Pele Energy Group
Venture Round in 2025
Pele Energy Group owns and runs renewable energy infrastructure in addition to providing economic and community development consulting services.
AMEA Power
Venture Round in 2024
AMEA Power is a company focused on the development, ownership, and operation of renewable energy projects, aiming to facilitate the transition to clean energy. It operates a diverse portfolio that includes thermal, wind, solar, battery storage, ammonia, and water desalination plants. By providing a variety of power solutions, AMEA Power seeks to support economic development and enhance living standards, particularly in emerging markets across Africa and other regions. The company is committed to delivering reliable and sustainable energy to meet the needs of the communities it serves, contributing to both environmental sustainability and economic growth.
Pele Energy Group
Debt Financing in 2023
Pele Energy Group owns and runs renewable energy infrastructure in addition to providing economic and community development consulting services.
Pele Green Energy
Debt Financing in 2023
Pele Green Energy is an Independent Power Producer focused on the development, ownership, procurement, construction, and operation of renewable energy power projects in Africa. The company specializes in both small-scale embedded generation and utility-scale power plants, positioning itself as a leading participant in South Africa's Renewable Energy Independent Power Producer Procurement Programme. By delivering electricity generated from renewable sources, Pele Green Energy aims to contribute to sustainable energy solutions in the region.
Giyani Metals
Post in 2023
Giyani Metals Corp is a Canadian company focused on the exploration and development of battery-grade manganese assets, primarily located in Botswana. The company's key project is the K.Hill project within the Kanye Basin, which aims to supply high-grade manganese necessary for lithium-ion battery cathodes. As the demand for lithium-ion batteries continues to rise, driven by advancements in electric vehicles and renewable energy storage, the need for high-grade manganese is becoming increasingly critical. Giyani is also constructing a demonstration plant in South Africa to support its operations. With a global shortage of manganese projects, Giyani Metals is well-positioned to capitalize on the growing market, as manganese prices are trending towards record highs.
DataProphet
Series A in 2022
DataProphet, established in 2012 and headquartered in Cape Town, South Africa, specializes in developing and implementing machine learning solutions to enhance manufacturing processes. The company's core offerings include OMNI, a predictive maintenance tool that anticipates and mitigates defects, faults, and quality issues, and Mentat, an AI-driven chatbot for automated query resolution. DataProphet serves a diverse range of industries, from finance to legal, providing consulting and product development services to optimize complex manufacturing processes and improve overall operational efficiency.
Swedish Stirling
Post in 2022
Swedish Stirling AB specializes in the development and delivery of efficient energy solutions for electricity generation on a global scale. The company has created a hybridized Stirling engine, utilizing a license from Kockums AB, which serves as the foundation for its primary products: the Ripasso Stirling Hybrid and PWR BLOK. The Ripasso Stirling Hybrid combines solar energy with supplementary fuel to generate electricity during nighttime or cloudy conditions. Meanwhile, PWR BLOK targets the residual gas market, providing a reliable solution for energy generation from waste gases. Through these innovative technologies, Swedish Stirling aims to contribute to sustainable energy production.
DataProphet
Series A in 2020
DataProphet, established in 2012 and headquartered in Cape Town, South Africa, specializes in developing and implementing machine learning solutions to enhance manufacturing processes. The company's core offerings include OMNI, a predictive maintenance tool that anticipates and mitigates defects, faults, and quality issues, and Mentat, an AI-driven chatbot for automated query resolution. DataProphet serves a diverse range of industries, from finance to legal, providing consulting and product development services to optimize complex manufacturing processes and improve overall operational efficiency.
Clariter is a global clean-tech company established in 2003 and headquartered in Luxembourg, specializing in the upcycling of plastic waste into high-value solvents, oils, and waxes. Utilizing proprietary technology, Clariter addresses the pressing issue of non-perishable polyolefin disposal while contributing to a reduction in reliance on crude oil. The company's innovative approach provides an alternative to traditional chemical recycling technology, enabling the production of sustainable petrochemicals for various industries, including paint, plastics, coatings, and toiletries. Through its patented carbon-negative process, Clariter helps clients convert plastic waste into advanced chemical products, aligning with the growing demand for environmentally responsible solutions.
Agribank(Agricultural Bank of Zimbabwe)
Debt Financing in 2018
Agribank(Agricultural Bank of Zimbabwe) missio is to provide competitive financial services for the prosperity of the Bank, customers and other stakeholders through a committed, motivated and well-resourced work force.Their vision is to be a leading provider of financial services in Zimbabwe and beyond .The Agricultural Bank of Zimbabwe, trading as Agribank, evolved from the Land and Agricultural Bank (LAB) of 1924 of the then Government of Southern Rhodesia and through the Agricultural Finance Corporation (AFC) which was established in 1971 by various Acts of Parliament .
Zambia Airways
Corporate Round in 2018
Zambia Airways Corporation was the flag carrier of the Republic of Zambia.
Domestly is a company that enhances home cleaning services by leveraging technology to connect cleaning professionals directly with homeowners. It provides an on-demand marketplace application that allows consumers to select professional cleaners based on their experience and recent reviews. This platform not only makes housekeeping more affordable and accessible but also creates business opportunities for cleaners. The application enables cleaners to confirm job requests and efficiently manage their work schedules, streamlining the process for both parties. Through its innovative approach, Domestly aims to transform how cleaning services are delivered and experienced.
SMILE Telecoms Holdings
Debt Financing in 2015
Smile Telecoms Holdings Limited is a telecommunications company that provides broadband Internet access and communication services across Africa. Founded in 2007 and headquartered in Port Louis, Mauritius, the company operates in several countries, including Nigeria, Tanzania, Uganda, the Democratic Republic of Congo, and South Africa. Smile offers mobile broadband Internet, voice, and messaging services through its advanced long-term evolution broadband network. The company also markets WiFi routers, MiFi routers for multiple users, and USB dongles for single users, catering to a diverse clientele that includes small and medium enterprises, households, and individuals. With a significant potential customer base and growing smartphone ownership in its markets, Smile Telecoms aims to enhance Internet accessibility and connectivity across the region.
Nomanini is a developer of a payment platform that connects informal retailers with the broader digital finance ecosystem. Its platform facilitates interaction among merchants, distributors, and global service providers through an interoperable merchant wallet. This integration allows for efficient payment processing, access to working capital, and data analytics, effectively transforming any mobile device into a point-of-sale system for informal merchants. By enabling transactions and monitoring micropayments, Nomanini empowers merchants to reach informal market consumers while also generating valuable data for loans, savings accumulation, and actionable business insights. Ultimately, this approach enhances profitability for all participants within the informal retail ecosystem.
Nomanini
Pre Seed Round in 2011
Nomanini is a developer of a payment platform that connects informal retailers with the broader digital finance ecosystem. Its platform facilitates interaction among merchants, distributors, and global service providers through an interoperable merchant wallet. This integration allows for efficient payment processing, access to working capital, and data analytics, effectively transforming any mobile device into a point-of-sale system for informal merchants. By enabling transactions and monitoring micropayments, Nomanini empowers merchants to reach informal market consumers while also generating valuable data for loans, savings accumulation, and actionable business insights. Ultimately, this approach enhances profitability for all participants within the informal retail ecosystem.