Kukula Capital
Kukula Capital is an impact investment firm based in Lusaka, Zambia, established in 2009 through a joint venture between Danish and Zambian partners. The company specializes in venture finance and private equity, focusing on small and growing businesses in Zambia. It operates primarily in two areas: Fund Management and Advisory. Kukula Capital manages two venture funds, which provide capital and expertise to Zambian growth companies, aiming to build a diversified investment portfolio that delivers both financial and social returns. With offices in Lusaka and Solwezi, the firm leverages its strong local network and understanding to identify companies with promising long-term growth potential. Additionally, Kukula Capital offers advisory services that facilitate investments alongside their funds and assist international companies in entering the Zambian market. The firm's name, "Kukula," signifies growth in local dialects, reflecting its commitment to fostering economic development in the region. Kukula Capital is regulated by the Securities and Exchange Commission of Zambia.
Top Stages
8 past transactions
Inde Credit
Seed Round in 2018
Inde Credit is a financial services company focused on supporting small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Zambia, particularly within the mining and transportation sectors. It specializes in providing working capital financing services designed to help local suppliers unlock their potential. Inde Credit acts as a trusted partner, offering a comprehensive range of business finance solutions that include financial planning, accounting software, and templates for operational efficiency. Additionally, the company equips its clients with resources to calculate return on investment and other financial metrics, empowering them to make informed decisions and pursue growth opportunities.
Eagle Metal Fabrication
Seed Round in 2018
Eagle Metal Fabrication Limited is a company based in Solwezi, Zambia, with an additional workshop located in Chingola. Established in 2016, it specializes in a range of metal fabrication and machining services. The company provides machining and milling works, on-site line boring services, and sheet metal fabrication. It also offers services for the shortening and extension of prop shafts, as well as the supply and machining of various components, including pins, bolts, studs, nuts, shafts, and bronze bushes. Additionally, Eagle Metal Fabrication works on machining chrome stock shafts for hydraulic cylinders and performing turning and machining of shafts, flanges, and housings.
Dot Com Zambia
Seed Round in 2015
Dot Com Zambia LLC is an e-commerce company based in Lusaka, Zambia, founded in 2006. The company operates a shopping platform that enables users to purchase products from both local and international retailers, including options from the United Kingdom, the United States, and China. Dot Com Zambia facilitates the delivery of personal packages to customers in Zambia, allowing them to import goods from their favorite online stores. The company also offers an online store and auction services, enhancing the shopping experience by making it more accessible and affordable for consumers in Zambia. Additionally, Dot Com Zambia has offices in Staffordshire, United Kingdom; Shenzhen, China; and Orange, Connecticut, further supporting its international operations.
Live Clean Initiatives
Seed Round in 2015
Live Clean Initiatives is a renewable energy and recycling platform.
Bresmar Building Materails
Seed Round in 2015
BBM supplies building materials, such as sand and cement, to customers in North-Western province in Zambia.
Betternow Finance Company
Private Equity Round in 2014
Betternow Finance Company Limited is a micro-finance institution based in Lusaka, Zambia, established in 2012. The company aims to enhance access to credit for individuals and small to medium enterprises (SMEs) that are often underserved by traditional banking services. Betternow offers a range of financial products, including personal finance, equity release, advance factoring, home make-over loans, order financing, and invoice discounting. By focusing on those below the banking pyramid, the company facilitates better financial opportunities for its clients, enabling them to pursue personal and entrepreneurial endeavors. In the future, Betternow plans to expand its offerings by providing technical assistance, capacity building, and customized financial products tailored to the needs of SMEs.
Kunzubo
Seed Round in 2014
Kunzubo is a real estate company based in Solwezi, Zambia, founded in 2014. Specializing in both residential and commercial developments, it undertakes projects that include private housing, a small and medium-sized enterprise (SME) business center, and a business park, all strategically located along the central Kansanshi Road. The company provides various rental offerings, including small offices, equipped desks, ready workshops, industrial plots, warehouses, and apartments. By developing these properties, Kunzubo aims to enhance the local business environment and support the growth of the entrepreneurial community in the region.
More Beef
Venture Round in 2012
More Beef processes, produces, and supplies sausages and cold meats to stores and restaurants in Zambia.
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