Surya Capital

Surya Capital is a principal investment firm established in 2005 and based in Ebene, Mauritius. The firm focuses on high-growth markets in Sub-Saharan Africa, with a particular emphasis on East Africa, especially Ethiopia, Kenya, and Tanzania. Unlike traditional private equity funds, Surya Capital offers patient and flexible financial capital, combining it with operational expertise. The firm collaborates with entrepreneurs to refine their strategies, enhance competitive advantages, and execute growth and expansion plans. Surya Capital's management team brings extensive experience in private equity investment and business development, allowing them to tailor their investment proposals to each opportunity, whether it involves greenfield projects, growth investments, or control transactions. The firm prioritizes best practices in private equity, governance, and fosters partnerships that benefit local communities and stakeholders.

Riaz Currimjee

Founder and Managing Partner

1 past transactions

Cambridge Industries Energy

Seed Round in 2011
Cambridge Industries is a waste management and renewable energy generation company based in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, focused on addressing the challenges of waste and energy in Sub-Saharan Africa. The company designs, constructs, and operates waste-to-energy facilities that are both cost-competitive and scalable, tailored to meet the specific needs of African cities. By implementing advanced technologies, Cambridge Industries aims to convert waste into clean energy, significantly reducing the volume of waste sent to landfills. Their comprehensive approach includes waste collection, treatment, and the transformation of waste into low-emission renewable electricity and valuable byproducts like recycled metals and building materials. Through these initiatives, Cambridge Industries provides local governments with effective and economical solutions to power deficits while simultaneously managing municipal waste, contributing to sustainable development and addressing one of Africa's pressing social challenges.
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