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Where we focus

Priority Sectors

Our work spans six sectors where well-structured capital can strengthen enterprises, communities and the environment — across Africa and emerging markets.

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SECTOR 01

Energy & Climate

Renewable energy, clean technology, energy access and climate-related solutions.

Reliable, affordable and cleaner energy underpins enterprise growth and community resilience. We look for commercially grounded opportunities that expand access, improve efficiency and support the energy transition.

  • Renewable generation and distributed energy
  • Energy access and productive use
  • Clean technology and efficiency
  • Climate adaptation and resilience
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SECTOR 02

Agriculture & Food Systems

Agricultural value chains, food processing, productivity, logistics and food security.

Agriculture remains a foundation of livelihoods across Africa. We focus on value chains where better structuring, processing capacity and market access can lift productivity and strengthen food security.

  • Agro-processing and value addition
  • Productivity and input systems
  • Storage, logistics and cold chain
  • Food security and market linkages
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SECTOR 03

Industry & Manufacturing

Productive enterprises, industrial development, local value addition and job creation.

Productive industry creates jobs, deepens supply chains and retains value locally. We support enterprises and projects that can scale manufacturing capability on a sound commercial footing.

  • Light and medium manufacturing
  • Local value addition and import substitution
  • Industrial clusters and supply chains
  • Quality, standards and export readiness
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SECTOR 04

Infrastructure & Real Estate

Essential infrastructure, affordable housing and sustainable built environments.

Essential infrastructure and well-planned built environments unlock economic activity. We consider opportunities that combine bankability with lasting public value.

  • Affordable and workforce housing
  • Essential and enabling infrastructure
  • Sustainable built environments
  • Logistics and commercial real estate
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SECTOR 05

Financial Inclusion & Enterprise

SME development, inclusive finance, enterprise growth and access to markets.

Small and growing businesses drive employment and innovation. We focus on models that widen access to finance, markets and the capabilities enterprises need to grow.

  • SME growth and investment readiness
  • Inclusive and digital finance
  • Access to markets and value chains
  • Women- and youth-led enterprise
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SECTOR 06

Social Infrastructure

Education, healthcare and essential services that strengthen communities.

Education, healthcare and essential services shape long-term opportunity. We look for sustainable delivery and financing models that improve access and quality.

  • Education and skills facilities
  • Healthcare access and delivery
  • Essential community services
  • Public–private delivery models
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We consider opportunities in other sectors where strategic fit, commercial viability and a clear impact rationale are demonstrated.

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