“We are delighted to partner with ISA to support the development of solar energy in Africa,” said Alain Ebobissé, CEO of Africa50. “This partnership will help to accelerate the deployment of solar energy in Africa and improve the lives of millions of Africans,” he added.
South Africa car subscription startup Planet42 has secured $16 million (R300 million) in local currency debt and equity funding from Standard Bank.
Gaia Impact, a cleantech investment firm focused on Africa, has raised a new $42 million fund to support early-stage startups developing sustainable solutions for the continent.
British private equity firm Development Partners International (DPI) has led a $110 million investment in Nigerian fintech Moniepoint, elevating the company to unicorn status.
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