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Notable investors in the fund include British International Investment (BII), the The Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet (GEAPP), UK charity Shell Foundation and impact investor DOEN Participaties B.V. This investment represents a significant boost for the African climate tech ecosystem, providing much-needed capital to support the development and scaling of innovative solutions to the continent’s pressing environmental challenges. With climate change posing a significant threat to African economies and communities, Equator’s investment in these startups has been backed to drive real impact and create sustainable change.

Kenyan electric vehicle (EV) manufacturer Basigo has introduced its highly anticipated E9 Kubwa electric bus model.

The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) has announced plans to establish a dedicated Fall Armyworm Research Hub in Kenya.

Tech leader Acer has unveiled plans to begin monitor production in South Africa, marking a major step towards local manufacturing.