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Grants, VC funds, accelerators, and competitions for African entrepreneurs.
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$1M-$100M
DEG finances private-sector businesses operating in developing and emerging countries, including companies, fund managers, local banks and financial institutions, and organizations working on infrastructure or renewable energy projects. Typical financing ranges from $1M to $100M, with additional advisory support covering market knowledge, impact, climate, and ESG management. The opportunity is most relevant for for-profit businesses at the growth stage, including German companies planning investments abroad and applicants with projects in Africa, including South Africa.
Financing
DEG provides financing for private companies active in developing and emerging countries.
Advisory support
DEG advises and accompanies clients with market knowledge, impact and climate expertise, and an international network.
Capital for funds
DEG provides expertise and capital to funds focused on emerging and developing countries.
Support for banks and financial institutions
DEG enables the financing of local companies and offers additional technical support.
Long-term financing for infrastructure and energy
DEG offers flexible long-term financing and market knowledge for infrastructure and renewable energy projects.
Tailored support programs
DEG supports companies with customized promotional programs and individual advice, from ESG management to financing in growth phases and co-financing of development-impact measures.
Impact
Development impact is a central benchmark for DEG.
Climate
DEG positions itself as an impact and climate financier with climate expertise.
ESG management
Support programs include ESG management for companies.
Infrastructure
DEG supports infrastructure projects.
Renewable Energy
DEG supports renewable energy projects with long-term financing.
Private sector enterprises
Technical assistance, policy support, co-investment facilitation
Long approval timelines. Heavy documentation requirements. May require government co-sign.
Applicants should show clear development impact alongside commercial viability, since impact is described as a central benchmark for DEG. Proposals in climate, renewable energy, infrastructure, or projects with strong ESG plans are especially aligned with the areas DEG highlights. Use the application route on DEG’s investment platform and be specific about financing needs within the $1M-$100M range.
2016
Active Since
Yes
Deploying
Multiple development projects and fund commitments