Transformative investments that drive Nigeria's economic development and diversification away from oil. Infrastructure focus (roads, bridges, healthcare facilities, agriculture). Growing interest in technology and innovation investments. Also acts as fund-of-funds investor in African PE/VC funds.

Scalable South African SMEs with high growth and employment potential. Capital deployed through accredited venture capital and growth equity fund managers. 50% of capital mandated for black-owned/managed businesses, 25% for Indian and Coloured-owned businesses. Fund-of-funds model — does not invest directly into companies.

Black-owned and emerging enterprises

Social entrepreneurs driving large-scale systemic change. They seek leaders who are attacking root causes of social problems and whose innovations have the potential to transform entire systems. Strong focus on health, climate, inclusive economies, and disability. Skoll Award winners receive multi-year unrestricted funding — the gold standard for social enterprise funding. Founded by eBay's first president Jeff Skoll.

Jeff Skoll (eBay co-founder) foundation. $650M+ awarded. Skoll Award: $1-3M unrestricted funding to proven social entrepreneurs. Annual Skoll World Forum in Oxford brings global social entrepreneurs together. African awardees include multiple health, education, and agriculture social enterprises.

Patient, catalytic grant funding for clean energy, mobility, and agri-tech social enterprises. They de-risk early-stage companies so commercial investors can come in later. Partnership with BII: up to $245M by 2026 for clean energy in Africa. Very hands-on — more like a co-builder than a funder.

African women entrepreneurs building scalable businesses

Women-focused angel network for Africa. Investing in women-led and gender-smart startups. Growing community of women angels.

Undergraduate students with bold ideas for social ventures that address pressing global issues. Resolution values teams that combine genuine passion for social impact with feasible, well-articulated plans. They seek founders who demonstrate ethical leadership, collaborative spirit, and the potential for long-term commitment to their venture and community. The Africa Regional SVC specifically targets ventures addressing challenges on the continent.

Private sector development in Africa, particularly Francophone markets. Climate and gender are strategic priorities.

French DFI (AFD Group private sector arm). €7B+ portfolio. Major investor in African private sector. Strong Francophone Africa presence. Digital Africa Initiative co-partner. Major LP in African PE/VC funds. 50%+ climate finance target. Co-invests with other DFIs.

African PE specialist (since 1999). €3B+ invested across multiple funds. Infrastructure equity and growth PE. Renewable energy leader. Pioneered infrastructure investing in Africa.

Mid-market agricultural enterprises with impact

Seed and Series A African tech companies. Pan-African thesis with strong North Africa connectivity.

Sustainable fisheries and seafood enterprises

Norway's DFI. NOK 40B+ (~$3.7B) portfolio. 60%+ in clean energy. Sub-Saharan Africa is primary region. Major LP in African VC/PE funds. KLP Norfund Investments (joint vehicle with Norwegian pension fund). Strong climate finance mandate.

Norwegian DFI with massive Africa commitment. 70% of 2024 energy investments went to Africa ($163.9M). Invested in 2,065MW of new renewable energy capacity. 42 active investments on continent. Also invests in African VC/PE funds as LP.

Climate change mitigation and adaptation projects

Norway's development cooperation agency. Major Africa funder with focus on climate, health, education, and governance. Works primarily through Norwegian NGOs and multilateral organizations, but increasing direct partnerships. Innovation Norway has specific programs for African startups. Norad is also a key funder behind the Disability Rights Fund and other inclusive development initiatives.

CBN-backed institution de-risking agricultural lending. Facilitates finance across the full agricultural value chain: commodity export, agro-processing, input supply, primary production, storage, warehousing, and logistics. Guaranteed over ₦100B in agricultural loans in 2025 alone. Expanding climate-smart agriculture focus in 2026.

Nigerian tech startups building digital products and services. The Act is designed to support the broader ecosystem — startups, investors, accelerators, and hubs. Emphasis on innovation, commercialization of digital technology, and growing Nigeria's tech sector. The labeling process is the gateway to all benefits.