Agriculture as a path to Africa’s green transformation 

Climate change is putting increasing pressure on Africa’s food systems, but local entrepreneurs are already developing solutions that can make agriculture more resilient, sustainable, and inclusive. We explore the innovations shaping Africa’s green transformation and the role investment can play in taking them from promising ideas to wider implementation.

How EA Foods is boosting farmer incomes and reducing food waste

Farming and agriculture play a crucial role in Tanzania’s society, contributing around a quarter of the country’s GDP, and employing two-thirds of the population. In spite of the sector’s importance, it faces ongoing systemic issues, from food waste to liveable wages to climate disruption.  Transforming Tanzania’s agriculture  Tanzanian-based EA Foods is rising to meet these challenges, transforming the agricultural […]

Visiting SOUK Farms in Rwanda’s agricultural heartland

Everywhere you look in Rwanda – including the capital city of Kigali – you’re never far from lush vegetation. Like many other countries in Africa, agriculture is one of the pillars of the nation’s economy, employing nearly 65% of the total population, and accounting for about 25% of the GDP.  Through their own farms and a network of thousands of out-grower farmers, SOUK Farms is working to bring Rwanda’s horticultural bounty to the wider […]

Africa shows resilience amidst global turmoil

The African continent is navigating a complex economic landscape in 2026. As an investor in inclusive businesses across Africa, we are staying on top of the latest developments to support our portfolio companies as they maneuver through evolving market circumstances. The war in the Middle East has only added to the existing uncertainty and is sending even greater shockwaves through global markets, severely impacting the communities and sectors we aim to serve with our investments. However, despite ongoing […]