Early-Stage Finance
Overview
Achieving Africa’s green transition is vital for sustainable development. To meet the continent’s 2030 climate goals, a significant increase in climate finance – nine times the
current amount – is required. Our Early-Stage Finance (ESF) department is dedicated to catalysing essential innovation and growth across a diverse range of enterprises, addressing
one of the most pressing challenges of our time.ESF believes that the key to Africa’s green transition lies in leveraging the potential of small and growing businesses (SGBs).