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An investment fund focused on supporting innovative startups in emerging markets, particularly in the agritech sector.
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African ClimateTech Attracted Record Funding in 2025, but Capital Alone Won’t Take Startups Further
TechTrendsKE - Jul 14, 2026
African ClimateTech funding reached a record $1.5 billion in 2025, accounting for nearly 40% of disclosed venture capital. Investment in African ClimateTech grew from $206 million in 2016 to $1.5 billion in 2025.

Catalyst Fund completes $30 million second close to back Africa’s climate-tech startups
TechCabal - Jul 02, 2026
Catalyst Fund completes its second close, raising total commitments to $30 million. The fund aims to increase its portfolio to about 40 startups across Africa.

Catalyst Fund Hits $30 Million Milestone for African Climate Tech After FASA Injection
Tech In Africa - Jun 01, 2026
Catalyst Fund surpasses $30 million in its African climate-tech investment vehicle. FASA's backing strengthens Catalyst Fund's capacity to support early-stage climate startups.

Moroccan mobility startup Enakl raises $2.3 million in seed funding
TechCabal - Jan 28, 2026
Enakl closed a $2.3 million seed funding round to expand its shared transport solutions. The funding will be used to strengthen commercial teams and launch a new SaaS product for transport operators.

Adeyemi Adegbayi on how he picks and invests up to $2 million in climate tech startups
TechCabal - Nov 24, 2025
Adeyemi Adegbayi launched a structured pitch competition to help early founders connect with investors. He realized that many entrepreneurs in Africa need hands-on help before they are 'VC ready'.
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