An organization that supports transformative infrastructure initiatives in Africa, including investments in renewable energy.
Rising Tide Africa backs used cooking oil firm Ororo Waste with $1 million
Rising Tide Africa commits ₦1.4 billion ($1 million) to Ororo Waste Management Limited. Ororo Waste aims to expand its collection infrastructure from three hubs to over 40 across Nigeria.
Catalyst Fund completes $30 million second close to back Africa’s climate-tech startups
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.
NEC Launches Africa Corporate Innovation Program to Connect Japanese Technology with African Startups
NEC has launched the Africa Corporate Innovation Program to connect Japanese corporate innovation with African startups. The program focuses on addressing social challenges such as agriculture and food security.
Why Shell Foundation and 500 Global built an accelerator for Africa’s climate startups
Countries in Africa, Latin America, and Asia are making critical decisions that will shape the world's carbon footprint. Manufacturing has shifted from the North, contributing to a greater share of global emissions.
EchoVC ran a $2.5 million climate-tech experiment. Here’s how it went.
EchoVC released a report on its $2.5 million Eco Pilot Fund, detailing its performance and impact. The Eco Pilot Fund was launched in partnership with Shell Foundation and UKAid to support African climate tech startups.
