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12-11-2026
By Bob Koigi | Channel: news
| Tags: Africa
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Swedfund invests $15m in Lightrock Africa Fund
Swedfund is investing US$15 million in Lightrock Africa Growth Fund II to support African businesses expanding access to essential services. The investment will target growth-stage companies operating in underserved markets, with a focus on financial and digital solutions, energy, healthcare and transport.
The funding aims to help businesses scale established models, improve access to services for underserved communities and small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), and create jobs. It is also intended to support economic development and attract further private investment.
Investment targets essential services in underserved markets
Access to financial services, digital solutions, energy and transport remains limited in many African countries, particularly for underserved populations and smaller businesses. Swedfund sees addressing these gaps as important to strengthening local economies and supporting inclusive growth.
Helen Hagos, Investment Director at Swedfund: “Many growing businesses in Africa struggle to access the capital needed to expand services that people and small businesses rely on. This investment will help businesses scale solutions in areas such as finance, healthcare and sustainable transport, contributing to job creation and stronger local economies. We also see potential for further private capital mobilisation.”
Fund aims to scale technology-driven businesses
Through Lightrock Africa Growth Fund II, Swedfund will support companies using technology to expand and improve essential services. The investment focuses on businesses with established models and the potential to grow across African markets.
The initiative is expected to promote financial inclusion, improve productivity and support job creation, while helping businesses reach communities and enterprises that remain underserved.
Investment aligns with Swedfund’s development priorities
The commitment supports Swedfund’s strategy to promote sustainable and inclusive economic development in underserved markets. It also contributes to the organisation’s priorities around climate action and digitalisation.
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