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E3 Capital
Enabling Emerging

Entrepreneurs
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Enabling Emerging

Entrepreneurs

Our Mission

Solar panels installation (SolarX)

Combining sustainability and performance

Our aim is to create economic value for African economies and our investors without compromising sustainability.

In a sub-region that is particularly vulnerable to the effects of global climate change, our focus on productive energy use leads to multi-sector synergies that have lasting economic development and growth implications.

We back technologies that are capable of not only delivering financial value, but are also capable of serving and enabling those at the bottom of the pyramid to contribute to productive economic growth through affordable means.

Deep convictions

We strongly believe that start-ups have a major role to play in climate transition. We contribute to this value chain by backing companies that build low carbon technologies through disruptive and dynamic business models.

We specifically invest in climate-smart services, digital connectivity and applications, and solutions that make operations and consumer spending more efficient while leaving a low carbon footprint.

We invest early on with tickets ranging from US$250,000 to US$ 10,000,000. We have a Pan-African investment strategy, using a variety of financing products including equity and other equity-linked instruments.
Irrigation technologies for smallholder farming (SunCulture)
Using Solar to connect the unconnected with Mawingu Networks (Mawingu, Opmeer Reports and FMO)

STRATEGIC THOUGHT PARTNER
TO ENTREPRENEURS

We are known for our capacity to anticipate trends and identify unique investment opportunities or ‘diamonds in the rough’, and help them scale.

We are passionate about forward-looking entrepreneurs who want to drive change and make a difference.

With us, entrepreneurs know that they will get more than just financial support; a partner who will work alongside them to build their growth strategy and also help them strive through more difficult times.

Testimonials

  • Even before the deal closed, the team had demonstrated their hands-on attitude by introducing us to several potential partners, helping drive the company set-up and advising on early strategy. Africa requires a special kind of Venture Capital firm and E3 Capital is that kind of firm!

    Jan Albert Valk Co-founder & CEO, Solarise Africa

  • Right from the start, we knew we could count on our new investor. Whether to brainstorm or advise on strategy and people issues. Two specific achievements should be highlighted: Firstly, E3 Capital introduced us to Total, the largest player in our sector, who subsequently piloted our solution. Secondly, they recognised our need for a laser-sharp focus on execution and proactively proposed further funding to give us the runway we needed.

    Nick Quintong Co-founder & CEO, PayGo Energy

  • The E3 Capital team is exceptionally knowledgeable about the industry and have been a valuable source of introductions. They have challenged our assumptions and pushed us to focus on longer term challenges / opportunities. At the same time, they are realistic about what it takes for entrepreneurs to build companies in Africa and have supported us throughout.

    Hugh Whalan CEO, PEG Africa

  • What an incredible journey it has been since I met the E3 team. From business strategy, hirings, internal organization, IT support, introduction to strategic partners and investors, financial modeling, and team training they have supported us all round with dedication and passion. Above all, they have always shown compassion, support and understanding and are now true friends. They are a passionate team who does not count hours and weekends to deliver and help our business grow. They bring so much to the table that has surpassed expectations. Thank you again for everything!

    Karim Ghammache Founder & CEO, SolarX

  • E3 Capital is the largest shareholder in Mawingu Networks Limited. They have brought a wealth of experience from being a strong Venture Capital Fund. E3 Capital has provided guidance that has aligned and transformed Mawingu into an Infrastructure Company. Right from a corporate structuring perspective to challenging management with a strategic perspective, they have added great value as a shareholder, board member and partner to our business. What's more, with E3 Capital, a distinguishable trait to them is that the Managing Partner is directly reachable for discussion! We are grateful to be in business with this great organization.

    Farouk Ramji CEO, Mawingu Networks LTD

  • E3 Capital backed SunCulture right from the start and have continued to back us even whilst the macro environment was challenging. They have supported the company's efforts to promote local talent from within to the top of the organisation, which really motivates the team. And with their experience across markets and industries are a real strategic asset to our Board. With E3's support we have the platform required to deliver on our exciting plans!

    Lucy Jong’a General Manager of SunCulture Kenya

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Our Team

We are a dynamic and diverse team based in Nairobi, Kenya, committed to the future of the low carbon economy.
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Our Advisors

Jean-Marc is the Managing Partner of Aster Capital. He has extensive experience in Venture Capital,
Private Equity and capital development across the energy and environmental sectors.

Jean-Marc Bally

Temi is a leading investment professional and executive with over 15 years’ of experience in developed
and growth markets across sectors including technology, healthcare, and the financial services
industry.

Temi Marcella Awogboro

Jean-Michel is the President of Investisseurs et Partenaires. He previously held the positions of Director
General of AFD and Vice President of World Bank Asia.

Jean-Michel Séverino

Clemens is the CEO and Founding Partner of Cygnum Capital, an African asset management platform
with more than US$700m AuM, particularly focused on energy efficiency and renewables in Africa. He
has over 20 years’ experience in fund management and structured finance transactions across various
markets.

Clemens Calice

Elo Brings substantial experience in building and operating businesses in Africa. In 2009, he founded Terragon Group, a Nigerian tech based company that uses data and
analytics to help companies market their products in Africa. Since inception, the company has grown into a global platform with operations in Nigeria, Kenya, Ghana, South Africa, and India

Elo Umeh

Andrew has over 30 years’ of private equity investment and investment banking experience in
emerging markets. He is the former Chief Investment Officer of CDC and CEO of Globeleq. He is also an
active angel investor and has substantial experience in African VC ecosystem.

Andrew Reicher

Our Partners

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    Contacts

    • Physical address Valley View Office Park, Tower A, 3rd Floor City Park Drive, Nairobi Kenya
    • Postal address: P.O Box 25338-00603 Nairobi, Kenya
    • Email: admin@e3-cap.com
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