Shell Foundation
Investment Thesis
Shell Foundation: A catalyst for African startups, empowering game-changers like Kofa, Yellow Africa, and Sistema.bio through early-stage grants and seed investments, driving sustainable and inclusive growth across the continent.
Portfolio Preview
A sample from 8 verified portfolio companies.
Sistema.bio
Sistema.bio is a hybrid reactor biodigester that transforms the manure of animals into biogas and a potent, natural fertilizer.
Kofa
Kofa is a Ghana-based company specializing in sustainable energy solutions.
Yellow Africa
Yellow is the leading distributor of pay-as-you-go solar home systems in Malawi.
AgroCenta
AgroCenta is an Agricultural technology platform creating shared value for smallholder farmers and businesses
Easy Matatu
Easy Matatu is redefining public transport in Africa by connecting commuters to safer, more reliable and cleaner transportation
Rent To Own Africa
Rent to Own is an impact-focused for-profit venture based in Zambia.
Shell Foundation: quick facts
- Which startups has Shell Foundation invested in?
- Shell Foundation has backed at least 8 African startups, including Sistema.bio, Kofa, Yellow Africa, AgroCenta, Easy Matatu and 3 others.
- What stages does Shell Foundation invest in?
- Shell Foundation invests at the Seed, Series A and Series B stages.
- Which sectors does Shell Foundation invest in?
- Its portfolio spans Renewable Energy, Energy, Agriculture, EV, Semiconductor and Manufacturing.
