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Verdant Capital Hybrid Fund

Key Information
Organisation
Verdant Capital
Status
Open
Type
Debt Financing
Amount
USD 2,000,000 – 10,000,000
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Description

A specialized fund providing mezzanine debt and subordinated loans to inclusive financial institutions across the African continent.

Eligibility Criteria

Regulated and unregulated financial institutions, fintechs, and SME lenders in Africa seeking Tier 2 capital to expand their loan books.

Focus Sectors

Financial Institutions, Fintech, Microfinance

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Khazna Financial inclusion for Egypt
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Vezeeta MENA's healthcare platform
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Ampersand Rwanda African electric moto pioneer
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Hubtel Ghana Ghana's digital commerce pioneer
Ghana
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Union54 Zambia's fintech unicorn story
Zambia
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Yoco South Africa Payments for SA small business
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