Investisseurs & Partenaires (I&P) is inviting applications from locally led businesses seeking long-term capital and strategic support to scale sustainably across Sub-Saharan Africa and the Indian Ocean region. As an impact investment group, I&P partners with entrepreneurs who are building strong, resilient businesses that generate measurable economic and social impact within their communities.
I&P invests as a minority shareholder, working closely with founders and management teams to strengthen governance, improve operational performance, and support sustainable growth. Beyond financing, selected businesses benefit from hands-on strategic guidance, access to a broad network of experts, and a long-term partnership focused on value creation.
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Eligibility Criteria
- Applicants must be small or medium-sized enterprises or startups that are formally registered and operating within the formal economy.
- The business must be based in Sub-Saharan Africa or the Indian Ocean region and led by local entrepreneurs and management teams.
- Eligible businesses should operate in legally compliant sectors such as agribusiness, health, construction, fisheries, vocational training, textiles, distribution, services, microfinance, or related impact-driven industries.
Eligible Regions
Businesses operating in Sub-Saharan Africa and the Indian Ocean region are eligible to apply
Funding Details
- Investisseurs & Partenaires provides equity and quasi-equity financing.
- Investment amounts range from €300,000 to €1.5 million through the IPAE fund, with smaller investments below €300,000 available under the IPDEV2 fund.
- I&P invests as a minority shareholder and exits after a defined investment period.
Benefits
Selected businesses gain access to substantial equity financing without losing control of their companies. In addition to capital, I&P provides strategic and operational support, governance and management strengthening, access to expert networks, and long-term partnership focused on sustainable growth and impact creation.
Application Timeline
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Preliminary review of submitted business plans typically takes 2 to 3 weeks.