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Introducing SandMartin Impact Fund II
Accelerating the Future: Investing in Renewable Energy and Technology Innovations
At SandMartin Impact Capital, we are committed to delivering strong financial performance and sustainable positive impacts. Our strategy benefits not only our investors but also the portfolio companies and communities they serve. Building on the success of our Fund 1, we are excited to announce the launch of our second impact fund. The fund will focus on developing and supporting initiatives that leverage solar, wind, and hydroelectric power to create sustainable and reliable energy solutions. Our aim is to facilitate access to clean energy for underserved communities, reduce carbon emissions, and foster economic growth across West and Central Africa. We collaborate with local governments and the private sector to ensure that our projects are not only environmentally friendly but also socially and economically beneficial for the communities they serve.
Technology Innovations in West and Central Africa Fostering Breakthroughs in Solar, Wind, and Hydroelectric Power
At SandMartin, we recognize the transformative power of technological innovations in the renewable energy sectors. Our Fund II will strategically target investments on the continent where the potential for growth in renewable technologies is substantial. Our investments will be dedicated to companies that are at the forefront of developing technologies to enhance the efficiency and accessibility of renewable energy sources. We will support innovations that not only improve the performance and decrease the costs of solar panels, wind turbines, and hydroelectric facilities, but also integrate smart grid technologies to optimize energy distribution and storage solutions. Through strategic capital deployment in this sector, we aim to achieve a more sustainable energy future, reduce carbon footprints and enhance energy security for millions. We aim to empower local talent and accelerate the growth of technology ecosystems, support startups and established companies that develop solutions tailored to the region’s unique challenges.
SandMartin Impact Fund I: A Legacy of Strategic Investments
SandMartin Impact Fund I (Closed)
Closed in March 2023, the SandMartin Impact Fund I has been instrumental in driving impactful investments across various sectors in Central, East, and Southern Africa. The $5.5m fund provided catalytic capital to early stage companies, ranging from pre-seed to Series A. Our portfolio includes several pioneering companies that have made significant strides in their respective industries.
Sattel Energy has been at the forefront of sustainable energy solutions, specializing in off-grid solar systems and energy storage technologies. Our partnership with Sattel Energy has enhanced energy security and sustainability in underserved regions.
Katela Networks is a key player in the telecommunications sector, focusing on expanding digital connectivity in underserved rural areas. With our investment, Katela Networks has rolled out extensive broadband networks, providing reliable internet access that supports education, business, and communication.
Authenticalls is at the forefront of mobile security, offering cutting-edge solutions for identity verification, fraud prevention, and seamless user authentication. Providing secure, efficient, and user-friendly authentication services such as (KYC, FML & 2FA) that meet the needs of businesses and individuals in a digitally connected world.
Asante Financial Services Group is a Kenyan credit-led neo bank that aims to support Africa’s growth through the provision of financial services to growing businesses. With our support and their focus on micro lending, Asante is able to make a social impact by empowering small businesses and individuals to unlock their potential and promote financial independence for all.
InnoHealth Group is a trailblazer in the healthtech sector, developing innovative healthcare solutions that improve access to medical services in Southern Africa. Our support has enabled InnoHealth to launch platforms and mobile health applications, bridging the gap between healthcare providers and patients, especially in remote areas.
Strategic Themes Driving SandMartin Fund II
Focusing on Exceptional People:
We prioritize investing in visionary leaders whose commitment and skills are crucial for impactful and enduring projects. By supporting passionate and skilled individuals, we ensure that our investments create significant social and economic benefits.
We prioritize investing in visionary leaders whose commitment and skills are crucial for impactful and enduring projects. By supporting passionate and skilled individuals, we ensure that our investments create significant social and economic benefits.
Targeting Regions of Greatest Need
By concentrating on regions with the most need and opportunity, we maximize the social impact of our investments. By addressing critical gaps in renewable energy and technology,and infrastructure we contribute to the development and prosperity of underserved communities.
By concentrating on regions with the most need and opportunity, we maximize the social impact of our investments. By addressing critical gaps in renewable energy and technology,and infrastructure we contribute to the development and prosperity of underserved communities.
Aligning Growth with Innovation:
By investing in renewable energy and technology, we align substantial growth opportunities with our mission to drive sustainable development and innovation. This strategy allows us to support transformative projects that advance a sustainable and technologically advanced future for Africa, leveraging the insights and successes gained from Fund I.
By investing in renewable energy and technology, we align substantial growth opportunities with our mission to drive sustainable development and innovation. This strategy allows us to support transformative projects that advance a sustainable and technologically advanced future for Africa, leveraging the insights and successes gained from Fund I.