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SUNU Capital

SUNU Capital

Nairobi, Nairobi Citysunucapital.com

Overview

SUNU Capital is an early-stage, sector-agnostic venture capital firm founded in 2017. It is headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya, and also lists a presence in New York and Atlanta. The firm primarily invests in companies across the global south, with a focus on Africa, partnering with entrepreneurs to create a more prosperous and inclusive future. The firm's founder is Benjamin Schmerler, who operates as a solo General Partner. SUNU Capital's investments are focused on areas including fintech, logistics, distribution, education, and healthcare.

Portfolio Companies

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Investments

SUNU Capital investments
CompanyDateStageLead
Hohm EnergyFeb 2024SeedCo-investor
CarePointNov 2021Series ACo-investor
Africa Health HoldingsNov 2021Series ACo-investor
My ZambeelOct 2021Pre SeedCo-investor
OmniBizAug 2021SeedCo-investor

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SeedSeries ASeries BGrowth

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Firmographic Details

HeadquartersNairobi, Nairobi City
Year FoundedN/A

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