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United States African Development Foundation

United States African Development Foundation

District of Columbiausadf.gov

Overview

An independent U.S. government agency that provides seed capital, grants, and technical support to early-stage, 100% African-owned and led enterprises, associations, and community organizations. It focuses on promoting economic and social development in marginalized and underserved communities in Africa, particularly in the Sahel, Great Lakes, and Horn regions. Key investment sectors include agriculture, off-grid energy, and youth-led enterprises.

Portfolio Companies

38

Website

usadf.gov

Investments

United States African Development Foundation investments
CompanyDateStageLead
Green Impact TechnologiesSep 2024GrantCo-investor
Keep IT CoolSep 2023GrantCo-investor
Cherehani AfricaMar 2022GrantCo-investor
Manamuz ElectricJan 2022AcceleratorCo-investor
Uwana EnergyJan 2022GrantCo-investor
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HeadquartersDistrict of Columbia
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