SIFEM invests in the Alterra Africa Accelerator Fund I

SIFEM is pleased to announce an investment in the Alterra Africa Accelerator Fund I, a pioneering fund focused on providing catalytic capital and hands-on support to early-stage, high-growth businesses across Africa.

The Fund targets innovative companies tackling some of the continent’s most pressing challenges in sectors such as agribusiness, climate resilience, education, and healthcare. By offering flexible, founder-friendly financing, the Fund helps entrepreneurs build sustainable and scalable solutions that create quality jobs and drive inclusive growth.

This investment aligns with SIFEM’s strategy to back local fund managers with deep regional knowledge and to foster the development of Africa’s entrepreneurial ecosystem. It also supports SDG goals related to decent work, innovation, and sustainable economic development.