Fund approves commitments to KawiSafi and Catalyst
Heading for Change announces new investments.
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Heading for Change, the donor-advised fund focused on accelerating proven climate solutions with women as agents of change, has announced its intend to invest in the following new emerging markets climate funds.
1. KawiSafi Fund II
KawiSafi II is a $200 million fund specialised in green energy transition and decarbonisation strategies in sub-Saharan Africa.
The fund focuses on late venture and early growth equity investments across four key themes: energy transition; green productivity; mobility and logistics; and carbon and natural solutions.
2. The Catalyst Fund
The Catalyst Fund is a venture capital fund and accelerator backing early-stage, high impact tech startups building solutions to manage climate risks, adapt livelihoods and build a climate-resilient future in Africa.
The fund invests across several sectors, including agritech and food systems, insurtech and climate fintech, agro-forestry, cold chain, waste, sustainable energy and water management.
Catalyst Fund’s approach combines early-stage, high-risk capital with bespoke and hands-on venture building support.
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