Gridworks

UK government-backed investment platform developing and investing equity into electricity transmission,…

Main Office: Kenya

Congo, Democratic Republic of the,Kenya,Mozambique,Nigeria,South Africa,Tanzania,Uganda,Zambia

1 Portfolio Company

Investment Range

$5M - $50M

Typical check size per portfolio investment

Instruments

Equity

Structure of deployed capital

Technical Assistance

Yes — Provided & Supported

Offers advisory, capacity building, or strategic post-investment support

Target Stages

Series A

Series B

Growth

Company maturity & growth phase

About the Funder

UK government-backed investment platform developing and investing equity into electricity transmission, distribution, and distributed renewable energy across Africa.

Investment Thesis & Eligibility

Target Entities

Companies

Mandate & Scope

Combines direct financial capital with technical assistance and governance support.

Regional & Geographic Scope

Active mandate covering Congo, Democratic Republic of the, Kenya, Mozambique, Nigeria, South Africa, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia. Operates across 8 African countries including Congo, Democratic Republic of the, Kenya, Mozambique, Nigeria, South Africa, and 3 more. Primary operational footprint anchored in Kenya.

Portfolio & Backed Ventures (1)

Verified Backed

Anzana Electric Group

Growth

Anzana Electric Group (formerly Virunga Power, rebranded June 2024) develops and operates renewable power generation, small hydro and mini-grids, and community power distribution infrastructure.

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