# Top 20 Climate Angel Investors in Africa in June 2026

## Hesham Zreik
- Type: Angel
- Location: Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
- Relevant deals: 3
- Stages: Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A
- Focus: Information Technology, Software, Artificial Intelligence

Hesham Zreik is the CEO of FasterCapital. He previously worked at DreamApps as a Project Manager. Hesham attended the University of Westminster.

## Allen and Ollys International Limited -
- Type: Angel
- Relevant deals: 3
- Stages: Seed, Convertible Note
- Focus: FinTech, Insurance, Blockchain

Allen and Ollys International Limited -

## Cristina Santin
- Type: Angel
- Relevant deals: 2
- Stages: Seed
- Focus: FinTech, Insurance, Blockchain

Cristina Santin

## Justin Kan
- Type: Angel
- Location: San Francisco, California, United States
- Relevant deals: 2
- Stages: Seed, Series A, Pre-Seed
- Focus: Software, Financial Services, SaaS

Justin Kan is the Co-Founder of Stash. He previously worked at Atrium as a CEO. Justin Kan attended Yale University.

## Manuela Raith
- Type: Angel
- Relevant deals: 2
- Stages: Seed
- Focus: Communities, Point of Sale, Social Impact

Manuela Raith

## Stephen Pagliuca
- Type: Angel
- Location: Boston, Massachusetts, United States
- Relevant deals: 2
- Stages: Series B, Series A, Series C
- Focus: Software, Information Technology, Sports

Stephen G. Pagliuca has served as a director from July 1990 (except for a six month hiatus beginning in late 2009 when he entered the Massachusetts U.S. Senate race).Mr. Pagliuca is a Managing Director of Bain Capital Partners, LLC and is also a Managing Partner and an owner of the Boston Celtics basketball franchise. Mr. Pagliuca joined Bain& Company in 1982, and founded the Information Partners private equity fund for Bain Capital in 1989.Prior to joining Bain, Mr. Pagliuca worked as a senior accountant and international tax specialist for Peat Marwick Mitchell & Company in the Netherlands.

## Phillip Sebole Masango
- Type: Angel
- Location: Cape Town, NA - South Africa, South Africa
- Relevant deals: 2
- Stages: Seed, Series A, Private Equity
- Focus: Information Technology, Software Engineering, Artificial Intelligence

Phillip Sebole Masango, is a South African C-Siute Executive and Venture Capitalist, a visionary who seamlessly navigates the intersections of Technology, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Business Development, Business Intelligence (BI), Design, Web, Blockchain, Cloud Computing, Cybersecurity, IoT, Digital Strategy, Creativity, and Innovation. With aproven track record of assuming CEO, CTO, and other top executive roles, he brings a rare fusion of technical expertise, business acumen, and strategic foresight to every venture he leads. Phillip doesn’t just build companies—he drives innovation, scales businesses, and redefines industries.A Mission Rooted in Empowerment and Progress:
With extensive experience in the Startup Ecosystem, Technology Industry, Creative Industry, Digital Innovation, Management Consulting, and Venture Capital, Phillip thrives in environments where innovation flourishes. His mission is to empower individuals, startups, businesses, and organizations by delivering cutting-edge technology and digital solutions that drive exponential growth. However, his work extends beyond personal ambition—it is a devotion to serving humanity. Phillip is committed to creating a world where technology democratizes and decentralizes industries, enabling individuals and businesses to innovate, lead, and thrive. He envisions a future where technology not only liberates but also elevates and inspires—enabling companies to reach new heights and igniting a wave of global prosperity.A Legacy of Meaningful Success: 
For Phillip, success is not defined by accolades or financial gain—it is measured by the profound impact he creates. He refuses to chase success in pursuits that lack meaning, believing that true success comes from doing what one loves—better than anyone else—driven by passion, joy, and self-mastery. His approach to business and innovation is holistic, tackling challenges from multiple angles to fuel transformative change. He thrives in collaborative environments where boundaries are pushed, industries are reshaped, and new possibilities emerge.Yet beyond business, Phillip understands that life is a journey of emotions and meaning. He embraces every experience—both triumphs and challenges—as stepping stones toward a greater purpose. With unwavering dedication and a heart set on impact, he continues to push forward, leaving a legacy that will resonate for generations to come.

## Yossi Hasson
- Type: Angel
- Location: Cape Town, NA - South Africa, South Africa
- Relevant deals: 2
- Stages: Seed, Pre-Seed, Series A
- Focus: Financial Services, Blockchain, Payments

Yossi Hasson is the Co-Founder and CEO of Metaversal and a Venture Partner at 2048 Ventures. He is also a Non-Executive Director of WeThinkCode_. Prior to that, he was the Managing Director of Techstars. He attended Stanford University Graduate School of Business and the University of Pretoria/Universiteit van Pretoria.

## Ugochukwu Aronu
- Type: Angel
- Relevant deals: 1
- Stages: Pre-Seed
- Focus: Drones, Energy, Delivery

Ugochukwu Aronu is the Co-Founder And CEO of Xend.

## Samuel Z. Alemayehu
- Type: Angel
- Relevant deals: 1
- Stages: Series A, Seed, Series B
- Focus: SMS, Energy, Gaming

Samuel Z. Alemayehu is the Founder and Chairman Of The Board Of Directors of Cambridge Industries.

## Jeffrey Ubben
- Type: Angel
- Location: San Francisco, California, United States
- Relevant deals: 1
- Stages: Seed, Series A, Series B
- Focus: Agriculture, AgTech, Farming

Jeffrey Ubben is the Co-Founder and Chairman of ValueAct Capital.

## Richard Thwaites
- Type: Angel
- Relevant deals: 1
- Stages: Seed, Pre-Seed
- Focus: CleanTech, Solar, Software

CEO @ Penso Power


## Joel Holsinger
- Type: Angel
- Location: Atlanta, Georgia, United States
- Relevant deals: 1
- Stages: Seed, Private Equity, Secondary Market
- Focus: Energy, Internet, Oil and Gas

Joel Holsinger

## Chibuzo Ujam
- Type: Angel
- Relevant deals: 1
- Stages: Angel
- Focus: Drones, Energy, Delivery

Chibuzo Ujam

## Karim Beguir
- Type: Angel
- Location: London, England, United Kingdom
- Relevant deals: 1
- Stages: Seed, Pre-Seed, Angel
- Focus: Software, E-Commerce, Artificial Intelligence

Co-Founder & CEO of InstaDeep and Google Developer Expert in Machine Learning, Karim helps companies get a grip on the latest AI advances and deploy them in practice. A graduate of France’s Ecole Polytechnique and former Program Fellow at NYU’s Courant Institute, Karim has a passion for teaching and using applied mathematics. This encouragedhim to launch InstaDeep, nominated at MWC17 in the top 20 global startup list by PCMAG. He is on a mission to democratize AI and make it accessible to a wider audience.

## Echukwudi Daniel
- Type: Angel
- Relevant deals: 1
- Stages: Angel
- Focus: Drones, Energy, Delivery

Echukwudi Daniel

## Paul Liberman
- Type: Angel
- Location: Boston, Massachusetts, United States
- Relevant deals: 1
- Stages: Seed, Series A
- Focus: Gaming, Agriculture, Oil and Gas

Paul Liberman is a co-founder and the chief operating officer of DraftKings, a knowledge-based daily fantasy sports website. Previously, he served the same company as CMO and CTO.

## Yuzuru Honda
- Type: Angel
- Relevant deals: 1
- Stages: Seed, Angel
- Focus: Information Technology, SNS, Internet

Yuzuru Honda is a Founder & Global CEO of FreakOut.

## Vasco Martinho
- Type: Angel
- Location: Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain
- Relevant deals: 1
- Stages: Seed
- Focus: FinTech, Insurance, Blockchain

Vasco Martinho

## Adeniyi Adesuyi
- Type: Angel
- Location: Lagos, Lagos, Nigeria
- Relevant deals: 1
- Stages: Seed
- Focus: FinTech, Insurance, Blockchain

Adeniyi Adesuyi

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