# Top 40 Climate Startup Investors in South Africa in June 2026 ## Venture Capital Studio - Type: VC Fund - Location: Cape Town, NA - South Africa, South Africa - Relevant deals: 2 - Stages: Seed, Pre-Seed, Series A - Focus: Information Technology, FinTech, Finance 36 Followers, 31 Following, 1 Posts - See Instagram photos and videos from Black Silver Capital (@blacksilvercapital) ## Industrial Development Corporation - Type: VC Fund - Location: Sandown, NA - South Africa, South Africa - Relevant deals: 2 - Stages: Debt Financing, Series A, Post-IPO Debt - Focus: Renewable Energy, Mobile, Sustainability The Industrial Development Corporation of South Africa Ltd (IDC) is a national development finance institution set up to promote economic growth and industrial development. ## BREEGA - Type: VC Fund - Location: London, England, United Kingdom - Relevant deals: 2 - Stages: Seed, Series A - Focus: Software, FinTech, Financial Services VCs use all sorts of tricks to attract the best companies. We do too. But as founders, we know that the main reason you choose an investor to be a part of your journey is because you like them. You trust them. Their values align with yours. ## E3 Capital - Type: VC Fund - Location: Paris, Ile-de-France, France - Relevant deals: 2 - Stages: Seed, Series A, Series B - Focus: Energy, Solar, Renewable Energy E3 Capital invests in growing, entrepreneurial businesses in Sub-Saharan Africa addressing the lack of electrification in the region with new technology and innovative business models. The fund is backed by Schneider Electric, the leading energy management multinational, and a number of public-sector investors. ## Musha Ventures - Type: VC Fund - Location: New York, New York, United States - Relevant deals: 2 - Stages: Seed, Pre-Seed, Series A - Focus: Software, Financial Services, FinTech Seed capital for technology startups globally. ## 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. ## Vumela Fund - Type: VC Fund - Location: Hyde Park, Newtownabbey, United Kingdom - Relevant deals: 2 - Stages: Seed, Debt Financing - Focus: Education, Software, E-Commerce Vumela was established in 2009 by FNB Business Banking and Edge Growth. The objective was to create an innovative model for the development of a sustainable and a financially and operationally independent investment business which invests in high growth small, medium and micro size enterprises with good economic and impact returns.Vumela wascapitalised in 2010. Within the first four years, we’d invested R90 million into eight high growth SMEs, and created a total of 400 jobs. They launched their second fund in 2015, after a further investment of R100 million from FirstRand and R127 million from the Jobs Fund. Within the first year of launching this second fund, we’ve committed R43 million to five investments that are expected to create over 1800 new jobs.The first fund of its kind in South Africa, Vumela’s main goals are to invest in and develop entrepreneurial companies in order to help alleviate poverty in South Africa by creating jobs, and to generate a return for its beneficiaries: the Shalamuka Foundation and the FirstRand Group. ## E4EAfrica - Type: VC Fund - Location: Cape Town, NA - South Africa, South Africa - Relevant deals: 2 - Stages: Seed, Pre-Seed, Series A - Focus: Logistics, Internet, Supply Chain Management E4E Africa Backing category-defining emerging market businesses. We invest in businesses that drive economic opportunity and sustainable growth.Learn MoreE4E specializes ... Read More ## Knife Capital - Type: VC Fund - Location: Cape Town, NA - South Africa, South Africa - Relevant deals: 2 - Stages: Series A, Seed - Focus: Software, Manufacturing, Information Technology Knife Capital is an independent growth equity investment firm focusing on innovation-driven ventures with proven traction. By leveraging knowledge, networks & funding, Knife accelerates the international expansion of entrepreneurial businesses that achieved a product/market fit in a beachhead market. Knife have offices in Cape Town andLondon.Knife invests via a consortium of funding partnerships, including SARS section 12J Venture Capital Company KNF Ventures and select family offices. Knife facilitated lucrative exits of local technology companies to the likes of General Electric, Visa, Garmin and Uber. ## Factor E - Type: VC Fund - Location: Fort Collins, Colorado, United States - Relevant deals: 2 - Stages: Seed, Series A, Convertible Note - Focus: Energy, Renewable Energy, Agriculture Factor E is a finance company that impacts venture builders, dedicated to supporting the people and ideas that will turn the tables in the global battle for sustainable solutions to energy, agriculture, mobility, and waste challenges in emerging and frontier markets. It serves as a conduit between philanthropic and commercial investors throughmarket-driven forces. ## 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. ## Unruly Capital - Type: VC Fund - Location: Italy, Texas, United States - Relevant deals: 2 - Stages: Seed, Pre-Seed - Focus: Biotechnology, CleanTech, Clean Energy Investing in the crazy before it becomes normal ## Alitheia IDF - Type: VC Fund - Location: Moka, Moka, Mauritius - Relevant deals: 1 - Stages: Series A, Seed - Focus: Logistics, E-Commerce, Retail Alitheia IDF is investing in dynamic and growing businesses throughout Africa. By investing in teams that recognize the importance of gender diversity the firm generates superior financial returns and impact. ## Flyt - Type: VC Fund - Location: Cape Town, NA - South Africa, South Africa - Relevant deals: 1 - Focus: Power Grid, Renewable Energy Flyt is a property development and investment firm. The company invests in strategically located properties, such as sectional title apartments, apart-hotels, and student housing. Through joint ventures and independent projects, they acquire, develop and add value to real estate. They co-invest and closely manage projects, completing rigorous anddetailed evaluations before investing to create significant returns that produce measurable impact. ## Anuva Investments - Type: VC Fund - Location: Constantia, New York, United States - Relevant deals: 1 - Focus: Power Grid, Renewable Energy Anuva Investments invest in the small and medium sector and get the tax breaks to invest in companies that could create jobs. ## Rifuwo Energy Partners - Type: VC Fund - Relevant deals: 1 - Focus: Solar, Energy Rifuwo Energy Partners is an investment firm. ## 4DX Ventures - Type: VC Fund - Location: Brooklyn, New York, United States - Relevant deals: 1 - Stages: Seed, Pre-Seed, Series A - Focus: FinTech, Financial Services, Logistics 4DX Ventures is a Pan-Africa Focused Venture Capital Firm. Our mission is to connect people, ideas, and capital to create a vibrant African community. ## Boost VC - Type: VC Fund - Location: San Mateo, California, United States - Relevant deals: 1 - Stages: Seed, Pre-Seed - Focus: Software, Blockchain, Virtual Reality Boost VC: The Pre-Seed Fund Making Sci-FI a Reality. Investing in crypto, virtual reality, augmented reality, AI, Ocean Tech, Space Tech, human augmentation, exoskeletons and more. ## Network Society Ventures - Type: VC Fund - Location: New York, New York, United States - Relevant deals: 1 - Stages: Seed - Focus: Solar, Blockchain, Crowdfunding Blockchain Investors Consortium (BIC) is a 50-member strong (crypto funds and a handful of individuals) who have over $1 billion of digital assets under management. The purpose of BIC is to allow its members to share due diligence and to co-invest in the most promising blockchain ventures. BIC is t ## Edge Growth - Type: VC Fund - Location: Johannesburg, NA - South Africa, South Africa - Relevant deals: 1 - Stages: Seed, Debt Financing - Focus: Software, Education, Accounting We are SME Development Solutionists, co-creating innovative solutions that combat business growth constraints. ## Sherpa Africa Partners - Type: VC Fund - Location: Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya - Relevant deals: 1 - Stages: Pre-Seed, Seed - Focus: Financial Services, Finance, FinTech A venture fund for pre-seed startups in Africa, led by Startup Operators, backed by Startup Operators. ## Capaci.Tech - Type: VC Fund - Location: Johannesburg, NA - South Africa, South Africa - Relevant deals: 1 - Stages: Seed - Focus: SMS, Apps, SaaS CapaciTech operates as a South African holding company that consists of an advisory business and special purposes vehicles that house shareholdings in various entrepreneurial ventures. ## Climate Capital - Type: VC Fund - Location: San Francisco, California, United States - Relevant deals: 1 - Stages: Seed, Pre-Seed, Series A - Focus: Energy, Manufacturing, Renewable Energy Diversified investments in the most promising early stage climate startups backed by top tier VCs. ## Persistent - Type: VC Fund - Location: Zürich, Zurich, Switzerland - Relevant deals: 1 - Stages: Seed, Series A - Focus: Energy, Solar, Renewable Energy Africa's Climate Venture Builder - We believe in the power of climate-positive economic development in Africa. For the last decade, we have been working hand in hand with exceptional entrepreneurs, investing both financial and human capital to build successful climate ventures on the continent. Our companies offer competitive financial returns required to drive lasting impact. ## Futuregrowth Asset Management - Type: VC Fund - Location: Cape Town, NA - South Africa, South Africa - Relevant deals: 1 - Stages: Seed, Series B - Focus: Software, Transportation, Financial Services Futuregrowth manages the full range of fixed interest and developmental impact funds on behalf of our clients. We are committed to managing and investing our clients' funds in a responsible manner. ## Simple.capital - Type: VC Fund - Location: Englefield Green, Surrey, United Kingdom - Relevant deals: 1 - Stages: Seed - Focus: Property Management, Rental, Software Made with Softr, the easiest way to turn your data into internal tools and client portals. No coding required. ## British International Investment - Type: VC Fund - Location: London, England, United Kingdom - Relevant deals: 1 - Stages: Debt Financing, Series B - Focus: Financial Services, Banking, Finance British International Investment is the UK's development finance institution. We've been at the forefront of supporting companies in developing countries for more than 70 years. ## to.org - Type: VC Fund - Location: Gstaad, Bern, Switzerland - Relevant deals: 1 - Stages: Seed, Pre-Seed - Focus: Solar, Energy, FinTech Our efforts are dedicated to scaling decarbonization, refugee empowerment, and human optimisation. By scaling innovative solutions, we aim to ensure that both the planet and its people can thrive and coexist for generations to come. ## Twynam Agricultural Group - Type: VC Fund - Location: Sydney, New South Wales, Australia - Relevant deals: 1 - Stages: Series A, Seed, Pre-Seed - Focus: Biotechnology, Agriculture, Energy Twynam Group is a leading Australian Funds Manager investing in early-stage climate tech. We also operate an agricultural and property portfolio. ## Sunu Capital - Type: VC Fund - Relevant deals: 1 - Stages: Series A, Seed, Pre-Seed - Focus: Health Care, B2B, Apps SUNU Capital is an early-stage venture capital fund investing in companies that are creating a more prosperous, inclusive, and self-sustaining future across the global south.SUNU makes tailored investments to help companies pursue game-changing opportunities and realize their vision. Post-investment, we draw upon our network to offer additionalcapacity and capital that helps businesses grow and prepare to access follow-on investments. We move swiftly and responsively. They commit long-term. We love a good challenge.​ ## Alphabit Fund - Type: VC Fund - Location: San Francisco, California, United States - Relevant deals: 1 - Stages: Seed, Initial Coin Offering - Focus: Blockchain, FinTech, Cryptocurrency Alphabit Digital Currency Fund. ## Tekton Ventures - Type: VC Fund - Location: San Francisco, California, United States - Relevant deals: 1 - Stages: Seed, Series A, Series B - Focus: E-Commerce, FinTech, Internet We partner with visionary founders and investors worldwide, offering capital, network, and expertise needed to turn groundbreaking ideas into market leading companies. ## United States Agency for International Development - Type: VC Fund - Location: Washington, District of Columbia, United States - Relevant deals: 1 - Stages: Grant, Seed - Focus: Renewable Energy, Energy, Solar The United States has a long history of extending a helping hand to people overseas struggling to make a better life. It is a history that both advances U.S. foreign policy interests as well as reflects the American people's compassion and support of human dignity. USAID extends help from the American people to achieve results for the poorestand most vulnerable around the world. That assistance does not represent a Democratic value or a Republican value, but an American value; as beneficiaries of peace and prosperity, Americans have a responsibility to assist those less fortunate so we see the day when assistance is no longer necessary. ## Secha Capital Partners - Type: VC Fund - Relevant deals: 1 - Stages: Seed, Private Equity - Focus: Health Care, Farming, Wellness South African Impact Investing firm focusing the FMCG and Agribusiness Sectors ## SAB Foundation - Type: VC Fund - Location: Gauteng, NA - South Africa, South Africa - Relevant deals: 1 - Focus: Health Care, Manufacturing, Medical Device The SAB Foundation invests in entrepreneurs and social innovation. Its priority focus in on businesses and innovations that benefit women and youth, people in rural areas and people living with a disability. ## The ASISA ESD Fund - Type: VC Fund - Relevant deals: 1 - Stages: Seed, Series B, Series A - Focus: FinTech, Internet, InsurTech An Invetsment Fund. ## Lion’s Head Global Partners - Type: VC Fund - Location: London, England, United Kingdom - Relevant deals: 1 - Stages: Debt Financing - Focus: Renewable Energy, Solar, Energy A global investment banking, asset management and advisory firm focused on delivering value to our clients in emerging and frontier markets ## ARCH Emerging Markets Partners - Type: VC Fund - Location: London, England, United Kingdom - Relevant deals: 1 - Stages: Series D, Debt Financing, Private Equity - Focus: Solar, Finance, Consumer ARCH is a specialist emerging markets investment advisor with deep experience of emerging markets, private equity, asset management and legal and governance matters over many decades. ## Oak Drive ventures - Type: VC Fund - Location: Fort Bonifacio, Quezon City, Philippines - Relevant deals: 1 - Stages: Seed, Series B, Series A - Focus: CRM, Banking, FinTech Oak Drive ventures will provide management support to a growing stable of operating companies. It combines decades of operational and investment experience to create value across various industries. ## Future Africa - Type: VC Fund - Location: San Francisco, California, United States - Relevant deals: 1 - Stages: Seed, Pre-Seed, Series A - Focus: Financial Services, FinTech, Information Technology Future Africa is a collective of mission-driven founders and funders building unicorns to solve Africa’s biggest challenges. They are build a future where purpose and prosperity are within everyone’s reach.