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Focusing on innovation and solutions, in all things emerging and all things Africa

SVP is a new investment firm with innate capabilities for finding the best founders, technology and markets, in all things emerging and all things Africa

Meet the team

Sunga Mkwezalamba

Principal

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Lewis Sutton

Principal

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Immaculate Odwera

Associate

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Who we are

We invest in Africa-focused startups who show commitment to economic development on the Continent. We partner with them from the company’s initial stages and ensure they achieve their maximum potential and transform lives.

Mission: Our mission is to be the first stop for startups who want to transform Africa and to partner with them as the company grows to ensure the goal is realized.

Our thesis is simple: pre-seed, seed, series A, FinTech, CleanTech, Pharma, all things diversity, and all things Africa.

What makes us different? Unlike many investors interested in Africa’s rich markets, we have resources, talent, and cultural awareness to vet prospective targets and oversee and advise on their day-to-day activities. This includes through our professional and personal contacts on the Continent, and bi-lingual and multi-cultural team.

Portfolio Interests

Whether you’re ready for capital or not, advisory services are critical for your business

Customer acquisition

We will help your business identify and develop sales channel opportunities.
Commercial and consumer contracting

We will advise and draft your business contracts.
Compliance

We will advise you on your legal and regulatory compliance obligations. We will prepare governance and compliance process agreements as necessary.
Go-to-Market Strategy

We will advise you on delivering a unique value proposition to your customers and achieve competitive advantage.
Operations management

We will advise on improving your day-to-day business processes, including design, operation, maintenance, and improvement of operating systems.