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Baillie Gifford is a distinguished Scottish investment management firm with a reputation for long-term growth investing. Their portfolio boasts successful companies like Zipline. While they predominantly participate in Series D and E rounds, their distinctive approach lies in their unwavering commitment to seeking out transformative businesses across the African continent, fostering innovation and economic growth.

Baillie Gifford's Portfolio in Africa

Baillie Gifford has made over 3 notable investments in African startups. Their most recent investment was in Zipline, announced on January 21st, 2026.
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Baillie Gifford's Investment activity in Africa

With over $970M invested in African startups, their latest investment was a Venture round in Zipline, announced on January 21st, 2026, closing at $600M.

Here are some of their investments in Africa:

RoundStartupLocationDateAmount Raised
Venture
Zipline
RwandaJan 21, 2026$ 600,000,000
Series E
Zipline
RwandaJun 30, 2021$ 250,000,000
Series D
Zipline
RwandaMar 08, 2019$ 120,000,000
Seed
VendEase
NigeriaMar 23, 2021$ 125,000
Seed
VendEase
NigeriaMar 23, 2021$ 125,000
Seed
VendEase
NigeriaMar 23, 2021$ 125,000
Seed
VendEase
NigeriaMar 23, 2021$ 125,000
Seed
VendEase
NigeriaMar 23, 2021$ 125,000

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Baillie Gifford's Investment Distribution in Africa.

Baillie Gifford's currently has Startuup investments spread across the following location(s)

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