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BII: UK's development finance arm fueling African growth. Unique focus on early-stage ventures (like Ampersand & ARC Ride) through Funding/Venture rounds, driving impact alongside returns.

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British International Investment (BII)'s Portfolio in Africa

British International Investment (BII) has made over 5 notable investments in African startups. Their most recent investment was in Sistema.bio, announced on March 17th, 2026.
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British International Investment (BII)'s Investment activity in Africa

With over $78M invested in African startups, their latest investment was a Debt Financing round in Sistema.bio, announced on March 17th, 2026, closing at $53M.

Here are some of their investments in Africa:

RoundStartupLocationDateAmount Raised
Debt Financing
Starsight Energy		NigeriaMar 17, 2026$ 15,000,000
Venture
Lovegrass		EthiopiaFeb 06, 2026$ 5,000,000
Debt Financing
Sistema.bio		KenyaMar 17, 2026$ 53,000,000
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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