Investisseurs & Partenaires (I&P) is inviting applications from locally led businesses seeking long-term capital and strategic support to scale sustainably across Sub-Saharan Africa and the Indian Ocean region. As an impact investment group, I&P partners with entrepreneurs who are building strong, resilient businesses that generate measurable economic and social impact within their communities.
I&P invests as a minority shareholder, working closely with founders and management teams to strengthen governance, improve operational performance, and support sustainable growth. Beyond financing, selected businesses benefit from hands-on strategic guidance, access to a broad network of experts, and a long-term partnership focused on value creation.
Eligibility Criteria
Applicants must be small or medium-sized enterprises or startups that are formally registered and operating within the formal economy.
The business must be based in Sub-Saharan Africa or the Indian Ocean region and led by local entrepreneurs and management teams.
Eligible businesses should operate in legally compliant sectors such as agribusiness, health, construction, fisheries, vocational training, textiles, distribution, services, microfinance, or related impact-driven industries.
Eligible Regions Businesses operating in Sub-Saharan Africa and the Indian Ocean region are eligible to apply
Funding Details
Investisseurs & Partenaires provides equity and quasi-equity financing.
Investment amounts range from €300,000 to €1.5 million through the IPAE fund, with smaller investments below €300,000 available under the IPDEV2 fund.
I&P invests as a minority shareholder and exits after a defined investment period.
Benefits
Selected businesses gain access to substantial equity financing without losing control of their companies. In addition to capital, I&P provides strategic and operational support, governance and management strengthening, access to expert networks, and long-term partnership focused on sustainable growth and impact creation.
Application Timeline Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Preliminary review of submitted business plans typically takes 2 to 3 weeks.
