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AFZA Capital

AFZA Capital is a Nairobi-based venture capital firm focused on impact investing in early-stage companies across East Africa. It aims to support social impact ventures, particularly those led by women and promoting gender equality.

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Overview

What AFZA Capital does

What AFZA Capital is

AFZA Capital is a Nairobi-based venture capital firm focused on impact investing in early-stage companies across East Africa. It aims to support social impact ventures, particularly those led by women and promoting gender equality.

How it participates in the startup ecosystem

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Organization status and context

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Operational status
Active
Organization type
Venture Capital
Founded
Founded in 2020
Approximate age
About 6 years
Structured capabilities
Funder
Last reviewed
March 27, 2026

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Capability profile

AFZA Capital as a funder

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Investment thesis

AFZA Capital focuses on impact investing in early-stage companies in East Africa, with a strong emphasis on social impact and gender equality.

Focus narrative

AFZA Capital invests in early-stage companies with a focus on social impact, particularly those led by women and promoting gender equality. The firm operates primarily in East Africa, providing financial support and strategic resources to help entrepreneurs succeed.

Value beyond capital

Beyond capital, AFZA Capital offers mentorship, incubation services, strategic network access, and skills training to its portfolio companies, with a strong commitment to supporting women entrepreneurs and ventures that advance gender equality.

Terms and economics

Typical check
$25,000–$250,000

Focus and fit

Stages
Pre-seed · Seed · Series A

Availability

Currently deploying
Yes

Portfolio and track record

Portfolio context

Notable portfolio companies include Popote, which offers financial software and mobile payment solutions, and Daktari Africa, which provides healthcare clinics and outpatient services.

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Source basis

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Last reviewed

March 27, 2026

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