Organization · Venture Capital
Khuwaylid Capital
Khuwaylid Capital is an Islamic impact investment fund based in Dakar, Senegal, focusing on small and medium-sized enterprises in the agro-industry, education, and health sectors. The fund aims to provide Shari'ah-compliant financing solutions to foster growth in these sectors across Francophone Africa.
Overview
What Khuwaylid Capital does
What Khuwaylid Capital is
Khuwaylid Capital is an Islamic impact investment fund based in Dakar, Senegal, focusing on small and medium-sized enterprises in the agro-industry, education, and health sectors. The fund aims to provide Shari'ah-compliant financing solutions to foster growth in these sectors across Francophone Africa.
How it participates in the startup ecosystem
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Operational profile
Organization status and context
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- Operational status
- Active
- Organization type
- Venture Capital
- Structured capabilities
- Funder
- Last reviewed
- May 5, 2026
Official channels
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Capability profile
Khuwaylid Capital as a funder
Investment thesis
Khuwaylid Capital aims to catalyze the halal economy by providing SMEs with access to ethical, Sharia-compliant capital and strategic support, generating positive economic, social, and environmental impacts aligned with Maqasid al-Sharia and UN Sustainable Development Goals.
Focus narrative
Khuwaylid Capital invests in SMEs in Senegal, targeting sectors such as agro-industry, education, and health. The fund seeks to create significant economic, social, and environmental impacts by addressing challenges like job creation, food security, and access to quality healthcare and education. Investment amounts range from 50 million to 500 million FCFA, focusing on businesses that have been operational for at least two years and demonstrate a commitment to generating positive impacts.
Value beyond capital
Khuwaylid Capital provides not only financial support but also strategic guidance to its portfolio companies, helping them navigate challenges and scale effectively. The fund's commitment to ethical investment ensures that all practices align with Islamic principles, fostering sustainable growth and positive community impact.
Terms and economics
- Typical check
- $100,000–$1,000,000
- Sweet spot
- $500,000
Focus and fit
- Stages
- Seed · Growth Equity
- Sectors
- Healthcare
- Regions
- Africa · West Africa
Availability
- Currently deploying
- Yes
Portfolio and track record
- Recorded portfolio count
- 2
Portfolio context
Notable portfolio companies include Performics Africa, a higher-education and vocational-training organization in Thiès, and the Centre de Rayonnement Islamique, a planned vocational training center in Pikine focused on construction trades.
Common questions
What to know about Khuwaylid Capital
Upseed classifies Khuwaylid Capital under the Venture Capital organization type. Its current public profile includes funder capabilities.
Source and update disclosure
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Source basis
Public organization and program material, official websites, and structured Upseed records.
Last reviewed
May 5, 2026
Known limits
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