Balim Investments Investing in African SMEs for Thriving Rural Communities.
We provide investment capital to small and medium-sized enterprises across Sub-Saharan Africa, fostering rural resilience and vibrant local economies through sustainable growth in agriculture, renewable energy, and water access.
Balim Offers
Debt financing
Tailored technical assistance
Impact measurement
Debt financing
Tailored technical assistance
Impact measurement
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Meet our Investees
Our Approach
We provide debt financing and technical assistance to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), often referred to as the „missing middle“ due to their limited access to affordable, long-term financing from local financial institutions. By supporting these businesses, we strive to foster local economic development, create sustainable income opportunities for households, and strengthen communities.
13
Loans commited
11
Loans executed
5.1M
Commited
31,272
Small holder farmers supported
3,173,741
Individuals with improved access to drinking water
1,216
Jobs supported
*Data as of December 31, 2023.
13
Loans commited
11
Loans executed
5.1M
Commited
31,272
Small holder farmers supported
3,173,741
Individuals with improved access to drinking water
1,216
Jobs supported
*Data as of December 31, 2023.
Our portfolio focuses on African SMEs that contribute to improved income, food security, access to energy and water, well-being, and resilience in the communities where they are rooted.
Agriculture
Our portfolio is dedicated to African SMEs that enhance income, food security, access to energy and water, well-being, and resilience within the communities they serve.
Water
Majority of our portfolio is concentrated on agricultural processors specializing in locally consumed foods, with some exposure to international commodities.
Renewable energy
Focus on solar-powered water pumps that support smallholder farmers with irrigation and provide villages with access to clean drinking water.
Where We Work
We provide financing to empower small and medium-sized businesses that champion sustainable agriculture, renewable energy, and clean water access. Together, we’re contributing to the empowerment of rural communities and uplifting local economies.
Balim – Active countries with current portfolio
Balim – Planned countries for scale up via tiered approach, starting with Kenya and Tanzania in 2024
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