Agricultural enterprises across Africa continue to face a persistent challenge: access to long-term, structured capital that supports real expansion.
The SEFAA investment fund, managed by Sahel Capital, is addressing this gap with a financing programme designed to strengthen agribusinesses that directly improve outcomes for smallholder farmers.
The fund provides flexible capital and technical support to scalable enterprises operating across Africa’s agricultural value chain.
Funding Structure and Support
SEFAA offers tailored financing designed to match different stages of agribusiness growth.
Selected enterprises may access:
- Investment ranging from $300,000 to $2.4 million
- Debt financing options
- Equity and quasi-equity funding
- ESG and management capacity support
- Technical assistance programmes
Funding can be disbursed in local currency, USD, or EUR, depending on transaction structure and approval.
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Eligibility Requirements
To qualify for SEFAA funding, applicants must generally:
- Be a formally registered business in Africa
- Have at least 2 years of operational history
- Demonstrate proof of concept or operational traction
- Show a clear path to profitability or sustainable growth
- Comply with legal, ESG, and regulatory standards
The fund prioritizes scalable enterprises with strong governance structures and long-term commercial viability.
Target Countries
SEFAA focuses on agribusinesses operating in several African markets, including:
- Nigeria
- Ghana
- Kenya
- Uganda
- Tanzania
- Zambia
- Malawi
- Ethiopia
- Côte d’Ivoire
- Cameroon
- Benin
- Burkina Faso
- Togo
Application Process
Interested agribusinesses can submit investment inquiries through the official SEFAA platform.
Apply here: Apply Now
The SEFAA agribusiness fund provides a critical financing channel for African agricultural enterprises seeking to scale operations and improve food system outcomes.
Edfrica shares opportunities for informational purposes only. Results and funding outcomes are not guaranteed.
