Unlock your startup's potential with
expert guidance
growth capital
personalized advice
strategic insights
Darena Ventures Empowers Entrepreneurs Through Early to Growth-Stage Investments and Technical Support
Leveraging our extensive global networks, we provide early-to-growth-stage green businesses in untapped African markets with innovative capital arrangements that promote commercial establishment and sustainable growth. Our complimentary technical assistance supports the growth of innovative African startups, particularly in the fields of climate resilience and sustainability, ensuring they have a significant impact on their communities, environment, economies, and the continent as a whole.
We prioritize under-served founders, such as women and local entrepreneurs in Botswana, South Africa, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia, and Zimbabwe. Our quest for impact drives us to focus on supporting these entrepreneurs in their journey toward success.
Our Services
Our Proven Programs Help Startups Become Investment-Ready
One-on-one Advisory
BDS Support for Women Entrepreneurs
Our growth readiness accelerator is designed for women in the informal sector who are ready to elevate their businesses. This comprehensive five-week program, delivered by renowned subject matter experts, covers a variety of essential business topics, including marketing, financial management, legal aspects, HR management, and fundraising.
Focus areas
We have a core set of areas we fund.
These are the primary areas but not the only areas we support:
Energy
Agriculture & Food
Circular Economy
Data & Finance
Built Environment
Mobility
Building wealth, creating futures.
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