Spark+ Africa Fund Grant
In context
This call is open to startups, small and medium-sized businesses and social enterprises and 1 other, at prototype and pilot stage, seed stage and Series A. Coverage is read from the notice itself: Africa.
An impact investment fund providing capital for energy access and clean cooking solutions across Africa. The fund targets entrepreneurs and organizations scaling renewable energy and clean cooking technologies to underserved communities.
About this grant
This fund provides private debt financing to energy access businesses and financial intermediaries deploying clean cooking and renewable energy solutions across Africa. It targets organisations scaling these technologies in underserved markets, supporting the transition to sustainable energy access. Applicants may be startups, small and medium-sized enterprises, large companies, social enterprises or nonprofits operating in Africa. The fund considers businesses at prototype, seed, Series A, Series B or mature scaling stages. Applicants must demonstrate viable capacity to service debt and commercial viability, alongside commitment to deploying clean energy and cooking technologies. The financing is structured as private credit and concessional debt instruments available through the call.
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Key requirements
- ✓Focus on energy access and/or clean cooking solutions in African markets
- ✓Demonstrated impact potential on underserved communities
- ✓Business model with pathway to financial sustainability
Frequently asked questions
- Who can apply for Spark+ Africa Fund?
- Eligibility covers organisations in AFRICA; startup, sme, social-enterprise, nonprofit.
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Renewable energy funding covers solar, wind, hydropower, geothermal and bioenergy, from early research to grid-scale deployment. Public money tends to back demonstration, grid connection and access to energy in emerging markets, while procurement notices buy installation, operation and maintenance. Calls often ask for proof of resource assessment, permitting progress and local partners.
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