Africa's Climate Venture Builder

We believe in the power of climate neutral economic development in Africa. For the last decade, we have been working hand in hand with exceptional entrepreneurs, investing both financial and human capital to build successful climate ventures on the continent. Our companies offer competitive financial returns required to drive lasting impact.
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    6408180 lives improved by persistent partner companies
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    200%+ average portfolio growth rate since investment
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    21662 jobs created by persistent partner companies
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    1375013 total tons of CO2 Avoided overall

About Us

Founded in 2010, Persistent is Africa’s Climate Venture Builder and a leading investor. We provide essential support including finance, strategic guidance, governance, technical and legal expertise to early-stage companies committed to creating sustainable impact. Our Venture Builders actively engage in and contribute to these ventures, particularly in emerging markets where such support is crucial at the early stages.

Our Portfolio Companies

Thought Leadership

Testimonials

  • Partnering with Persistent has been transformative for Altech. The financial solutions and dedicated support have significantly enhanced our operational efficiency, innovation and driven measurable growth. We highly value and appreciate our collaboration with Persistent.
    Altech Washikala Malango, CO-Founder and CEO DRC
  • Persistent has been a key player in Rensource’s development, helping us establish our legal and tax structure, refine our growth strategy and develop critical IT systems. They are on the cutting edge of the sector, extremely knowledgeable and always generous with their assistance.
    Rensource Ademola Adesina, Founder & CEO Nigeria
  • Persistent supported us when we were struggling to close our Series A, and have since helped us to build a far stronger company. The Persistent team is engaged in the strategic and day-to-day operations of the company. Persistent’s support covers corporate structuring, Interim CFO services, international expansion strategy, portfolio management to logistics, etc. I recommend them as highly as I can to other founders and potential partners. They are genuine in their impact mission and experienced enough to support companies across the energy sector.
    candi Philippe Flamand, Commercial Director South Africa
  • Persistent has played a crucial role in the growth and development of Ecobodaa over the last three years. Their venture-building services have provided us with experienced CFO and legal support, enabling us to establish efficient financial reporting and ensure compliance. Persistent's introduction to other investors and grant institutions has greatly assisted our fundraising endeavors. It is worth noting that Persistent goes beyond being a mere investor; they have invested time and effort to truly comprehend the intricacies of investing in Africa and how to navigate it successfully.
    Ecobodaa Kim Chepkoit, Co-Founder Kenya
  • Persistent has been a real partner for us. One of the most valuable services they have provided is an interim CFO who helped bring our reporting and modelling to a level that was reliable and robust for third party investors. The Interim CFO worked side-by-side with us to bring in a new strategic equity investor. Persistent’s work has literally changed our lives as a company and therefore will change hundreds of thousands of lives in Africa as we accelerate our expansion.
    SolarWorks! Arnoud de Vroomen, Co-Founder and CEO Mozambique
  • Persistent has been a part of candi's story from the word go. Without its support in these early stages it's fair to say that we may never have seen the light of day. From there, Persistent has not only continued to provide capital at critical times, it has brought in relevant expertise to fill important gaps, as well as connecting the dots within its extensive network to allow candi to grow its capital base.
    upOwa Killien de Renty, CEO Cameroon
  • Partnering with Persistent has been transformative for Altech. The financial solutions and dedicated support have significantly enhanced our operational efficiency, innovation and driven measurable growth. We highly value and appreciate our collaboration with Persistent.
    BBOXX Mansoor Hamayun, CEO & Founder Kenya