Samata Capital
Overview
Samata Capital is a venture capital firm dedicated to investing in early-stage, scalable businesses in East and West Africa. The firm focuses on sectors such as agribusiness, consumer products, financial services, healthcare, and technology, aiming to support companies that advance opportunities for women and promote gender diversity. The firm's investment strategy emphasizes providing capital to high-growth companies led by diverse teams. Samata Capital offers not only financial support but also strategic partnerships, governance expertise, coaching, and other advisory services to help entrepreneurs build sustainable businesses. Samata Capital's portfolio includes companies like Reelfruit, a manufacturer and distributor of branded healthy snack foods based in Nigeria. The firm is committed to fostering innovation, inclusion, and impact in the African entrepreneurial ecosystem.
Investment Focus
- Gender-diverse founding teams
- Scalable business models
- Commitment to innovation and inclusion
Portfolio Companies
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What sectors does Samata Capital invest in?
Samata Capital invests in Financial Services, Technology, Healthcare, Consumer Products and Agribusiness, and is based in Kenya. Samata Capital is listed as a venture capital in the ConnectSafely investor database.
What stage does Samata Capital invest at?
Samata Capital backs companies at Seed, Early Stage, Series A, Series B and Growth, writing cheques of 100K - 1M.
Which regions does Samata Capital invest in?
Samata Capital invests across Ghana, Kenya, Nigeria, Rwanda, Uganda and Tanzania.
Who are the partners at Samata Capital?
Team members listed for Samata Capital include Lisa Thomas (Founder and Managing Director) and Kiendel Burritt (Venture Partner).
What companies has Samata Capital invested in?
Samata Capital's portfolio includes Reelfruit.
How do I contact Samata Capital?
Samata Capital's contact details — including LinkedIn — are listed in the ConnectSafely investor database, along with its website and the LinkedIn profiles of its partners.
Last updated · Source: ConnectSafely investor database
