About

Investisseurs & Partenaires (I&P) is a pioneering impact investment group established in 2002, dedicated to financing and supporting small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and start-ups in Sub-Saharan Africa. With a mission to promote sustainable and profitable African businesses that generate significant social and economic impacts, I&P has supported over 200 companies across approximately 20 countries. ? I&P provides a range of financing solutions tailored to the needs of African SMEs and start-ups, including:? Equity Investments: Minority equity or quasi-equity investments to support business growth.? Seed Financing: Early-stage funding for start-ups demonstrating high potential.? Loans: Debt financing options for more mature enterprises.? Beyond financial support, I&P offers strategic guidance and managerial assistance throughout the investment period, actively participating in business strategy development and implementation. ? The emphasis is on businesses that contribute to local value addition and sustainable development. ? Entrepreneurs interested in partnering with I&P can submit their business plans through the organization's official website. The submission should include detailed information about the business model, market analysis, financial projections, and the expected social and economic impacts.

Eligibility

• To be eligible for I&P's support, enterprises should:
• Be small to medium-sized companies, including start-ups.
• Have financing needs that align with the specified investment amounts for I&P's programs.
• Operate within Sub-Saharan Africa, particularly in the focus regions.
• Be managed by local teams or entrepreneurs.
• Operate within the formal economy.