About

Founded in 2008, XSML Capital is an investment firm dedicated to providing growth capital to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in frontier markets across Central and Eastern Africa. With local teams in Kinshasa (Democratic Republic of Congo), Kampala (Uganda), Luanda (Angola), Nairobi (Kenya), and Lusaka (Zambia), XSML focuses on nurturing local talent and fostering sustainable economic development in underserved regions. ? XSML Capital offers bespoke financing solutions tailored to the needs of SMEs, including:? SME finance in African frontier markets Debt Financing: Provision of loans with structured repayment terms.? Equity Investments: Acquisition of minority stakes to support business growth.? Mezzanine Financing: Hybrid capital combining elements of debt and equity.? Beyond financial support, XSML provides business expertise, access to networks, and technical assistance to help SMEs scale effectively. ? They focus on businesses led by strong entrepreneurs with the potential to scale and provide essential goods and services, thereby contributing to local economic development. XSML is particularly interested in businesses that meet the 2X Challenge criteria, promoting gender equality through women's leadership, employment, and entrepreneurship.

Eligibility

• XSML targets SMEs operating in Central and Eastern Africa, specifically in the Democratic Republic of Congo, Uganda, Angola, Zambia, and Kenya..