Catalyst Fund

Pre-seed high-impact fund and accelerator. We partner with founders building a more resilient future.

[The Earthshot Prize @EarthshotPrize]

Africa’s climate startup scene is surging, but closing the finance gap is key.

In our latest blog, Ken Ngetha & Maelis Carraro from @TheCatalystFund share how they’re backing innovators like Earthshot Prize Winner @keepitcoolapp to scale climate solutions.https://t.co/wEgSrCbKzG

[Catalyst Fund @TheCatalystFund]

Thrilled to share that our Managing Partner, Maelis Carraro, will open the @AFRICARENA Nairobi Climate Tech Summit on Sept 10 with a keynote on “The State of Climate Tech in Africa.” Attending the event? Don’t miss it.

🎟️ https://t.co/BFlvZLMjw8

[Catalyst Fund @TheCatalystFund]

Are you an early-stage startup in Kenya building climate solutions? 🧐

Join our info session on April 28 at 3 PM EAT to learn about the #ESEA2025 program.

Focus areas: 🌊 blue economy ⚡ renewable energy 🌾 food security 🌱 climate adaptation

Register: https://t.co/kbgnVI8wSP

[Catalyst Fund @TheCatalystFund]

The @ClimateFacility is now accepting applications for its first class in 2025, and they’re hosting a webinar TODAY to provide insights on how you can apply!

Don’t miss out! Register for this informational webinar now at https://t.co/I4oKpgF6Vb

[Catalyst Fund @TheCatalystFund]

Are you attending the Skoll World Forum this week? 🌍
Catalyst Fund's Thabiso Foto and Yemi Adegbayi will be there!
Keen to chat about entrepreneurship in Africa, climate tech investing, or venture building? Catch up with them in Oxford!

[Catalyst Fund @TheCatalystFund]

Are you an early-stage startup in Kenya tackling climate challenges? 🚀

Apply now for our ESEA program to get tailored mentorship, pre-acceleration support & grant funding!

📅 Deadline: April 30, 2025

Apply here: https://t.co/jhQTGODmhc

[Catalyst Fund @TheCatalystFund]

Did you miss our latest episode of The Greenprint? We explore how young African innovators are transforming agriculture and unlocking opportunities for rural communities.

🎧 Listen now: https://t.co/a25gUnMEo1

@TheFlipAfrica @Delta40_Studio Africa Climate Ventures

[Catalyst Fund @TheCatalystFund]

🎉 We are thrilled to share that Catalyst Fund has been featured in Adapt Unbound’s list of 100+ top climate adaptation investors!

Explore the full list here:https://t.co/HzKXFkMOFY

[Catalyst Fund @TheCatalystFund]

We're still on the lookout! 🧐

Are you building a startup in:
💧WaterTech
🌿Regenerative Ag Finance
🌳Precision Reforestation
♻ Plastic-free Alternatives
🌊Coastal Resilience

We're scouting pre-seed startups tackling these challenges. Apply now! https://t.co/LPVlqNy1ld

[Catalyst Fund @TheCatalystFund]

Building a game-changing climate solution?

Apply for Empowering Sustainable Entrepreneurship Africa 2025!

We're looking for startups in 🇬🇭🇰🇪🇲🇼🇲🇿🇹🇿 tackling:
*Climate Adaptation
*Renewable Energy
*Blue Economy
*Food Security

Apply now: https://t.co/34dlw3tG5V

@villagecapital

[Catalyst Fund @TheCatalystFund]

Africa holds 60% of the world’s uncultivated arable land—but 13M hectares are lost to desertification yearly. The latest episode of #TheGreenprint spotlights founders tackling this challenge with bold innovations.

🎥 Watch here 👉https://t.co/D6NTmkEDEG

@TheFlipAfrica

[Catalyst Fund @TheCatalystFund]

@keepitcoolapp is on @BBCNews! 🎉

Our portfolio company, Keep IT Cool has been featured on @BBCNews for its innovative work in reducing fish waste and improving livelihoods in Kenya!

Watch here: https://t.co/VBDhoAn6oA

[Catalyst Fund @TheCatalystFund]

For 4 years, @TheCatalystFund & @60_decibels have helped startups measure impact like financial performance—tracking, iterating & scaling it. Prioritizing impact early strengthens business models, attracts investors & ensures sustainable growth. Learn more https://t.co/Hrx802VtPk

[Keep IT Cool @keepitcoolapp]

Keep IT Cool was among the top 5 finalists at the Africa Tech Summit under the AgriTech category. This recognizes our commitment to transforming the cold chain for small-scale fish and poultry farmers through tech.
Congratulations to @mazaohub for winning in this category!

[Catalyst Fund @TheCatalystFund]

We had a fantastic time at the Africa Climate Tech Breakfast co-hosted with Equator VC & @Proparco!

Thanks to all who joined to discuss bold ideas and forge new partnerships.

At the @AfricaTechSMT today & tomorrow? Let's connect!

[Catalyst Fund @TheCatalystFund]

Which AgTech solutions are investors betting on?

Our Managing Partner, @carrarom, shares the top innovations @TheCatalystFund is excited about—from AI-powered farming to regenerative land restoration.

Read more on the future of AgTech: https://t.co/Nzot9sexV0

[Catalyst Fund @TheCatalystFund]

Congratulations to the @MazaoHub team for securing funding from the Livelihood Impact Fund to scale their innovative precision agriculture solutions! 🎉This milestone will help strengthen food security, & improve livelihoods across underserved regions.
https://t.co/DRo7QiJx4S

[Catalyst Fund @TheCatalystFund]

The Catalyst Fund is featured in @ImpactAlpha's article, showcasing our work in climate & gender lens investing. We're actively expanding the pipeline for women & underrepresented groups & driving impactful solutions.

Read more: https://t.co/wJtlEbKN9H

[Catalyst Fund @TheCatalystFund]

Businesses in Africa face sustainability challenges due to limited real-time data.@AwarenessCo's AI-powered HYDRA platform helps organizations, optimize water & energy use, reduce carbon emissions & boost operational efficiency.
Here's why we invested: https://t.co/vUj85DFHdd

[Catalyst Fund @TheCatalystFund]

Can solar power solve Nigeria's energy crisis?🤔

With 200M+ people, Nigeria faces blackouts & rising fuel costs. In this The Greenprint episode, we explore how solar adoption & startups are transforming energy access.

Listen here: https://t.co/PBuAOCtVS8