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Key people at Sunu Capital.
Sunu Capital was founded in 2017 by Benjamin Schmerler (Co-Founder, Partner & Managing Director).
Sunu Capital operates as a venture capital firm focused on financing promising early-stage companies across the African continent. The firm provides crucial capital and strategic guidance to accelerate development for nascent businesses. Its investment strategy is sector-agnostic, prioritizing innovative models and scalable solutions from visionary local founders.
Established in 2017, the firm strategically based its operations in Nairobi, Kenya, underscoring its commitment to nurturing the region's entrepreneurial ecosystem. The founding insight stemmed from recognizing significant opportunities within Africa's evolving market, aiming to bridge the funding gap for deserving startups.
The firm primarily serves African founders whose ventures require essential funding and expert mentorship to achieve scalability. Sunu Capital’s long-term vision is to contribute to a more prosperous and self-sustaining future for Africa by cultivating a new generation of entrepreneurs. It aims to build a robust portfolio driving economic development and lasting impact.
Sunu Capital was founded in 2017 by Benjamin Schmerler (Co-Founder, Partner & Managing Director).
Key people at Sunu Capital.
Sunu Capital has 5 tracked investments across 5 companies. The latest tracked deal is $8.0M Seed in Hohm Energy in February 2024.
| Date | Company | Round | Lead Investor(s) | Co-Investor(s) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 22, 2024 | Hohm Energy | $8.0M Seed | Peter Orth, Vova (vladimir) Dugin | Breega, Climate Capital, E4E Africa, Musha Ventures, Tekton Ventures, TO Ventures |
| Nov 15, 2021 | Africa Health Holdings Ltd | $18.0M Series A | Asia Pacific Land | Breyer Capital, Kepple Africa Ventures, M3, TRB Advisors, Valiant Capital Partners |
| Oct 1, 2021 | Tazah Technologies | $2.0M Seed | Global Founders Capital, Zayn Capital | Outrun Ventures, +92 Ventures, Afropreneur Syndicate, Globivest, I2I Ventures, Musha Ventures, Ratio Ventures, Suya Ventures, Walled City Co |
| Jan 28, 2020 | Sendy | $20.0M Series B | Anikó Szigetvári | AAIC, Enza Capital, Kepple Capital, Toyota Tsusho Corporation, Vestedworld |
| Apr 11, 2019 | Neopenda | $1.0M Seed | Axel Johnson, Sunu Capital | — |