Backing Africa’s Builders at the Centre of Innovation and Scale
At Lighthouse Capital, we focus on sectors and cities where real growth is happening and where our capital, experience, and execution-first approach can make a difference. We invest in industries shaping Africa’s economic future, and in strategic hubs where ambitious founders are building enduring companies.
Industries We Back
We invest in companies operating in sectors that are redefining how Africa works, builds, and transacts. From AI and data infrastructure to fintech and professional services, we focus on industries with high growth potential, clear demand, and real-world application.
- Investments
- AFRICA FOCUSED
Strategic Hubs Across Africa
Our geographic focus is intentional. We partner with founders in cities where policy, capital, infrastructure, and talent are converging. From Johannesburg to Nairobi, Lagos to Kigali, these markets give our portfolio companies the foundation—and the friction—to scale.
Nairobi, Kenya
A growing centre of East African innovation. With strong mobile adoption, talent density, and early traction in AI and SaaS, Nairobi presents high-quality opportunities across tech-enabled services and platforms.
Johannesburg, South Africa
The financial and industrial heart of Southern Africa, Johannesburg is our home base and launchpad. We’re deeply embedded in its ecosystem, across fintech, professional services, and high-growth infrastructure plays.
Lagos, Nigeria
Africa’s most dynamic startup hub. Lagos leads in fintech innovation, consumer tech adoption, and scale potential. We’re focused on backing bold founders building across payments, lending, and digital infrastructure.
Kigali, Rwanda
One of Africa’s most forward-thinking regulatory and innovation environments. Kigali is ideal for piloting smart infrastructure, AI applications, and advanced manufacturing with regional expansion potential.
Investment Criteria Snapshot
Stage
We back growth-stage and expansion-ready businesses
Ticket size
Typical investment range: $2M–10M
Ownership
We are open to minority or strategic majority positions
Founder fit
Strong preference for founder-led businesses with traction
