Accelerating sustainable

manufacturing across Africa

Start Ups

We support green manufacturing start-ups in Africa with strategy and investor access to scale impact to grow the green manufacturing ecosystem.

Manufacturers

We provide fully funded transaction advisory services to fast-track investment and help secure the capital you need for expansion.

Investors

Discover high-potential, de-risked manufacturing ventures ready for investment and get first access to growth engines across the continent.

IMPACT AT A GLANCE

300

Deals supported or in progress

2Bn +

Billion FDI
mobilised

70 +

Deals reached financial close

150k +

Direct & indirect
jobs committed

(last updated in July 2026)

IMPACT STORIES

A vibrant manufacturing environment, unlocking extensive opportunities

Africa’s population is projected to double by 2050, and the working population is expected to increase by 800 million. Africa will need to create approximately 18 million jobs annually to provide sufficient employment opportunities for this population. The manufacturing sector has the potential to provide millions of better and more inclusive jobs across the continent, while building resilient economies. Over the past six years, Manufacturing Africa has been dedicated to unlocking this potential. Supported by UK International Development, we provide expert assistance that turns ambition into tangible, sustainable growth.

6 Years of
Manufacturing
in Africa

DEALS CLOSED SPOTLIGHT

Supporting Ethiopia’s
Food Security

Ethiopia's largest consumer goods platform secured a £17.25 million investment to build a new edible oil plant. This major expansion will create over 200 new jobs and support the livelihoods of up to 7,000 smallholder farmers through local sourcing of raw materials.
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Growing a Kenyan Household Name

Glacier Products, home to the popular Dairyland brand, secured £4.93 million to expand its facilities and diversify its product range. This investment will create 50 direct and 500 indirect jobs while strengthening the local dairy farming community.Read More

Boosting Pharmaceutical Production in Kenya

Leading regional manufacturer Regal Pharmaceuticals raised £6.57 million to develop a new facility dedicated to penicillin-based products. Our support in creating a solid financial model was crucial in securing the deal, which will greatly decrease the region's dependence on imports.Read More

Powering Nigeria’s
Energy Independence

Arnergy, a provider of technology-enabled solar solutions, secured £14.79 million in its Series B funding round. Our work validating their growth strategy was crucial in helping them expand their clean energy services for commercial and industrial clients.Read More

Pioneering E-Waste Solutions in Nigeria

Hinckley Associates raised £3.70 million to expand its e-waste management facilities, including Africa's first lithium-ion battery recycling plant. Our investor outreach was vital for securing investment in this landmark facility, which will generate 100 green jobs.Read More

Enhancing Rwanda’s Agricultural Productivity

A European fertiliser manufacturer raised £8.22 million to expand its production of an environmentally friendly biostimulant in Rwanda. Our support in developing a comprehensive business plan helped secure the investment, which will increase crop yields for local farmers.Read More

Improving Food Security
in Rwanda and DRC

A leading Rwandan animal feed producer secured £2.46 million to double its production capacity and expand into aquafeed. Our commercial diligence was crucial in preparing the company to raise this capital, which will create 60 new jobs and support 26,000 smallholder farmers.Read More

Powering Kenya’s
E-Mobility Transition

Roam, a leader in electric mobility, secured a £19.72 million Series A funding round to expand the production of electric motorcycles and buses in Kenya. Our market analysis was essential in refining their expansion strategy and strengthening their compelling case for investors.Read More

Building Ethiopia’s
Green Future

The innovative startup Kubik secured £2.80 million in seed funding to convert hard-to-recycle plastic into affordable, low-carbon building materials. Its new factory in Ethiopia will generate 170 direct jobs and empower thousands of local waste collectors, turning an environmental challenge into an economic opportunity.Read More

Innovative Cooling
for Off-Grid Nigeria

Koolboks, a renewable energy refrigeration company, raised £2.63 million to expand its range of pay-as-you-go solar-powered freezers. Our support in developing their market assessment was crucial in making these essential cooling solutions more accessible to businesses and communities across Africa.Read More