ShEquity

ShEquity operates as a gender-lens investment firm, strategically focused on empowering women-led businesses across Sub-Saharan Africa. The firm's core offering involves providing smart capital and business acceleration support to foster the growth of scalable ventures, particularly those contributing to Africa's green transition. Through programs like the ShEquity Business Accelerator (SHEBA), the firm equips female entrepreneurs with essential tools and resources necessary for scaling their enterprises and attracting further investment.

The company was founded by Pauline Koelbl, who also serves as its Managing Partner. Koelbl established ShEquity with the explicit purpose of supporting female innovators seeking to establish a robust market presence for their products and services. Her insight was driven by the recognition of the need for dedicated financial and developmental resources to unlock the potential of women entrepreneurs in the region.

ShEquity’s primary beneficiaries are female entrepreneurs and women-led businesses throughout Sub-Saharan Africa. The firm’s vision extends beyond mere capital provision, aiming to accelerate the development of these ventures and, in turn, contribute significantly to the continent's sustainable economic growth. It envisions a future where women are at the forefront of driving innovation and green initiatives in Africa.