ASCENT RIFT VALLEY FUND I

TARGET SECTORS

The Fund invests in a broad range of sectors.

TARGET COMPANIES

Ambitious entrepreneurs with a proven track record and significant growth potential.

INVESTMENT SIZE

The Fund targets transactions of US$ 2-15 million

ABOUT

RIFT VALLEY FUND I

Ascent Rift Valley Fund Ltd (the Fund) is a Mauritius domiciled fund which has, since its inception in 2014, invested in enterprises in Ethiopia, Kenya and Uganda with ambitious entrepreneurs, a proven track record and significant growth potential.

The mission of the Fund is to develop and nurture a league of enterprise champions that set the bar for business standards in their respective markets.

The Fund invests in a broad range of sectors and targets transactions of US$ 2 million – 15 million. Larger transactions may also be considered together with co-investors.

The Fund mainly invests in enterprises in Uganda, Kenya and Ethiopia and is exclusively managed by Ascent Capital Africa Ltd. with the support of local advisory companies.

Ascent is committed to complying with all applicable laws wherever we operate. It is a core aspect of our mission that we act with integrity in all of our operations. We will not pay nor procure the payment of a bribe or unlawful fee to encourage the proper performance of a task or one which is intended or likely to compromise the integrity of another. We will not accept any payment, gift or inducement from a third party which is intended to compromise our own integrity.

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INVESTMENT PORTFOLIO

medical

Medical
Laboratory

Accredited laboratory providing affordable healthcare diagnostics services. Each day, the lab serves about 500 patients delivering over 1,000 high-quality tests.

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crates

Plastic Crates
Manufacturer

Manufacturer of plastic crates to the majority of non-alcoholic (carbonated soft drinks and malt drinks) and alcoholic (beer, wine and spirits) beverage producers.
goods

FMCG
Distributor

The company specialises in the distribution of food, stationery and other consumer products. It provides a plug-and-play distribution solution to any FMCG manufacturer looking to penetrate the country wide market.
pharmacy

Retail
Pharmacy

Pharmacy chain with over 15 stores located in prime locations noted for stocking specialised drugs and high-quality generic medicines at competitive prices serving both walk-in and institutional clients.
concrete

Concrete Products Manufacturer

One stop manufacturer of and dealer in construction materials including aggregates, concrete blocks and pavers, precast items, ready mix concrete etc. The company also specializes in pre-construction site projects like excavation and backfilling.
pipes

Construction Pipe
Manufacturer

Pioneer manufacturer of PVC, PPR and HDPE piping and fixtures, offering a wide range of products for use in irrigation, construction, plumbing and landscaping.
chemical

Chemical
Manufacturer

The company specializes in the manufacture of soap and detergent ingredients such as Sodium Silicate and LABSA.

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suspension

Motor Vehicle
Springs Manufacturer

Manufacturer of motor vehicle suspension and wiring parts for the Original Equipment Manufacturing (OEM) industry and the vehicle aftersales market.

GEOGRAPHICAL FOCUS

The Fund invests in enterprises in Uganda, Kenya and Ethiopia, and is exclusively managed by Ascent Capital Africa Ltd. with the support of local advisory companies.

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