RAIN releases 2025 Impact Report: backing impact-driven businesses in the blind spots of African venture capital
Over the past year, our team has dedicated itself to understanding the needs of founders to succeed in some of Africa’s most underfunded markets – and then rolled up their sleeves to directly build solutions.
RAIN was established to address a financing gap that affects thousands of promising businesses across low-income African countries. These companies are often too large for microfinance but too early for traditional investors. They have capable founders and growing markets – what they lack is patient capital and hands-on support.
Apply to join the RAIN Equity Investment programme 2026 cohort
Redsalt Angel Investment Network (RAIN) is inviting applications and pitch decks from investment-ready start-ups seeking growth capital and strategic support. We invest in ambitious early-stage businesses in African frontier markets that are solving real social and environmental challenges through the market, generating revenue and demonstrating strong potential for sustainable growth and impact.
Who should apply? Start-ups that are legally registered and active, have started generating revenue, show clear growth potential and pursue a distinct social or environmental impact.
