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Department for International Development

Europe, England, United Kingdom, London

Description

DFID leads the UK's fight against global poverty, delivering UK aid around the world.

Investor Profile

Department for International Development has backed more than 18 startups, with 0 new investments in the last 12 months alone. The firm has led 9 rounds, about 50% of its total and boasts 0 exits across its portfolio.

Investment Focus Highlights

  • Concentrates on Grant, Seed rounds (top funding stages).
  • Majority of deals are located in United Kingdom, Kenya, United States.
  • Strong thematic focus on Information Technology, Finance, Financial Services.

Stage Focus

  • Grant (94%)
  • Seed (6%)

Country Focus

  • United Kingdom (39%)
  • Kenya (22%)
  • United States (11%)
  • Myanmar (6%)
  • Belgium (6%)
  • Singapore (6%)
  • South Africa (6%)
  • Rwanda (6%)

Industry Focus

  • Information Technology
  • Finance
  • Financial Services
  • Software
  • Non Profit
  • Employment
  • Agriculture
  • Fintech
  • Information Services
  • Edtech
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Who does Department for International Development frequently co-invest with?

Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation
Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 2
Global Innovation Fund
Global Innovation Fund
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Co-Investments: 1
CF
Citi Foundation
North America, New York, United States, New York
Co-Investments: 1
Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade
Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade
Asia, Isabela, Philippines, Australia
Co-Investments: 1
United States Agency for International Development
United States Agency for International Development
North America, District of Columbia, United States, Washington
Co-Investments: 1
The Government Offices of Sweden
The Government Offices of Sweden
Europe, Stockholms Lan, Sweden, Stockholm
Co-Investments: 1
Humanity United
Humanity United
North America, California, United States, San Francisco
Co-Investments: 1
Shell Foundation
Shell Foundation
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Co-Investments: 1
Wellcome Trust
Wellcome Trust
Europe, England, United Kingdom, London
Co-Investments: 1

What are some of recent deals done by Department for International Development?

A tech-enabled education social enterprise that provides training on digital, soft and life skills for people in Myanmar.

EdTechSkill AssessmentSocial ImpactYoung Adults
GrantJul 1, 2020
Amount Raised: $50,000
Mologic

Thurleigh, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom

Mologic is a UK-based developer of point-of-care diagnostic devices

BiotechnologyClinical TrialsHealth CareMedical Device
GrantMar 9, 2020
Amount Raised: $1,307,343
GSMA

London, England, United Kingdom

The GSMA is a trade group that represents network operators using GSM technology for their networks.

InternetMobileSocial Media
GrantAug 9, 2019
Amount Raised: $45,744,553
Buildher

Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya

BuildHer is an NGO that empowers disadvantaged young women with accredited construction skills and training leading to employment.

ConstructionEmploymentNon ProfitVocational Education
GrantMay 3, 2019
Amount Raised: $95,000
Ten Senses Africa

Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya

Ten Senses Africa focuses on organic, fair trade, and ethical business practices to develop a sustainable social enterprise.

AgricultureFood and BeverageSustainability
GrantMay 3, 2019
Amount Raised: $95,000
TakaTaka Solutions

Nairobi, Nairobi Area, Kenya

A social waste management company. Its goal is to provide affordable and environmentally friendly waste management services.

Waste Management
GrantMay 3, 2019
Amount Raised: $95,000
Balloon Ventures

London, England, United Kingdom

We are fixing SME banking in Africa. We provide loans of $10k - $200k to drive economic growth and create Good Jobs.

Financial Services
GrantJan 10, 2019
Amount Raised: $1,250,000
Iristick

Antwerp, Antwerpen, Belgium

Iristick develops innovative, AR smart glasses for industrial and professional applications.

Communication HardwareEyewearHardwareInformation TechnologyWearables
GrantDec 27, 2018
Amount Raised: $316,120
Boostme360

Johannesburg, NA - South Africa, South Africa

BoostMe360 is an Online portal for entry-level job-seekers

E-CommerceEmploymentOnline Portals
GrantOct 30, 2018
Amount Raised: $1,368,738
AgDevCo

London, England, United Kingdom

AgDevCo is a specialist investor that focuses on agribusinesses to support small and medium-sized enterprises.

AgricultureBusiness DevelopmentFinance
GrantSep 3, 2018
Amount Raised: $70,774,596

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