Pearl Capital Partners

Pearl Capital Partners (PCP) is an independent agriculture investment management firm based in East Africa. Specializing in providing risk capital to small and medium sized enterprises (SMEs) operating in the agriculture value chain, PCP has been active in the region since 2005. The firm has a strong track record of investing in high-growth agricultural businesses that deliver both financial returns and positive social impact. PCP's investment approach focuses on supporting businesses with significant social impact while also generating strong financial returns for investors.

PCP has a team of experienced professionals with deep expertise in the agricultural sector. The firm has a comprehensive investment process that includes rigorous due diligence, portfolio management, and active engagement with investee companies. PCP is committed to creating a sustainable future for agriculture in East Africa by supporting businesses that contribute to economic growth, food security, and social development.

Pearl Capital Partners is an independent impact investment fund manager focused on providing risk capital to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) operating in the agricultural value chain in Eastern and Southern Africa. Their mission is to create an environment where entrepreneurs can access funding for expansion, growth, and general economic development in the region by providing medium to long term capital to ambitious entrepreneurs who are building sustainable and profitable agribusinesses while generating significant and measurable social and developmental impact.

Pearl Capital Partners fosters a culture that values collaboration, innovation, and impact. They prioritize working with ambitious management teams to create high-growth agribusinesses that generate both financial returns and positive social impact within East Africa. This focus on both profitability and sustainability permeates the company's approach to business development, investment, and community engagement.

Pearl Capital Partners emphasizes diversity, equity, and inclusion (DE&I) by embedding ESG considerations into all stages of their investment process, from pre-screening to exit. They require investee companies to adhere to specific principles and policies on ESG, demonstrating their commitment to fostering a more equitable and inclusive business environment. They also highlight their track record on sustainability through case studies of their investee companies, showing their dedication to positive social impact, which often translates into stronger financial returns.