The concept
We’re rethinking development aid!
fair equity invests in African start-ups and medium-sized companies to create local jobs and added value. The income flows back into regional charitable aid projects. We also provide training, sparring, market information, and access to networks.
We ensure that cooperation with our African partners is built on respect. Commercial investment and the support for aid projects are developed in close consultation with our local partners on the ground in a spirit of trust. And the needs and perspectives of the people affected are reflected in the implementation of these efforts.
We build startups instead of aid projects
Sustainable development requires entrepreneurial solutions rather than short-term aid measures. We support African start-ups and medium-sized businesses with capital, expertise, and networks to foster economic independence. Instead of merely alleviating immediate problems, we focus on long-term value creation by building companies that generate jobs and contribute to regional economic stability. Our approach strengthens local structures, drives innovation, and empowers people to shape their own future.
We invest instead of giving handouts and promote green growth
Rather than handing out aid, we invest in sustainable African businesses that create both economic and environmental value. Our investments support climate-friendly business models, renewable energy, resource-efficient production, and innovative agricultural technologies. This way, we not only drive the success of our partners but also contribute to environmentally responsible development. Green growth is not just a trend for us—it’s a necessity for a better future for people and nature.
We support good local ideas instead of exporting our own ideas
Development succeeds when it is based on local needs and potential. That’s why we don’t impose pre-made solutions from abroad but instead support African entrepreneurs in realizing their own ideas. We act as equal partners, providing capital, expertise, and networks while the innovations and initiatives come from within the region. This approach creates sustainable business models that are culturally rooted and built for long-term success—paving the way for an independent economic future.
We believe in equity investments for lasting transformation!
Instead of one-time donations, we invest in African businesses for the long term. Our investments strengthen local enterprises, create jobs, and drive innovation. Profits are reinvested or directed into community projects, ensuring that economic success and social impact go hand in hand. This creates sustainable development that thrives on its own.
The 17 SDG goals
The basis for our work
On September 25, 2015, the 193 member states of the United Nations adopted the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development at a summit in New York. This agenda forms the global basis for environmental and development policy over the next 15 years. At the heart of the agenda are the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), with 169 targets. They cover all policy areas, ranging from economic, social, environmental, and financial policy, to agricultural and consumer policy, and also include areas such as transport, urban development, education, and health.
