British International Investment

We were pleased to join the launch of the UK’s Africa Approach with @JennyChapman this week, focused on building long-term partnerships. At BII, we are proud of our track record of investing into African entrepreneurs and businesses to support their growth and success.

Tune in to our Impact= event as we discuss the role of mobilisation in addressing the climate emergency youtu.be/ALAmGw0a6rk

Small businesses are the backbone of Kenya's economy That's why the UK 🇬🇧 & Kenya 🇰🇪 are increasing their ability to access finance @FamilyBankKenya & @BritishIntInv have partnered on a KSH 2.6 billion facility targeting women & agribusinesses #GoFarGoTogether

Last week, 🇬🇧 Minister for Development @JennyChapman visited the AgriStar farm to see how UK investment supported by @BritishIntInv is driving inclusive economic growth & job creation across South Africa. Watch the @SABCNews ft➡️ youtube.com/watch?v=W4X9am… #Growthforboth #UKwithSA

Ahead of #G20SouthAfrica Development Meeting, I saw how @BritishIntInv has helped macadamia nut producer Agristar expand - supporting jobs & stocking British shops. Growth is central to our new approach to development.

A big milestone for Africa’s energy transition! The 153MW/612MWh Red Sands battery project by @Globeleq & African Rainbow Energy has reached commercial close, Africa’s largest standalone battery storage project to do so. Proud to support this step towards a resilient, low-carbon future. #ClimateFinance #EnergyTransition #BII

BII and the @PIC_SouthAfrica have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to accelerate collaboration and investment across Africa. The agreement between Africa’s largest asset manager and the UK’s development finance institution and impact investor establishes a framework to jointly explore and pursue impactful investment opportunities. Learn more about the partnership: BII and PIC sign landmark partnership to advance vital investment across Africa  - British International Investment

This week in London, #Mission300 brings public & private sector leaders together to unlock energy investment in Africa. Reaching 300M by 2030 will take strong partnerships. And @BritishIntInv CEO Leslie Maasdorp shares exactly how. Full interview: youtu.be/dbgS6YgbtIg

The UK's Manufacturing Africa programme is supporting productivity, growth and investment in Ethiopia.   Today, @PaulWaltersUK signed an MoU with @BritishIntInv, @Proparco and @FMO_development committing to work together to promote investment and grow innovative local companies.

We’re pleased that ARIA, a platform that we created to boost investment in Africa, has forged a new strategic partnership which will further growth in Ethiopia. @UKinEthiopia @FCDOGovUK @VivianneInfante

As part of our series ‘Innovations changing the world’ we are highlighting our investee Fasal. The company has an ‘intelligence platform’ app that helps farmers predict weather patterns, optimise the use of valuable resources such as fertiliser and water, and secure the best prices for their crops. #InnovationsChangingTheWorld #Agriculture #SustainableFarming #SustainableInvesting #BIIImpact

Read the quotes from Jane Marriot CMG OBE (British High Commissioner to Pakistan), Habib Yousuf (Regional Director for South Asia British International Investment) and Maya Inayat Ismail (Chairperson HBL Sustainability Forum)

We are thrilled to partner with @HBLPak Pakistan’s leading bank, to provide a $75 million facility aimed at empowering smallholder farmers and boosting the agriculture sector. The agriculture sector is vital for Pakistan’s economic growth, food security, and the livelihoods of many. Our goal is to build a resilient and sustainable agriculture sector that drives economic growth, supports livelihoods, and ensures food security for Pakistan. Read more here: lnkd.in/ebf_HDYN #ImpactInvestment #FoodSecurity #ClimateResilience #AgricultureFinance #DevelopmentFinance #Pakistan #SustainableGrowth

Together with The British High Commission South Africa, BII hosted a reception at the British High Commissioner's Residence in Cape Town. It was a pleasure to gather likeminded people to connect and take part in some insightful conversations. Here are some pictures from the reception, where speakers including our CEO Leslie Maasdorp, our Chair Diana Layfield, Antony Phillipson UK High Commissioner to South Africa and Tomi Amosun Managing Partner at Summit Africa Fund, took to podium to share their thoughts. @ukinsouthafrica

Since the launch of @SafaricomET in 2022, the cost of mobile data services in the Ethiopia has fallen by up to 70 per cent. Investing in this company has increased digital access and we are proud to support its growth.

We’re expanding our digital presence! British International Investment is now on Bluesky. Follow us there to stay updated on the impact we’re making, celebrate key milestones with us, and gain expert insights into sustainable investing and development finance. Join the conversation: @britishintinv.bsky.social #ImpactInvesting #DevelopmentFinance #SustainableGrowth #Bluesky #BritishInternationalInvestment

Small and medium enterprises are the backbone of our economies, contributing to job creation and economic resilience.   Energy Secretary @Ed_Miliband met Indian businesses during his visit to India. The UK is committed to backing innovators to drive green growth and innovation

MOPO’s growth charged by $7 million backing @MobilePowerLtd, which specialises in pay-per-use battery rentals, has received $7 million from @BritishIntInv to expand its services across the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Find out more 👉 bdaily.co.uk/articles/2025/…

En Marge du Sommet de Dar Es Salaam, les Ministres de l'Energie et des Finances ont rencontrés les Représentants des institutions qui financeront le projet de distribution de l'électricité au Burundi à hauteur de 1,4milliards USD en Partenariat Public Privé avec WEZA POWER

Thank you for chairing an important conversation, we hope the journey towards change and equality continues.