Grant Funding list to be expanded.

We understand the importance of securing funding for our venture capital fund to invest in sustainable energy and infrastructure projects in Southern Africa. There are numerous grants available globally that can help support our mission, and we will work to identify and apply for those that align with our investment strategy.

Here is a  list of grants that exist around the world that Tese could potentially apply for:

Global Environment Facility (GEF) - The GEF provides grants for environmental projects that address climate change, biodiversity, land degradation, international waters, and chemicals.

African Development Bank (AfDB) - The AfDB provides grants for projects that focus on infrastructure development, private sector development, and regional integration.

Green Climate Fund (GCF) - The GCF provides grants for projects that aim to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and support climate adaptation in developing countries.

United States African Development Foundation (USADF) - The USADF provides grants for businesses and entrepreneurs in Africa that promote economic development and social progress.

European Union (EU) - The EU provides grants for projects that focus on climate change, energy, environment, and sustainable development in developing countries.

United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) - The UNDP provides grants for projects that aim to reduce poverty, promote sustainable development, and support democratic governance.

Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation - The Gates Foundation provides grants for projects that focus on global health, poverty reduction, and education.

Rockefeller Foundation - The Rockefeller Foundation provides grants for projects that focus on sustainable development, health, and economic opportunity.

Ford Foundation - The Ford Foundation provides grants for projects that focus on reducing inequality and promoting social justice.

Open Society Foundations - The Open Society Foundations provides grants for projects that aim to promote democracy, human rights, and social justice.

Wellcome Trust - The Wellcome Trust provides grants for research and projects that focus on improving global health.

Skoll Foundation - The Skoll Foundation provides grants for projects that focus on social entrepreneurship, sustainability, and social progress.

MacArthur Foundation - The MacArthur Foundation provides grants for projects that focus on conservation and sustainable development.

United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) - UNIDO provides grants for projects that promote industrial development and sustainable energy in developing countries.

United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) - UNEP provides grants for projects that aim to promote sustainable development and environmental protection in developing countries.

To ensure we are targeting the right grants and maximizing our chances of success, we will carefully review the eligibility criteria, application process, and deadlines for each grant. We will also seek the assistance of grant writing professionals and leverage our network of industry experts and partners to increase our chances of securing funding.

Additionally, we will explore other fundraising options, such as equity financing, to complement our grant applications and ensure we have adequate resources to invest in sustainable energy and infrastructure projects in Southern Africa. provides grants for research and projects that focus on improving global health.