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Nuru
Goma, CD · 12 known investors
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Nuru builds and operates solar-based mini-grids to provide electricity in the Democratic Republic of Congo, including a 1.3MW solar hybrid site in Goma described as the largest off-grid mini-grid in sub-Saharan Africa. The company serves Congolese communities with additional sites in Beni, Tadu, and Faradje.
Founders & leadership
Investors · 12
How we know: Aster Capital's portfolio page · Not right? Tell us
How we know: E3 Capital's portfolio page · techinafrica.com · open dataset · 5k.vc investor directory · Not right? Tell us
How we know: mercomcapital.com · Not right? Tell us
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Also in the syndicate · 8
Funding
SEC filings, press & company announcements$40M disclosed across 1 of 2 rounds · 2023
- $40MSeries BJul 2023 · 5 sources
E3 Capital (lead), International Finance Corporation (lead), International Finance Corporation (IFC) (lead), EDFI ElectriFI, Global Energy Alliance for People and Planet (GEAPP), Proparco, Renewable Energy Performance Platform (REPP), the GAIA Impact Fund, the Joseph Family Foundation, the Schmidt Family Foundation, Voltalia
Source ↗ - Undisclosed amountSeries BMar 2023
E3 Capital, Proparco, Renewable Energy Performance Platform (REPP)
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Source: company announcements and press reports — follow each round's link for the claim.
Frequently asked questions
- What does Nuru do?
- Nuru builds and operates solar-based mini-grids to provide electricity in the Democratic Republic of Congo, including a 1.3MW solar hybrid site in Goma described as the largest off-grid mini-grid in sub-Saharan Africa. The company serves Congolese communities with additional sites in Beni, Tadu, and Faradje.
- Who founded Nuru?
- Nuru was founded by Archip Lobo.
- Who are Nuru's investors?
- Nuru's investors include Aster Capital, E3 Capital, International Finance Corporation, Proparco.
- How much funding has Nuru raised?
- Nuru has disclosed $40M raised across 1 of its 2 known rounds.
- Where is Nuru headquartered?
- Nuru is headquartered in Goma, CD.