WIC Capital
Impact investorDakar · Seed–Growth
Investment thesis
WIC Capital is the first investment fund dedicated exclusively to women-led enterprises in Francophone Africa. It mobilizes local and international institutional and private investors to support the growth of women-owned micro, small, and medium enterprises. The fund invests through equity and quasi-equity across all sectors in companies founded by women, at least 50% owned by women, or with a majority-female management team. Beyond capital, WIC Capital provides flexible financing tailored to growth phases, technical support covering strategy, financial management, operations, HR, compliance and governance, a commercialization and networking platform, and access to the WIC Académie's pre- and post-investment programs.
Source: firm website, verified Aug 3, 2026.
Frequently asked questions
- What stage does WIC Capital invest at?
- WIC Capital invests at the Seed, Series A, Series B, Series C, Growth stages.
- What sectors does WIC Capital focus on?
- WIC Capital focuses on Impact & Social Good, Sector Agnostic.
- Where is WIC Capital located?
- WIC Capital is headquartered in Dakar, SN.
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