Amsterdam · Growth
Investment thesis
XSML Capital focuses on financing SMEs in African frontier markets, targeting the underserved 'missing middle' of businesses that drive economic development but lack access to growth capital. Founded in 2008, the firm invests across countries such as Angola, DRC, Kenya, Uganda and Zambia, combining capital with hands-on business support to improve operations and ESG standards. It aims to deliver both financial returns and development impact in hard-to-reach markets where larger investors cannot easily invest directly, backing companies as they expand into new markets and helping create jobs and improve access to goods.
Source: firm website, verified Sep 6, 2026.
Investments · 6 tracked
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Frequently asked questions
- How many investments has XSML Capital made?
- XSML Capital has 6 tracked investments.
- What stage does XSML Capital invest at?
- XSML Capital invests at the Growth stage.
- What is XSML Capital's typical check size?
- XSML Capital typically writes checks of $300K – $10M.
- What sectors does XSML Capital focus on?
- XSML Capital focuses on Impact & Social Good, Sector Agnostic.
- Where is XSML Capital located?
- XSML Capital is headquartered in Amsterdam, NL.
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