$3bn+
15,000+
Connecting global capital with Africa’s transformative opportunities.
The Kuramo Edge
Global Reach, Local Expertise
We combine global perspective with deep local knowledge, leveraging our offices in key African hubs and New York to navigate dynamic markets.
Strategic, Impactful Growth
We combine global perspective with deep local knowledge, leveraging our offices in key African hubs and New York to navigate dynamic markets.
Collaborative
Success
We combine global perspective with deep local knowledge, leveraging our offices in key African hubs and New York to navigate dynamic markets.
Our Investment Approach
At Kuramo, we don’t just invest—we strategically fuel growth across Africa. Our approach includes direct investments, co-investments, and customized solutions tailored to each investor’s goals.
Our Impact in Action
Our Global Footprint
With offices in New York, Nairobi, and Lagos, we are well-positioned to connect global investors to Africa’s most promising opportunities.
ESG and
Impact
Reports
This report details Kuramo Capital’s significant and ongoing commitment to integrating Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles throughout its African investment portfolio. The 2022 findings underscore the firm’s dedication to responsible investing, prioritizing key areas such as job creation, gender diversity, financial inclusion, and environmental sustainability. By embedding ESG considerations at every level, and as a UNPRI signatory, Kuramo Capital aims to maximize both social and economic benefits across sub-Saharan Africa.
Kuramo Capital’s 2022/2023 findings showcase its impactful approach to transforming Africa through strategic investments and a deep commitment to local capital and talent. The firm’s African strategy prioritizes inclusive economic growth and the strengthening of resilient business ecosystems. Evidencing this commitment are key outcomes such as over 70,000 jobs supported, significant financial backing for African SMEs, and substantial tax contributions. Guided by its “6 P’s” ESG and Impact Framework, Kuramo Capital drives sustainable development across the continent.
This document details Kuramo Capital Management’s systematic, data-driven methodology for measuring and reporting the ESG and job creation impact of its investments. It outlines the key performance indicators (KPIs) used to assess both the quantity and quality of jobs created. The report emphasizes Kuramo’s focus on monitoring portfolio company performance in areas such as employment figures, wage quality, and access to the labor market through structured data collection and real-time analysis.
