FOCUSED SECTOR
We transform institutions by creating value through combination of strategic change, improved management and sustained investment; Viability Gap’s Plc looks for opportunity for change in the Agriculture, Infrastructure, Finance and Energy sectors as summarized below:
1. AGRIBUSINESS STRATEGY
With Viability Gap Plc leverages its extensive expertise and leadership in agriculture to drive sustainable growth in Sub-Saharan Africa’s agribusiness sector. We employ innovative financing and management solutions tailored to the unique characteristics of local economies, focusing on key areas such as livestock, tea, and coffee.
Our strategy involves close partnerships with African governments and sub-governments to address critical gaps in the sector. By collaborating with these stakeholders, we aim to bridge the capital and management challenges faced by agribusiness SMEs operating in fragmented markets. Through these strategic alliances and targeted interventions, Viability Gap Plc seeks to enhance productivity, sustainability, and resilience within the agribusiness sector, fostering long-term growth and development.
2. FINANCIAL STRATEGY
Viability Gap Plc’s financial strategy is centered on addressing the significant gaps in SME financing across Africa. Recognizing the limitations of the traditional banking sector, we focus on acquiring stakes in financing companies and gaining control over selected portfolios. Our approach involves restructuring and optimizing these entities to enhance their operations and support their growth.
By improving their efficiency and expanding their capabilities, we aim to foster their ability to provide tailored financial solutions for micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs). This includes facilitating access to capital for export market diversification and introducing innovative solutions such as online lending platforms. Through these initiatives, Viability Gap Plc is dedicated to empowering MSMEs and driving economic growth across the continent..
3. INFRASTRUCTURE STRATEGY
Viability Gap Plc adopts a proactive approach to infrastructure investment through detailed asset analysis, strategic structuring, and effective operational management. By leveraging our extensive network of industry partners, governments, co-investors, vendors, and advisors, we address critical infrastructure gaps across Africa. Our strategy encompasses support for government initiatives to overcome deficiencies in key areas such as waste management, wastewater treatment, power generation, solid waste management, and water supply. Through strategic partnerships and targeted expertise, we aim to drive transformative infrastructure development and deliver sustainable, impactful solutions to meet the continent’s growing demands.
4. ENERGY STRATEGY
In the context of Africa’s significant energy deficits and underdeveloped infrastructure, Viability Gap Plc is committed to addressing critical gaps in the sector. Our strategy focuses on bridging the financial and expertise shortages by investing in both renewable and non-renewable energy projects. We aim to enhance access to reliable energy, advance renewable energy initiatives, and develop robust energy transmission infrastructure. Additionally, we work closely with African governments to reform energy policies, create a conducive environment for investment, and ensure sustainable and impactful energy solutions that drive economic growth and improve living standards across the continent..
CROSS CUTTING PROJECT
Viability Gap’s capitalize on its analytical capabilities to improving decision-making & unlock substantial value for targeted institutions. Some of Cross-cutting Projects includes, technical assistance, site management, turnaround support, building works consortium, export and import processing, equipment supplies and general supplies.
