Pangea Global Ventures

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🌍 Quantifying Carbon Sequestration of Agribusinesses in Ghana 🌱 Pangea Africa Ltd., in collaboration with ACDI/VOCA Ghana, is supporting sustainable agribusiness in Northern Ghana to quantify their climate impact. With the expertise of our own Lovenger Appiah in using the FAO’s EX-ACT (Ex-Ante Carbon-balance Tool), a powerful tool designed to measure the environmental impact of agricultural practices, we have successfully estimated the carbon footprint of six agribusinesses in the region. The results are promising—these enterprises collectively have the potential to remove 3,729 tons of CO₂e (carbon dioxide equivalent) from the atmosphere each year. This milestone highlights the transformative impact of sustainable practices in agriculture. By embracing climate-smart techniques and agroforestry, these figures could be substantially increased, creating even greater environmental benefits. Imagine the possibilities if we expand this approach to encompass the broader network of outgrower businesses in the area! With the team’s expertise in: Carbon Footprint Estimation: Accurately assessing greenhouse gas emissions and carbon sequestration potential for agricultural enterprises. Mitigation Analysis: Identifying sustainable practices that can lower carbon emissions, such as agroforestry, climate-smart agriculture, and efficient resource management. Scenario Modeling: Predicting environmental outcomes of different agricultural practices, empowering agribusinesses to make data-driven decisions for long-term sustainability. Impact Reporting: Providing transparent, data-backed reports that demonstrate measurable environmental impacts, which are critical for attracting support from impact investors. Pangea delivers reliable, data-driven insights that empower impact investors to make informed decisions in supporting sustainable agricultural value chains across West Africa. #Sustainability #Agriculture #CarbonFootprint #ClimateSmartAgriculture #EXACTTool #ImpactInvesting #PangeaAfrica #WestAfrica

🌟 Celebrating Excellence in Agribusiness! 🌟 We are thrilled to announce that our CEO, Marian Ofori Twumasi, has been honored with the "African Agribusiness Woman of the Year Award" at the Women in Agribusiness Awards 2024, organized by Guzakuza Africa. This prestigious recognition highlights Mariseth's unwavering commitment to empowering women in agriculture and transforming the agribusiness landscape in Ghana. At Mariseth Farms, we believe in the power of collaboration and innovation. By working with over 1,550 smallholder farmers—80% of whom are women—we are driving sustainable agricultural practices and creating job opportunities. Our efforts not only enhance local economies but also promote climate-smart agriculture for a greener future. Thank you to Guzakuza Africa for this honor, and to our dedicated team and partners for making this achievement possible. Together, we are cultivating a brighter future for agriculture! Pangea Global Ventures Pangea Africa Ltd. John Scicchitano #MarisethFarms #WomenInAgribusiness #Agriculture #Empowerment #Sustainability #Ghana

This Agriculture Innovation Mission for Climate (AIM for Climate) report highlights this critical need which is being addressed by its partners including Pangea Global Ventures and AATF. "The flow of private sector investment into agriculture and food systems has been limited, especially in LMICs. Many banks lack the necessary experience to serve as effective intermediaries for sustainable finance directed into agricultural value chains."

What is needed for local banks to lend more to the agrifood sector? - question below from Andrew Ahiaku of Aceli Africa "Data and learning," he says, and there is much to be learned from Aceli in East Africa and Mastercard Foundation in West Africa, among others. For its part, Pangea is learning as quickly as it can how to contribute to effective and affordable advisory services and investment facilitation for West African agribusinesses. Ayitey-Adjin Bernard Ali Djire Em Ekong United Nations Capital Development Fund (UNCDF) Lionel Axel KADJA Tshego 'TK' Nesvåg

Exciting New Initiative: Catalyzing Private Equity & Venture Capital in Ghana!  Pangea, in collaboration with the Ghana Investment Support Programme (GhISP) powered by British International Investment, is proud to announce a transformative project aimed at boosting private equity (PE) and venture capital (VC) deal flow for high-growth Ghanaian enterprises. Through strategic partnerships with select Industry and Business Associations, Pangea will identify and prepare a pipeline of highly investable companies in Ghana. Our approach includes tailored matchmaking with transaction advisors and investors, as well as the creation of a comprehensive database of investor-ready companies. This initiative responds to the critical need for PE and VC as a complement to traditional bank lending, addressing the challenges faced by many small and medium enterprises in accessing financing. Together with GhISP, we aim to bridge the funding gap, enhance access to finance, and catalyze sustainable growth across Ghana's vibrant business landscape. Ghanaian Industry and Business Associations who may want to learn more can contact Bridget@PangeaAfrica.com GVCA Impact Investing Ghana ANDE West Africa African Venture Philanthropy Alliance (AVPA) #PrivateEquity #VentureCapital #Ghana #Pangea #GhISP #InvestmentOpportunities #SustainableGrowth

🌍 Pangea is proud to have advised Oyster Agribusiness on its recent $2 million funding raise to expand its operations and deepen its impact on smallholder farmers across Ghana. This milestone was made possible through the support of RDF GHANA LBG., Sahel Capital 's Social Enterprise Fund for Agriculture in Africa (SEFAA Fund), and Root Capital, with the fundraising process expertly led by Pangea Africa Ltd., a leading Business Development Service provider. 💡 Over the past five years, Oyster Agribusiness has transformed the livelihoods of smallholder farmers while promoting sustainable agricultural practices. This fresh capital injection will allow them to reach more farmers and scale their climate-smart agricultural initiatives, further strengthening the resilience of Ghana’s agricultural sector in the face of climate challenges. At Pangea, we are committed to supporting innovative agribusinesses like Oyster that generate triple bottom-line impact. Together, we are working towards a more sustainable, inclusive, and resilient agricultural ecosystem in Ghana. 🚀 We are excited about the journey ahead and the positive changes this investment will bring to the agricultural landscape in Ghana! https://lnkd.in/dQc4mfee Sahel Capital RDF GHANA LBG. Pangea Global Ventures Oyster Agribusiness Edmond Kombat Bridget Egbenya John Scicchitano Nii Nortei Lokko #PangeaAfrica #OysterAgribusiness #SustainableAgriculture #ImpactInvestment #SmallholderFarmers

🌍 Partnership Announcement! 🌱 Pangea Africa and Mayiya Ltd have initiated a strategic partnership to enhance Ghana’s cereal and soybean value chains. Based in Northern Ghana, Mayiya works closely with over 2,000 smallholder farmers, producing maize, rice, soybeans, and sesame, and providing essential services like mechanization, inputs, and capacity building. Pangea recently completed a carbon sequestration potential analysis using the FAO EX-Act tool revealing that Mayiya is able to sequester 18.7 tCO2e per hectare through its cropland activities, afforestation, as well as the adoption of conservation agricultural techniques. Further analysis shows that Mayiya is able to sequester 0.9 tCO2e per hectare per year which is a very significant impact towards climate mitigation. Over the next 12 months, Pangea will provide advisory and investment facilitation services to support Mayiya’s growth plan, which will create dignified work and resilient livelihoods for 10,000 smallholder farmers.  This partnership underscores our commitment to creating sustainable and impactful agribusiness solutions, supported by the Feed the Future Market Systems and Resilience activity led by ACDI/VOCA #Agriculture #Sustainability #Partnership #SmallholderFarmers #CerealProduction #SoybeanValueChain #ImpactInvesting #FoodSecurity #PangeaAfrica #Mayiya #Ghana #FeedTheFuture

Bengal Agro (SL) Limited is a leading agricultural company in Sierra Leone, specializing in the production and export of certified organic Turmeric, Ginger, and Honey. Founded in 2011, the company has developed over 600 acres of farmland and is in the process of expanding to 1,600 acres. Bengal Agro works closely with smallholder farmers through an out-grower scheme, supporting sustainable agricultural practices and providing access to premium organic certifications like USDA and JAS. The company's revenue model focuses on processing and exporting organic products to international markets, primarily in Asia and Europe. Their competitive edge lies in established export channels and the growing global demand for organic products.

So Pure Company SL Limited is a leading drinking water distributor in Sierra Leone, dedicated to providing high-quality, safe, and affordable water to the local population. Their product line includes sachet drinking water and refillable water dispensers, catering to both individual consumers (B2C) and businesses (B2B). The company’s growth strategy focuses on vertically integrating operations to enhance production efficiency and expand their offerings to bottled water and other beverages. With a robust market presence and partnerships with organizations like Médecins Sans Frontières and the U.S. Embassy, So Pure holds a 4.58% market share, projected to grow to 11.49% with further investments. Their commitment to environmental sustainability, local supplier engagement, and contributions toward several UN Sustainable Development Goals positions them as a socially responsible business leader in Sierra Leone. Their product is featured in this video: https://lnkd.in/gUKYaU6W