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Accelerating cleantech innovation and entrepreneurship in SMEs to support the transition towards circular economy and create green jobs Support sustainable and inclusive economic growth by promoting clean technology innovations and entrepreneurship in start-ups and SMEs Note: Disbursement data provided is cumulative and covers disbursement made by the project Agency. Normal 0   21   false false false  DE-AT X-NONE X-NONE                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                     /* Style Definitions */  table.MsoNormalTable  {mso-style-name:"Normale Tabelle";  mso-tstyle-rowband-size:0;  mso-tstyle-colband-size:0;  mso-style-noshow:yes;  mso-style-priority:99;  mso-style-parent:"";  mso-padding-alt:0cm 5.4pt 0cm 5.4pt;  mso-para-margin:0cm;  mso-para-margin-bottom:.0001pt;  mso-pagination:widow-orphan;  font-size:10.0pt;  font-family:"Calibri",sans-serif;}      267. The project is expected to result in more cleantech startups and SMEs being identified and supported, thus acting as a catalyst for SME development and clean technology investment in South Africa. The creation of a dedicated national platform for promoting clean technology innovation in SMEs will result in an enhancement of human capital, thereby leading to job creation and poverty reduction as well as to increased women and youth participation in the entire value chain of the project. Furthermore, new job opportunities will also emerge, as the viable clean technologies commence local production and scale up innovations. Local development and production of these new technologies will very likely result in lower costs benefiting both the technology developer and end-user. Finally, the increased use of clean technology innovations supported by the project will result in GHG emission reductions.268. GCIP South Africa will highlight the need for stronger support at the national level for clean technology innovations and SMEs’ contributions. In particular, this project will provide added value by better bridging the gap between clean technology innovators and investors, thereby paving the way for the creation of new businesses resulting in a value added for the domestic economy. The project will forge linkages between clean technology innovators and the international private sector for investment in the subsequent commercialization of the technologies. It will also provide investors access to SMEs with attractive incentives to invest in innovation in clean technology in a relatively risk-free environment that will benefit the economy as a whole. At the same time, the growing number of participants encourages cross-country networking and creates opportunities for cooperation to further enrich the innovation ecosystem in participating countries.
Solar Water Heaters (SWHs) for Low-income Housing in Peri-Urban Areas NA Note: Disbursement data provided is cumulative and covers disbursement made by the project Agency.
Conservation and Sustainable Use of Biodiversity on the South African Wild Coast NA Note: Disbursement data provided is cumulative and covers disbursement made by the project Agency.
Strengthening Law Enforcement Capabilities to Combat Wildlife Crime for Conservation and Sustainable Use of Species in South Africa (target: Rhinoceros) NA Note: Disbursement data provided is cumulative and covers disbursement made by the project Agency.
Equity Fund for the Small Projects Independent Power Producer Procurement Programme (SP-IPPPP) NA Note: Disbursement data provided is cumulative and covers disbursement made by the project Agency.
C.A.P.E. Biodiversity Conservation and Sustainable Development Project NA Note: Disbursement data provided is cumulative and covers disbursement made by the project Agency.
Leapfrogging South Africa's Markets to High Efficiency LED Lighting and High Efficiency Distribution Transformers Accelerating South Africaâ€™s efforts to transition the economy to energy-efficient products, by a) developing South Africaâ€™s market for LEDs on the electricity demand-side, and b) developing South Africaâ€™s market for high-efficiency distribution transformers on the electricity supply-side, resulting in climate change mitigation, stable power supply and therefore economic development and improved energy access. Note: Disbursement data provided is cumulative and covers disbursement made by the project Agency.
Enabling South Africa to Prepare Its Third National Communication (3NC) and Biennial Update Report to the UNFCCC NA Note: Disbursement data provided is cumulative and covers disbursement made by the project Agency.
Shepherding Biodiversity Back into South Africaâ€™s Productive Landscapes NA Note: Disbursement data provided is cumulative and covers disbursement made by the project Agency.
National Grasslands Biodiversity Program NA Note: Disbursement data provided is cumulative and covers disbursement made by the project Agency.
Development, Empowerment and Conservation in the Greater St Lucia Wetland Park and Surrounding Region NA Note: Disbursement data provided is cumulative and covers disbursement made by the project Agency.
Reducing the Carbon Footprint of Major Sporting Events, FIFA 2010 and the implementation of the national greening programme in liaison with 2010 FIFA LOC NA Note: Disbursement data provided is cumulative and covers disbursement made by the project Agency.
Conservation of Globally Significant Biodiversity in Agricultural Landscapes through Conservation Farming NA Note: Disbursement data provided is cumulative and covers disbursement made by the project Agency.
Environmentally Sound Management and Disposal of PolyChlorinated Biphenyls[PCBS] in the Republic of South Africa To reduce and eliminate the use and releases of PCBs to the environment through development and implementation of the environmentally sound management (ESM) and disposal of PCBs and PCB-contaminated oil, equipment, and wastes in South Africa. Note: Disbursement data provided is cumulative and covers disbursement made by the project Agency.
Accelerating the shift towards electric mobility in South Africa Demonstrating and upscaling electric mobility in the public transport sector in South Africa. Note: Disbursement data provided is cumulative and covers disbursement made by the project Agency. Introduction of electric mobility in South Africa, at a significant scale, will open a new segment for locally produced vehicles. This will be especially true for the Bus Industry which has a minimum 80% localisation in bus body regulation applicable. In addition, pilot demonstrations will provide a pathway for vehicles to enter the market around the globe. Secondary market for lithium ion batteries and recycling Internal Combustion Engine (ICE) vehicles is expected to create employment opportunities in the community. It will also substantially reduce the dependency of import of raw materials for production of batteries and vehicles. The policy measures will ensure safety and health of the workers engaged in reuse and recycling of lithium ion batteries and ICE vehicles.  The widespread use of EV in public transportation is expected to help achieve various benefits including reduction of noise pollution, reduced traffic, etc. The transformation to EV system will result in public infrastructure and service cost savings, consumer savings and affordability – particularly savings targeting lower-income households. Increased safety and security, and improved mobility options for non-drivers too are expected benefits. Improved reliability of travel times for public transport will also contribute substantially to the attractiveness of living and the ease of doing business in urban areas.  Further, air quality will be improved due to reduction in emissions from pollution sources, arising from adoption of electric mobility, improved policies and enforcement of standards and regulations. Improved air quality will reduce adverse effects on health. It will substantially reduce financial impact on economy.
Best Environmental Practice in the Hosting of the World Summit on Sustainable Development NA Note: Disbursement data provided is cumulative and covers disbursement made by the project Agency.
Mainstreaming Biodiversity into Land Use Regulation and Management at the Municipal Scale NA Note: Disbursement data provided is cumulative and covers disbursement made by the project Agency.
Development of Value Chains for Products derived from Genetic Resources in Compliance with the Nagoya Protocol on Access and Benefit Sharing and the National Biodiversity Economy Strategy To strengthen value chains for products derived from genetic resources that contribute to the equitable sharing of benefits and the conservation of biodiversity, with a focus on bioprospecting of indigenous plant species. Note: Disbursement data provided is cumulative and covers disbursement made by the project Agency.
Programme Cooperation Agreement with Government of Uganda [Uganda] The ICCM Central Project aims to reduce under five child mortality by supporting the implementation of an effective and replicable community based treatment system for childhood malaria, pneumonia and diarrhea and newborn health (ICCM: Integrated Community Case Management), through  community volunteers known as Village Health Teams (VHTs). This project, funded by UNICEF,  runs initially for a two and a half year period from July 2010 until December 2012, although there is a possibility of extension. The project is to be carried out in eight districts in the Central region of Uganda, namely Wakiso, Mpigi, Butambala, Gomba, Masaka, Bukomansimbi, Lwengo and Kalungu. The project will be implemented through the Ministry of Health (MoH) structures at national, district and community levels, particularly the Maternal and Child Health Division (MCH), National Malaria Control Programme (NMCP), Health Education Division and District Health Teams.  [Uganda]
Programme Cooperation Agreement with Government of Uganda The ICCM Central Project aims to reduce under five child mortality by supporting the implementation of an effective and replicable community based treatment system for childhood malaria, pneumonia and diarrhea and newborn health (ICCM: Integrated Community Case Management), through  community volunteers known as Village Health Teams (VHTs). This project, funded by UNICEF,  runs initially for a two and a half year period from July 2010 until December 2012, although there is a possibility of extension. The project is to be carried out in eight districts in the Central region of Uganda, namely Wakiso, Mpigi, Butambala, Gomba, Masaka, Bukomansimbi, Lwengo and Kalungu. The project will be implemented through the Ministry of Health (MoH) structures at national, district and community levels, particularly the Maternal and Child Health Division (MCH), National Malaria Control Programme (NMCP), Health Education Division and District Health Teams.
I & M Bank Project The project aims to provide a loan to Investments and Mortgages Bank (Kenya) Limited (I&M or the bank) of up to $5 million to support the banks growing SME client base and export-oriented segment in Kenya. The proposed loan will have a six year maturity, with a one-year grace period.  IFC will also consider providing I&M with equity of up to $2 million to shore up the banks core capital.  The proceeds from the loan will enable I&M to better meet increasing demand from its SME client base.  I&M has also effectively targeted medium-sized corporate customers in the export segment. The bank has successfully grown this market niche, but is now faced with growth constraints due to a lack of suitably tenured, hard currency financing. The project would further foster competition in the local credit market, thus reducing costs for the private sector.  IFC financing will underscore the banks regional expansion strategy.    I&M has requested to participate in IFCs Global Trade Finance Program as an L/C issuer.  The trade facility will enable I&M to increase its limits with confirming banks based on an IFC guarantee. IFCs proposed exposure to I&M under the trade facility would be up to $5 million, with the final exposure to be maintained within policy determined levels.
Britam Kenya table, .k-table{ border-collapse:collapse; width:100%; table-layout:fixed; margin-bottom: 15px;} .k-table, .k-table td, table, table td {outline: 0;border: 1px solid #000; } .k-table td, table td { padding: 5px; }       The proposed investment consists of an equity investment of up to Kenya Shillings 3,553,375, 000 in newly issued common shares of Britam Holdings Limited (Britam or the Company) to support the Company (i) develop its local agency network, (ii) strengthen the capital base of its core subsidiaries in Kenya and its recently acquired subsidiaries outside of Kenya to meet new regulatory capital requirements, and (iii) support the integration of a new IT platform. Britam is a leading insurance and financial services group in East Africa with headquarters in Kenya and subsidiaries in Uganda, Tanzania, South Sudan, Rwanda, Mozambique and Malawi. The Company is also the largest shareholder in Housing Finance Group Ltd and one of the largest shareholders of Equity Group Holdings Ltd. -	Insurance Sector Development: The Company has been a pioneer in microinsurance reaching segments of the population which traditionally do not have insurance protection. Wider insurance coverage fosters (i) job creation, (ii) economic growth, and (iii) an increase in living standards.
-	Enabling Fund Accumulation and Allocation: Britam through its asset management business performs the role of a catalyst of long-term funds to profitable investment opportunities, thereby ensuring a more professional allocation of resources to profitable economic uses.
-	South-to-South Investments:  Britam plans to expand and invest into frontier markets such as the as DRC and Ethiopia and is in need of capital to strengthen its existing subsidiaries across Africa.  
-	Medical Insurance for Low Income Population:  In 2014, Britam launched a low income, microinsurance-type medical insurance policy, which contributed 20% to the Company's total medical insurance premiums, and this year the Company focuses on group micro health solutions.
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         Goodlife Holdings (Goodlife or the Company) is a leading branded retail pharmacy in East Africa which is seeking to raise capital to expand its store footprint from 32 stores today to over 100 stores. By doing so, Goodlife aims to increase the quality and availability of reliable pharmaceutical products in the region. Goodlife currently has a presence in Kenya and Uganda. The investment in Goodlife will provide access to quality pharmaceutical products for millions of emerging consumers in the East African region. It will further help to reduce and eventually eliminate the dominance of counterfeit and fake medicine in the market, which today dominates the regional industry. In addition, the investment in Goodlife will help to support the creation of local jobs, both in the construction and development of new stores, and through the training of skilled in-store professionals who will staff the new Goodlife outlets.
Lexo Energy Lexo Energy Kenya Limited and Lexo Energy Tanzania Limited (Lexo) are expanding and improving the efficiency of their network of service stations in Kenya and Tanzania between 2021 and 2022. The most significant expected project-level outcomes are (i) economywide effect, through value addition and job creation; and (ii) stakeholder effects through access to a broader mix of services available at service stations.
Twiga Foods Ltd. Established in 2014, Twiga Foods (Twiga or the Company) is a distributor of fresh fruits & vegetables and fast-moving consumer goods in Kenya. Through its unified digital platform and robust logistics network, the company efficiently connects farmers and retail vendors to increase the availability, affordability and accessibility of food. The company is an existing IFC Disruptive Technologies and Venture Capital group portfolio client (#41195). IFC is also currently offering advisory services to Twiga on food safety, agronomy, soil & water, and agri-finance through the Africa Food Safety Program (AS project #601759).   IFC is proposing to invest, through unfunded Risk Sharing Facilities (RSFs) with tier 1 commercial banks in Kenya, up to KES1.6 billion (US$15 million equivalent) for an aggregate portfolio of loans up to KES3.2 billion (US$30 million equivalent) to support the development of up to 300 irrigated medium-scale (>15ha) contract farmers (the Program). Complementing seasonal supply from Twigas existing ~19,500 smallholder supply base, the irrigated medium farms are expected to add stable year-round volume which would contribute to better food availability, affordability and quality in the markets Twiga serve. The RSFs will be scaled up in phases and the first phase will be implemented with KCB Bank Kenya Limited (KCB Kenya).  The Program will also be potentially supported with blended finance through the Global SME Finance  Facility (GSMEF) and the Women Entrepreneurs Finance Initiative (We-Fi) to de-risk the project and incentivize the Company to achieve significant growth in lending to medium scale farmers which are Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) including women SMEs (WSMEs).
Kenya Commercial Bank Limited The proposed engagement with KCB Group Limited (KCB or the Group) is aligned to IFCs strategy for the African financial sector. The Project is comprised of a $75 million loan facility to KCB to be on lent as Tier II qualifying subordinated debt. This investment is part of a US$250 million capital raising exercise by KCB to strengthen the Banks capital position in the context of the increased regulatory capital buffer requirements while supporting the bank as it expands into the SME segment and invests in alternative delivery channels to deepen financial inclusion. The Project is expected to have a high development impact in the following areas:   i.	Increasing access to finance and financial inclusion in existing markets and potentially into new markets in the East Africa region.  ii.	Supporting the development of financial markets by working with a regional banking group to develop very important products (housing, gender and MSME finance) that can materially contribute to economic growth.  iii.	Fostering sustainable financing through the E&S support that IFC continues to provide to KCB to become a leading champion and catalyst of sustainability in the financial system in the East Africa region.
Atlas Tower KE Atlas Tower Kenya (ATK or the Company) is an independent wireless infrastructure company in Kenya. The Company has invited IFC to provide a senior secured loan exposure of up to US$25.0 million to build new Build-to-Suit (BTS) towers to meet the network expansion requirements of mobile network operators in Kenya (the Project). IFCs interest in the Project is premised on supporting ATK to meet the densification requirements for 4G coverage and relieve congestion on macro sites in Kenya. IFCs investment promotes infrastructure sharing under open access and non-discriminatory basis. The Project is expected to increase capacity of mobile networks in Kenya, potentially resulting in improved access to quality mobile connectivity for individuals and businesses in Kenya, by rolling out new telecom towers that will be shared by mobile operators under open access and non-discriminatory basis. The Project is also expected to increase competitiveness of the market for mobile connectivity in Kenya. The Project involves the expansion of a challenger tower company and adds competitive pressure on other tower companies to up their game through business model innovation or price competition, thereby supporting a market-wide expansion of shared mobile infrastructure.
Thika IPP Project The project consists of the development, design, construction and operation of a Greenfield 87 MW Heavy Fuel Oil (HFO) diesel power plant on a 20 years Build-Own-Operate (BOO) basis in Thika, about 35 km from Nairobi, Kenya (the Project). The Project will have a 20 year Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with Kenya Power and Lighting Company (KPLC), the national transmission and distribution company.    The projects prime movers will be medium-speed reciprocating diesel engines, using HFO as primary fuel with supplemental firing of light fuel oil (LFO), and a steam turbine bottoming cycle. The plant configuration will consist of five 18V48/60 MAN diesel generating units with one MAN Model Marc2 C01 steam turbine driven generator (approximately 7 MW). The steam turbine is powered by steam produced using the waste heat of the five reciprocating engines. The net output of the project will be approximately 87 MW. The heat rate of the Project is improved as engine exhaust energy is used to generate steam for the steam turbine. The Project will be a significant step in assisting Kenya to achieve a more diversified energy mix and some stability to its power generation. It will contribute to the country''s installed capacity in thermal generation as hydropower is frequently negatively impacted by drought.     In addition, the Project presents a less expensive alternative to investments in emergency diesel fired plant and a strategic solution to Kenya''s medium term power needs.     The World Bank''s recently completed Africa Infrastructure Country Diagnostic found that the lack of adequate and reliable electricity supply is Kenya''s largest infrastructure challenge and a key constraint to economic growth (contributing to economic losses of up to 2% of GDP).