Big problems create big opportunities. True innovation happens when we tackle challenges that impact all of us in our daily lives. By focusing on sectors that shape our everyday experiences, we aim to drive long-term, sustainable change. That’s why we invest in Logistics,ICT , and Food Solutions – three areas where innovation can make a real, large-scale impact.
Our portfolio currently includes two companies solving major everyday challenges.
We invest in big solutions.
Africa has a population where almost everyone uses mobile phone numbers, but there is a lack of a well-developed postal system, which creates significant daily challenges for people.
That’s why we invest in solutions that address this issue. Our portfolio company, MPost, converts mobile phone numbers into postal addresses, allowing users without physical addresses to receive mail and packages smoothly. By bridging the infrastructure gap, MPost improves access to postal services and supports the growth of e-commerce across Africa.
Roam Electric develops electric motorcycles tailored to Africa's needs, where motorcycles are the primary mode of transport. Their sustainable and cost-effective solutions drive cleaner and more efficient mobility across the region.
By offering electric alternatives, Roam Electric helps reduce emissions and makes transport more accessible and affordable for people in Africa. Their innovation plays a key role in shaping the future of transportation on the continent.
In 2023, Sabuni & Partners screened 150 investment possibilities, narrowing down to 10 through virtual evaluation. After an on-sight evaluation in Kenya Mpost emerged as a standout. Mpost has patented digital addressing technology turning cell phone number into a formal postal address linked to a postal box. Emerging from the heart of African ingenuity, this enterprise provides a dynamic solution to an everyday challenge faced by many across the continent. Guided by Thomas Sonesson and spearheaded by CEO Twahir Mohamed, Mpost exemplifies our commitment to fostering scalable, impactful solutions.
Joe Frans
Executive director
In Nairobi, our team's adept use of social networks, amplified by Thomas Sonesson's widespread connections, led us to Roam Electric. The serendipitous connection through a Linköping University student revealed that a co-founder was closely linked to Thomas’s network. What began as a routine visit transformed into a strategic opportunity when we discovered Roam's need for a partner with strong Swedish and European ties. Sabuni & Partners bridged this gap, providing Roam with the local presence and international scope essential for their growth.
Thomas Sonesson
Partner
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