Development finance institution

DEG

Checked against official source Last checked 14 November 2026

Germany’s development finance institution for the private sector, part of the KfW Group.

Africa mandate and approach

Finances private companies in developing and emerging markets through loans, equity and mezzanine, and invests in funds.

Investment focus

Sectors: Financial services Manufacturing and industrials Energy and power Agriculture and food Infrastructure
Stages and strategies: GrowthFund investmentsPrivate credit
Instruments: EquityDebtMezzanine
Regions: Africa-wide

Sources

DEG official website, www.deginvest.de. Accessed 14 November 2026; link checked 14 November 2026.