Foundation or philanthropic investor
Oxfam Novib
Oxfam Novib is a Dutch development organisation founded in 1956. It is a member of the Oxfam International confederation, a global network of independent NGOs working to alleviate poverty and injustice. Its investment strategy is focused on providing grants and support to partner organisations and communities in developing countries. The organisation's mission is to empower people to create sustainable livelihoods, respond to humanitarian crises, and advocate for social and economic justice. Oxfam Novib uses its funds to support programmes in areas such as food security, gender equality, and climate change, with a particular emphasis on helping communities build resilience and stand up for their rights.
Investment focus
- Sectors
- Financial servicesAgriculture and foodConsumerEnergy and powerSMEs
- Stages and strategies
- GrowthFund investmentsPrivate credit
- Regions
- Northern Africa, Eastern Africa, Western Africa, Central Africa, Southern Africa
Fund commitments
Sources
- Partner Researchers, accessed 14 November 2026
- https://techpoint.africa/news/goodwell-and-oxfam-novib-launch-21-7m-fund/, techpoint.africa. Accessed 14 November 2026.