Verod Capital Releases 2024 Impact Report: Advancing Gender Equity, Job Creation, and Climate Action in African Private Equity

Verod Capital, has published its 2024 Impact Report, detailing meaningful progress across its core impact pillars: gender equity, quality job creation, and climate action.

In a year where sustainable investment remained in the spotlight, Verod Capital reaffirmed its leadership in embedding environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles into private equity investing in Africa.

Key Milestones from 2024:

1. First private equity fund globally to receive a ‘Best-in-Class’ 2X Global Certification under its Fund III
2. Launched a Gender Action Plan in partnership with Medplus Pharmacy to improve career development and training for women
3. Introduced the People Practice Handbook to enhance fair labour practices and career growth across portfolio companies
4. Supported companies like Emzor Pharmaceutical and Pan African Towers with technical assistance for carbon footprint reduction
5. Integrated climate action as a core pillar of its investment strategy, shifting from risk management to long-term value creation

Looking ahead, Verod Capital is poised to launch Fund IV, with a sharper focus on climate solutions and an expanded footprint into Francophone West Africa, underscoring its commitment to scalable and sustainable investment.

Verod’s 2024 Impact Report reflects a vision where sustainable growth and inclusive development work hand in hand, demonstrating the transformative potential of intentional private capital.

To explore Verod Capital’s full impact journey, access the 2024 Impact Report [here].