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We are an East African fund that invests in the transformative social and economic potential of the creative economy sector in the East African region.
Since 2013, HEVA has innovated financial models specifically for the East African creative economy and has invested in more than 20 creative businesses in the fashion, digital content, crafts and decor value chains.
From Nairobi, Kampala, Kigali, Arusha, Lamu to Dar es Salaam, the creative sector is where the creation of new products and new cultural experiences is happening. We want to be in the forefront of helping producers of cultural goods and services to build high-value, profitable businesses where new ideas will come to life, and where the highest potential for great profits, great jobs and happy people will be found.
Since 2013, HEVA has innovated financial models specifically for the East African creative economy and has invested in more than 20 creative businesses in the fashion, digital content, crafts and decor value chains.
From Nairobi, Kampala, Kigali, Arusha, Lamu to Dar es Salaam, the creative sector is where the creation of new products and new cultural experiences is happening. We want to be in the forefront of helping producers of cultural goods and services to build high-value, profitable businesses where new ideas will come to life, and where the highest potential for great profits, great jobs and happy people will be found.
Overview
Location
Kenya, Nairobi
Employees
11-50
Phone
+254 20 4400870
Founded date
2013
Mentions in press and media 5
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| Nov 15, 2021 | Lights, Camera … Investment? Supporting Growth in Africa's Creative Industries | By Jason Hopps What do Disney's The Lion King and a water bottle have in common? Both served to inspire African animation star Hamid Ibrahim, the 28-year-old Ugandan chief creative officer of Kugali Media, one of Africa's premier entertainm... |
| Dec 4, 2017 | Top startup events in South Africa, Africa you should know about this week [04/12/2017] | Looking to get into the South African startup scene or catch up on some of your skills? Well, you’ve come to the right place. There are loads of competitions, networking sessions and workshops happening around South Africa and the rest of t... |
| Dec 4, 2017 | Top startup events in South Africa, Africa you should know about this week [04/12/2017] | Looking to get into the South African startup scene or catch up on some of your skills? Well, you’ve come to the right place. There are loads of competitions, networking sessions and workshops happening around South Africa and the rest of t... |
| Policymakers must nurture Africa’s creative economy | From nuns to nurses, MPs and construction workers to celebrities, the South African hit Jerusalema has millions of people across the world tapping their feet. The dance challenge has been endorsed by presidents and for a time topped the lis... |
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FAQ about HEVA Fund
When was HEVA Fund founded?
HEVA Fund was founded in 2013.
What has the press written about HEVA Fund?
Parsers VC has collected 5 articles mentioning HEVA Fund, among them “Lights, Camera … Investment? Supporting Growth in Africa's Creative Industries” (Nov 15, 2021) and “Top startup events in South Africa, Africa you should know about this week [04/12/2017]” (Dec 4, 2017).
Is HEVA Fund still active?
Yes, HEVA Fund is active; its latest activity on Parsers VC dates from May 11, 2022.