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BII is the UK’s development finance institution. We help solve the biggest global development challenges by investing patient, flexible capital to support private sector growth and innovation in some of the most challenging markets.

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British International Investment @britishintinv.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
East Africa's e-mobility transition needs skilled engineers and diverse perspectives. Hear from Rhoda Moyo on her journey at ARC Ride and why women engineers are helping shape the future of cleaner transport. #EMobility #WomenInEngineering #EastAfrica #STEM #ImpactInAction
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British International Investment @britishintinv.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
Scaling battery-swapping networks requires significant investment, says Dodai's Samuel Tariku. Explore how East African businesses are building the future of urban transport in our latest long-read. www.bii.co.uk/en/news-insi... #ImpactInAction #EMobility #EnergyTransition #ClimateFinance
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British International Investment @britishintinv.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
ARC Ride’s Lead Mechanical Engineer, Rhoda Mboya, shares her experience working in East Africa’s growing e-mobility sector. Read the full story via the link in the comments. #ImpactInAction #WomenInEngineering #EMobility #EastAfrica www.bii.co.uk/en/news-insi...
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British International Investment @britishintinv.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
As a founding member of @2X Global, BII has helped drive over $3.5bn in 2X-qualified investments since 2018. In this video, CEO Leslie Maasdorp reflects on the 2X Challenge' progress and why investing in women remains central to delivering impact. #2XSummit #ImpactInAction #GenderLensInvesting
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British International Investment @britishintinv.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
Electric mobility is no longer just a future opportunity. Across East Africa, businesses are building practical solutions for the transport challenges of today. Read the story: www.bii.co.uk/en/news-insi...
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British International Investment @britishintinv.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
What if one of the world's most exciting e-mobility stories is unfolding in East Africa? Our latest long-read explores the businesses, technologies and innovations reshaping urban transport across the region. Read more: www.bii.co.uk/en/news-insi... #ImpactInAction
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Electricity driving the future of urban transportation in East Africa - British International Investment
Our e-mobility investments in East Africa View the story Skip to main content Electricity driving the future of urban transportation...
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British International Investment @britishintinv.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
See how Fay International is creating opportunities for women across its workforce and value chain, and why stories like this matter as we head to the 2X Global Summit 2026. #2XGlobalSummit #InvestingInWomen #ImpactInvesting #GenderEquality #ImpactInAction
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British International Investment @britishintinv.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
We are proud to partner with the 2X Global Summit 2026 Together with the 2X community, we're helping advance gender-smart capital and close the global gender financing gap. www.2xglobal.org/2x-global-su... #2XGlobalSummit #GenderLensInvesting #ImpactInvesting #ImpactInAction
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British International Investment @britishintinv.bsky.social · 22/07/2026
Congratulations to M-KOPA on reaching 10 million customers. This milestone reflects the power of innovative, customer-focused business models to expand access to finance and essential products at scale. Here's to the next 10 million customers. #ImpactInvesting #FinancialInclusion #Partnerships
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British International Investment @britishintinv.bsky.social · 14/07/2026
Private capital is vital to the energy transition. Our partnership with EAAIF, managed by Ninety One, is helping scale renewable energy in India through Blueleaf Energy, supporting clean power generation and emissions reduction. #Climate #ImpactInAction #DevelopmentFinance
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British International Investment @britishintinv.bsky.social · 12/07/2026
In The Telegraph, MD and Head of Infrastructure and Climate, Holger Rothenbusch, discusses how renewable energy is expanding access to power across Africa and why affordable capital and supportive regulation are key to scaling investment. www.telegraph.co.uk/global-healt... #ClimateFinance #Africa
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British International Investment @britishintinv.bsky.social · 12/07/2026
Mobilising capital for Asia’s energy transition requires new approaches. MD and Head of Asia, Srini Nagarajan, spoke to The Straits Times about Singapore’s FAST-P initiative and unlocking investment for renewable energy and climate infrastructure. www.straitstimes.com/singapore/en...
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British International Investment @britishintinv.bsky.social · 02/07/2026
Climate change is reshaping economies, livelihoods and development prospects across the countries where we invest. This video highlights how BII is delivering impact for the planet. Learn more here: ar2025.bii.co.uk/the-planet-i... #BII #ImpactInAction #AnnualReview #DevelopmentFinance
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British International Investment @britishintinv.bsky.social · 30/06/2026
See how BII is investing in businesses that create jobs, expand essential services, and unlock opportunity across emerging markets. Watch and explore Growth In Action: lnkd.in/eTyW4Nsw #BII #ImpactInAction #AnnualReview #InclusiveGrowth #DevelopmentFinance #Africa #Asia
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British International Investment @britishintinv.bsky.social · 26/06/2026
Our 2025 Annual Review is now live. Discover how BII is delivering impact through long-term investment, strong partnerships and mobilising private capital where it is needed most. Explore the full review here: ar2025.bii.co.uk #BII #ImpactInAction #DevelopmentFinance #ClimateFinance #Africa #Asia
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British International Investment @britishintinv.bsky.social · 26/06/2026
Join us NOW for the launch of our Annual Review. Watch live NOW on YouTube: lnkd.in/epwH_BZe Explore the full review: ar2025.bii.co.uk #BII #ImpactInAction #AnnualReview #InvestingForImpact #DevelopmentFinance #ClimateFinance #InclusiveGrowth #Africa #Asia
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British International Investment @britishintinv.bsky.social · 15/06/2026
We are excited to be at this year’s Africa Energy Forum in Cape Town (16–19 June). The BII team will be contributing to a number of leadership discussions and sessions. #BII #AEF2026 #RenewableEnergy #ImpactInAction #AfricaRising
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British International Investment @britishintinv.bsky.social · 12/06/2026
“Climate action helps businesses reduce costs, build resilience, unlock new markets and create jobs.” At LCAW, Nicola Mustetea, Director and Head of Climate, shares how BII is supporting climate solutions across emerging markets. Follow for more insights from #LCAW
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British International Investment @britishintinv.bsky.social · 12/06/2026
Climate action in emerging markets is critical to global progress. We are mobilising private capital, scaling solutions and supporting sustainable growth across Africa and Asia. Follow our updates during #LCAW2026 to see how investment is driving real climate impact. #ClimateFinance #BII
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British International Investment @britishintinv.bsky.social · 03/06/2026
Across Africa, one word can carry many meanings, shaped by language, culture and lived experience. Dieu-Donne Gameli, CFA discusses 'resilience' from an Ewe perspective. #AfricaDay #BII #ImpactInAction #Africa #Diversity #Inclusion #AfricaRising
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British International Investment @britishintinv.bsky.social · 03/06/2026
Many African cultures have a shared understanding of connection and collective responsibility. In this video Inge Schneider reflects on the South African philosophy of Ubuntu meaning “I am because we are” and how it shapes the way we work at BII. #BII #ImpactInAction #ImpactInvesting
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British International Investment @britishintinv.bsky.social · 03/06/2026
Fatima Jimanate Umar-Obubo, an Umoja Works member, reflects on the Hausa phrase “Kasuwa mai Tasowa” meaning a market that is emerging or becoming. Rather than focusing on what markets lack, this perspective centres on what is possible. #BII #ImpactInAction #FrontierMarkets #ImpactInvesting
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British International Investment @britishintinv.bsky.social · 03/06/2026
Nadia El-Tawil shares the Arabic understanding of impact as something that creates lasting change. It’s a perspective that reflects how we work at BII, investing in businesses that create jobs, strengthen essential services and expand opportunity. #BII #ImpactInAction #ImpactInvesting #Africa
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British International Investment @britishintinv.bsky.social · 03/06/2026
This Spotlight is from Vivianne Infante, Coverage Director – Ethiopia, DRC and ARIA Lead. Vivianne shares insights on the DRC, a key Frontier Market where BII is investing to support a more balanced, resilient economy. Listen to her perspective. #BII #ImpactInAction #FrontierMarkets #EconomicGrowth
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British International Investment @britishintinv.bsky.social · 02/06/2026
South-East Asia is a major driver of energy demand. Closing the green transition gap needs earlier, higher-risk capital. We’re committing $30m to MAS’s FAST-P, supporting BlackRock/GIP to crowd in private capital and drive decarbonisation. Read more: lnkd.in/ekDuA-V4 #BII #ImpactInAction
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British International Investment @britishintinv.bsky.social · 02/06/2026
Fintech is rapidly emerging as a way to expand financial inclusion in low- and middle-income countries. How do the fintechs we support through our VC portfolio impact the financial inclusion of underserved customers? Learn more here: lnkd.in/eveZd2y3 #BII #ImpactInAction #FinacialInclusion
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British International Investment @britishintinv.bsky.social · 02/06/2026
At least 25% of our investments go to the world’s least developed countries. We’re committing $25m to Laxmi Sunrise Bank to expand finance for MSMEs in Nepal, especially women-led businesses, supporting jobs and a more inclusive private sector. Read more: lnkd.in/dXTcye_V #BII #ImpactInAction
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British International Investment @britishintinv.bsky.social · 02/06/2026
Africa still has ~600m people without electricity. Distributed renewables like small hydropower can help close the gap. We’re committing $20m to Anzana Electric Group to scale projects across East, Central & Southern Africa, supporting 10MW capacity by 2030. lnkd.in/dmHj6vFv #BII #RenewableEnergy
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British International Investment @britishintinv.bsky.social · 23/04/2026
We are live!!! www.youtube.com/live/GSmPftf... Hear from Leslie Maasdorp (CEO) and Diana Layfield (Chair), with a special address from Baroness Jenny Chapman, UK Minister for Development.
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British International Investment @britishintinv.bsky.social · 23/04/2026
The world around us is changing, and how we deliver our mission must evolve. We’re marking the launch of our 2026-31 strategy. Watch the launch event live on YouTube: lnkd.in/ePTTTTDj or read the headlines here: lnkd.in/ecdi8Tbr #BII #ImapctInAction
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British International Investment @britishintinv.bsky.social · 14/04/2026
At the World Bank spring meetings we will be engaging in some insightful conversations, exploring solutions and working towards the future.
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Devex @devex.com · 13/04/2026
Leslie Maasdorp, CEO of @britishintinv.bsky.social, will participate in a panel that will explore the emerging playbook for financing Africa’s growth.
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Paddy Carter @paddycarter.bsky.social · 26/02/2026
I think @britishintinv.bsky.social can take some credit for this. Not only did we back pioneering generation and storage, we're also working on market development, the first energy trading co. and secondary vehicle (details below)
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British International Investment @britishintinv.bsky.social · 04/03/2026
International Women’s Day is coming up, and we will be sharing stories that highlight our work to advance gender equality and celebrate the women driving impact across our portfolio and organisation. #BII #InternationalWomensDay #GenderEquality #InvestingForImpact
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British International Investment @britishintinv.bsky.social · 03/03/2026
Ndaba Mpofu joins Michael Avery and Tshepo Ntsane on RMB’s Sustainability Talks to discuss how transition finance can drive decarbonisation across South Africa’s hardest‑to‑abate sectors. Watch the episode here: youtu.be/Ad_KmRmaepk?... #TransitionFinance #SustainableFinance #BII #EmergingMarkets
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Sustainability Talks - Transition Finance
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British International Investment @britishintinv.bsky.social · 03/03/2026
New in our Future of Development Finance series: Lord Malloch Brown shares reflections on global cooperation and the role of DFIs in today’s shared challenges. youtube.com/shorts/EiVrf... #BII #FutureOfDevelopmentFinance #DevelopmentFinance
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Lord Malloch Brown - The future of development finance
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Wilton Park @wiltonpark.bsky.social · 16/12/2025
🗨️ 'We are at a moment where public finance is scarce in many countries.' @hanspeterlankes.bsky.social discusses the growing importance of the private sector to international development finance. 🤝 @britishintinv.bsky.social I @UK FCDO #development #developmentfinance
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British International Investment @britishintinv.bsky.social · 08/12/2025
Tune in to our Impact= event as we discuss the role of mobilisation in addressing the climate emergency www.youtube.com/watch?v=ALAm...
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British International Investment @britishintinv.bsky.social · 04/12/2025
Profitability isn’t enough, businesses must be inclusive and sustainable. But in many emerging markets, “impact” is still misunderstood. Watch our webinar to unpack what impact really means and how to build models that leave no one behind: youtu.be/r8wx_71EWyA?... #Impact #InclusiveGrowth
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The Future is Productive and Inclusive
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Wilton Park @wiltonpark.bsky.social · 01/12/2025
🌏 Thanks to all who joined us last week for our dialogue discussing key trends & opportunities for innovation in development finance. The event aimed to advance UK investment in climate and deepen partnerships in frontier markets. 🤝 @britishintinv.bsky.social I UK FCDO #Development
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British International Investment @britishintinv.bsky.social · 06/11/2025
Celebrating Earthshot Prize season with a shoutout to S4S Technologies, a BII investee via Chiratae Ventures. Their solar dryers help Indian farmers cut crop waste and boost incomes. Smart, sustainable impact. #EarthshotPrize #AgriTech #Impact
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British International Investment @britishintinv.bsky.social · 04/11/2025
“We are changing the entire nature of the development finance industry. It's about fixing the plumbing of how we work together, it's about harmonizing our policies.” — British International Investment CEO Leslie Maasdorp from Semafor’s World Economy Summit Studio
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British International Investment @britishintinv.bsky.social · 04/11/2025
Over the coming weeks of #COP30, we’ll share a series of stories and insights, including video diaries from our CEO Leslie Maasdorp, case studies from our climate portfolio, thought-provoking data points, and a special digital newsletter highlighting how BII is investing for impact.
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British International Investment @britishintinv.bsky.social · 17/10/2025
We've signed an MoU with FinDev Canada. We aim to: - Collaborate on joint transactions of up to $100 million, with a goal to mobilise up to $500 million in private capital. - lowering barriers for private investors and drive capital toward sustainable development. Learn more here: lnkd.in/ew2Vt5B6
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British International Investment @britishintinv.bsky.social · 16/10/2025
Institutional investors manage trillions globally but too little reaches low and middle-income countries. Our latest independent report under the FCDO–BII Evaluation and Learning Programme offers practical insights on how DFIs can scale mobilisation. Read the report: lnkd.in/ehsPGY8s
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ImpactAlpha @impactalpha.com · 30/09/2025
Bill Maasdorp of @britishintinv.bsky.social shares the organization’s five-year strategy in today’s “ImpactAlpha LP/GP” newsletter. 🎧 Listen to the Agents of Impact podcast. impactalpha.com/bii-wants-to...
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British International Investment @britishintinv.bsky.social · 30/09/2025
🌍 Shape the Future with Impact! 🌍 Applications open for our Investment & Impact Graduate Analyst Programme! Gain hands-on experience, travel to countries we invest in, and help drive real change. Watch Ruby Palmer’s video for a glimpse. *UK-based programme. Africa-based programme coming soon
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Paddy Carter @paddycarter.bsky.social · 12/09/2025
new @britishintinv.bsky.social report about (the absence of) international corporate bonds from sub-Saharan Africa, and how getting that market going would make getting foreign capital into the continent a whole lot easier: www.bii.co.uk/en/news-insi...
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A mobilisation machine: International corporate bonds in sub-Saharan Africa - British International Investment
Foreign investment in African economies is hampered by a mismatch between what the asset managers that control the largest pools...
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Paddy Carter @paddycarter.bsky.social · 23/09/2025
Applications for @britishintinv.bsky.social graduate programme open on 29 Sept www.bii.co.uk/en/careers/f...
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Future talent opportunities - British International Investment
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British International Investment @britishintinv.bsky.social · 19/08/2025
The UK and Japan can unlock Africa’s green and digital transformation by combining capital. Read more here: tinyurl.com/4w3s7kyv #Africa #Investment #Innovation #UKJapanAfrica
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