The global economy is becoming increasingly digital. But digital services are not reaching everyone equitably. Digital transformation can also meet some of the world’s biggest challenges, from addressing inequality to tackling climate change.
We invest to help improve digital infrastructure, as this is the critical foundation on which other technology-driven businesses can be built. For example, in 2024, we invested in Sonatel, Senegal’s largest telecommunications operator, to improve essential telecoms infrastructure, particularly in rural areas (see case study).
We also know that the entrepreneurial zeal of digital transformation can help deliver significant impact. Our investments harness digital innovation to have a positive impact on the planet – from businesses that are accelerating climate innovation to those helping agriculture to adapt to a changing climate. They also have a positive impact on people’s lives – from enabling small businesses to reach more customers to delivering essential services and goods at the lowest possible cost. For example, our investment in M-KOPA, a leading digital finance platform, is combining technology with flexible finance and, in 2024, reached over 5 million underserved customers across Africa (see case study).
We also know that the entrepreneurial zeal of digital transformation can help deliver significant impact.”