BII Invests $4M in SunCulture Kenya

February 27, 2025 • Estimated Reading Time: 1 minute

Key Figures & Findings: British International Investment (BII) has committed an additional $4 million to SunCulture, a Kenyan company specializing in solar-powered irrigation systems. The funding aims to expand financial accessibility for smallholder farmers and scale an innovative carbon financing initiative. Since 2023, BII has helped SunCulture distribute 9,000 solar irrigation systems across Kenya, enhancing climate resilience and agricultural productivity.

Statistics & Insights: The new investment is expected to benefit 16,000 farmers, making solar-powered irrigation more affordable. The carbon financing model will also attract private-sector investment, accelerating the adoption of clean energy in agriculture.

Future Implications: If successful, this initiative could drive wider adoption of solar irrigation across Africa, reducing reliance on diesel pumps and cutting carbon emissions. By 2027, such models may reshape agricultural financing in emerging markets.