Who We Are
Emerge Fund
— is an impact acceleration fund investing in early-stage and high-growth potential enterprises through flexible debt financing solutions.
We are a community of sustainable entrepreneurs that grows and thrives together. Let’s Emerge and Thrive!
Our Vision
Our vision at Emerge Fund is to be a catalyst for sustainable entrepreneurship in Malawi and Beyond.
Founded in 2024, Emerge Fund, a subsidiary of Emerge Livelihoods, amplifies Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) to attain their highest potential transitioning from early stage to high growth through enhanced access to resources.
With a growing demand for tailor-made solutions in financing, we are not just an investment partner but rather an accountability partner for entrepreneurs to track their milestones and adapt to diverse challenges encountered including climate shocks.
Malawi needs thriving enterprises now more than ever and by 2029, we will be serving more than 2000 high-impact enterprises creating a positive and meaningful impact in job creation and livelihoods, climate adaptation, and resilience efforts on the continent.
Core Values
Emerge Fund fosters diversity and inclusivity bringing on board a dynamic and experienced team connected by a core set of values that guide our service to communities and drive meaningful socio-economic transformation.
Innovate
We encourage new and creative ideas. Co-creation is at the center of our minds.
Collaborative
We believe in building meaningful partnerships. Together we can do more.
Passionate
We believe in community that adopts strong belief for diverse causes.
Visionary
We think beyond today and promote sustainable futures.
Inclusive
We promote an environment for everyone to feel a sense of belonging and participate fully.
Resilient
We challenge our experiences including withstanding the most challenging encounters.
Meet the Team
Our Leadership
The Emerge Fund team demonstrates a passion for championing equitable access to financial resources for small businesses to attain their highest potential.
Board of Directors
Richard Chongo
Country Director, Opportunity International Limited
Veronica Nkhoma Gumbo
Risk Management Specialist, Export Development Fund
Henry Sauzande
Chief Technology Officer and Co-Founder, Angle Dimension
Wangiwe Joanna Kambuzi
Founder and Managing Director, Emerge Livelihoods
Advisory Board
Julius N’goma
National Coordinator, CISONECC
Conceptor Bamusi Kachoka
Regional Manager-South, TEVETA
William Chibwe Jr
Managing Partner, John Tennyson and Associates
Björn Macauter
General Manager, Ondernemers voor Ondernemers vzw
Investment Committee
To be added soon.
Fund for Livelihoods
The Emerge Brands
Emerge Fund is a subsidiary of Emerge Livelihoods, formally known as Mzuzu E-Hub, a non-profit organization fostering socio-economic growth for communities through transformative solutions leveraging technology, promoting inclusivity and collaboration.
Emerge Livelihoods envisions a thriving ecosystem that amplifies the self-reliance of individuals and communities across Malawi and beyond. Our brand visualizes stability, renewal, and support in our commitment to serving people and businesses.
We believe when communities rise and EMERGE, they THRIVE.