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January 29, 2026

Swedfund invests to support Ukraine’s innovation and economic resilience

Swedfund invests EUR 3.5 million to support Ukrainian technology companies through Ukraine Phoenix Tech Fund. The investment aims to strengthen innovation, safeguard skilled jobs and support economic resilience in Ukraine amid the ongoing war.

January 29, 2026

Swedfund invests EUR 20 million in critical infrastructure to support Ukraine’s recovery and energy security

Swedfund invests EUR 20 million in Amber Dragon Ukraine Infrastructure Fund I to support Ukraine’s recovery and strengthen energy security. The investment targets renewable energy, logistics and digital infrastructure, critical services for economic activity, public services, and daily life in a country deeply affected by war.

December 17, 2025

Swedfund invests USD 20 million to drive climate action and green business growth in Africa

Swedfund is investing USD 20 million in the Helios Climate, Energy, Adaptation and Resilience (CLEAR) Fund to support efforts that limit climate change and help communities adapt to its effects. The fund backs African companies that reduce emissions, strengthen resilience and create green jobs.

October 30, 2025

Swedfund continues to support women’s economic empowerment across rural India

Swedfund invests USD 20 million as a loan to India’s leading microfinance institution CreditAccess Grameen Ltd. The loan will contribute to empowering primarily low-income women across India, largely in rural areas, to participate in the economy. This in turn will spur job creation and local development.

How our investments and projects conribute to Agenda 2030

We make investments in the private sector and fund feasibility studies through the Project Accelerator, which targets the public sector in developing countries.

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Swedfund strengthens Ukraine’s economy through new investments
Swedfund is investing more than EUR 50 million in Ukraine through four investment platforms to strengthen the country’s economic resilience. The investments target infrastructure, digitalisation, innovation, and companies operating in sectors of critical societal importance.
Swedfund invests to support critical sectors for Ukraine’s reconstruction
Swedfund invests EUR 20 million in Horizon Capital Catalyst Fund (HCCF), a new platform targeting critical sectors for Ukraine’s reconstruction, including renewable energy, industry and digital infrastructure. The investment reflects Swedfund’s continued commitment to strengthening the resilience and recovery of Ukraine’s private sector.
Swedfund invests in MSME growth and climate action in Vietnam
Swedfund invests in Vietnamese EVF General Finance JSC (EVF) through a loan of up to USD 20 million. EVF is a financial services provider for Micro-, Small- and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs). The loan will support access to capital for these companies, and parts of the proceeds are earmarked for climate action and women owned enterprises.