Agriarche, a Nigerian agri-tech company founded in 2020, has secured funding from Sahara Impact Ventures to expand its operations and strengthen agricultural value chains across the country. The financial terms of the deal were not disclosed.
With offices in Abuja and Lagos, Agriarche develops technology-driven solutions for farmers and agribusinesses, covering crop production, processing, and distribution.
The company’s model emphasizes improving food security, enhancing efficiency, and supporting sustainable practices within Nigeria’s agricultural sector.
Sahara Impact Ventures, which backs businesses that generate measurable social and environmental benefits alongside financial returns, said its investment will enable Agriarche to scale its operations and reach more stakeholders in the agricultural ecosystem.
The firm has a particular focus on ventures that drive inclusive growth and impact across West Africa.
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Agriculture is a cornerstone of Nigeria’s economy, employing millions and contributing significantly to GDP. Yet the sector continues to face persistent challenges such as fragmented supply chains, low productivity, and limited access to finance.
Agriarche aims to bridge these gaps by leveraging technology to support farmers and agribusinesses, while also creating jobs and building resilience against climate-related pressures.
The deal highlights the growing role of impact-focused investors in African agri-tech.
By combining financial backing with a social mission, firms like Sahara Impact Ventures are increasingly channeling capital into ventures that can deliver both scale and impact.
For Agriarche, the new partnership represents an opportunity to accelerate its growth and contribute to the transformation of Nigeria’s food systems.