DOB Equity Invests in SPOUTS International, a Leading Clean Water Solutions Provider in East Africa.
January 15, 2025 – Nairobi, Kenya
DOB Equity, an impact investment fund based in East Africa, is thrilled to announce its investment in Spouts International (“Spouts”), an East African company enabling access to clean water through its locally-manufactured ceramic water filters under the brand name Purifaaya. These filters offer a safe, affordable and eco-friendly solution for clean drinking water, eliminating the need for traditional boiling methods that are harmful to the environment.
The Purifaaya filters, made from locally sourced materials, use advanced ceramic filtration technology and are designed to be simple and accessible for everyday use. By eliminating the need to boil water, they address critical health and environmental challenges, including:
Indoor air pollution caused by firewood or charcoal used for boiling water, which is a leading cause of respiratory illnesses.
Deforestation from the unsustainable harvesting of wood for fuel.
High carbon emissions from traditional boiling methods.
By enabling communities to reduce their carbon footprint, Spouts is able to provide high quality, verified carbon credits, which, together with commercial filter sales, transforms the way clean water is accessed in underserved communities.
This investment in Spouts aligns with DOB Equity’s renewed focus on sustainable water solutions, as part of its broader strategy supporting sustainable food systems, energy and water and sanitation services across East Africa. This funding will enable Spouts to scale its manufacturing capacity, strengthen distribution networks, and expand its reach across East Africa. Since its inception, the company has distributed close to 300,000 filters, benefiting close to two million people while eliminating over 1.5 million tons of carbon emissions.
“Spouts marks our first investment under DOB Equity’s new strategy, falling specifically under our “Water” Pillar. Spouts fully aligns with our mission to support scalable, local innovations that have clear social impact to the underserved and supports these communities to better adapt to the negative impacts of climate change. We are glad to have found a company in the water sector that not only achieves significant impact by providing clean drinking water but also demonstrates financial viability through its innovative business model. With less than 25% of East Africa’s population having access to reliable safe drinking water, the need for solutions like Purifaaya filters is urgent. By addressing both health and environmental issues, Spouts is driving transformative change in the region and setting a benchmark for sustainable impact.” Karen Serem Waithaka, CEO, DOB.
“Our team is excited to work together with DOB Equity in Spouts’ next phase of growth and impact. DOB and Spouts’ missions were aligned since the early stages and we are looking forward to providing millions of additional families with long-term access to safe drinking water, together.” Daniel Yin, CEO, Spouts.
About DOB Equity
DOB Equity is a Kenya-based impact investment fund dedicated to empowering transformative businesses across East Africa. With a renewed focus on sustainable food systems, energy and water and sanitation services, DOB Equity supports innovative enterprises that deliver measurable social, environmental, and economic impact.
Currently, the fund’s diverse portfolio includes 25 high-impact companies driving sustainable growth and resilience in the region. Beyond providing financing options such as equity and equity-like instruments, DOB Equity offers access to networks, governance and strategic guidance, enabling local entrepreneurs to scale their businesses and maximize their impact.
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Victoria Musembi
DOB Equity
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