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June 12, 2025

Exclusive: Octopus Energy deepens its focus on Africa with first tech investment

Octopus has a team of four working on acquisitions and investments. 

Freya Pratty

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London-based Octopus Energy, which has grown to become the UK’s largest energy supplier and a significant M&A actor, has made its first tech investment focused on Africa, as the company continues to spread its tentacles to new geographies. 

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Freya Pratty

Freya Pratty is a senior reporter and investigations lead at Sifted. Follow her on X , LinkedIn and Bluesky

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