# Zimi Charge Pty.

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/zimi-charge-pty

- Industry: Energy Storage & Batteries
- Headquarters: Stellenbosch, South Africa
- Website: www.zimicharge.com
- Total disclosed funding: $1.7M
- Latest round: Series A (Sep 30, 2025)
- Investors on record: 2

## About

Zimi Charge Pty. Ltd., based in South Africa, specializes in electric vehicle (EV) charging solutions and energy management, catering to various sectors including logistics and private fleets. Founded in 2021 in Stellenbosch, South Africa, Zimi Charge Pty. Ltd. provides innovative EV charging infrastructure. The company was co-founded by Michael Maas and Stefan Nel. In September 2025, Zimi Charge Pty. Ltd. raised USD 1.74 million in series A funding led by Development Bank of Southern Africa, with participation from Keyo Ventures. The round was part of larger USD 3.5 million series A, Venture Debt and grant funding. Zimi specializes in providing a comprehensive EV charging and energy management platform designed to facilitate the transition to electric vehicles (EVs) for various sectors, including logistics, field services, and private fleets. Their core product offerings include integrated AC and DC charging stations, capable of charging any electric vehicle, and an energy management system that allows users to monitor energy usage, diagnose issues, and streamline operations. The platform is equipped to provide detailed insights into energy costs and performance metrics, helping end users optimize energy consumption across multiple locations and vehicles. Zimi serves a diverse client base, including businesses, warehouses, and depots, with installations occurring throughout South Africa and potentially extending to other international markets, thereby addressing a growing need for sustainable energy solutions.Zimi generates revenue primarily through the sale and installation of its charging stations and subscription-based access to its integrated energy management platform. Clients, such as logistics companies and corporate fleets, engage with Zimi to deploy charging infrastructure, which may involve bespoke installation services facilitated by Zimi's certified network of electrical installers. Revenue transactions typically occur on a project basis, where clients may purchase charging stations along with ongoing management services that include data analytics and performance monitoring. In this context, clients benefit from a unified view of their energy usage and charging operations, while Zimi offers models that can include partnerships or direct service agreements tailored to the needs of individual customers, enhancing the overall value proposition of its product offerings. The company will use this September 2025 funding to expand its electric vehicle (EV) fleets across South Africa and advance sustainable transport.

## Funding rounds

- Series A, Sep 30, 2025, $1.7M — Development Bank of Southern Africa, Keyo Ventures

## Investors

- Development Bank of Southern Africa — Series A
- Keyo Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/keyo-ventures) — Series A