Secha Capital

Secha Capital is a patient capital holding company based in Johannesburg, South Africa, focused on investing in small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across the African continent. The company primarily targets early-stage ventures in industries such as agriculture, healthcare, cleantech, technology, and advanced manufacturing. Secha Capital aims to make investments ranging from approximately USD 0.35 million to USD 2 million, with a typical investment horizon of five to ten years. In addition to financial returns, the company emphasizes making impact investments that contribute to job creation and sustainable development in the regions it serves.

Brendan Mullen

Co-Founder and Partner

Rushil Vallabh

Managing Director

Past deals in South Africa

i-G3N

Seed Round in 2020
I-G3N is a South African developer specializing in lithium-ion battery technology, primarily targeting stationary storage solutions in conjunction with solar photovoltaic systems. The company emphasizes the development of superior products that integrate the latest advancements in battery functionality. I-G3N aims to expand its reach by exporting to the Southern African Development Community (SADC) region and throughout the rest of Africa, recognizing significant opportunities in the growth of mini and micro-grids to enhance energy access. Additionally, I-G3N manufactures energy storage units suitable for various applications, including e-mobility, and provides catalyst components for decentralized energy storage, making its solutions applicable for both household use and utility-scale energy production.

Rush Nutrition

Private Equity Round in 2020
Rush Nutrition Pty Ltd is a South African company based in Cape Town, specializing in raw organic energy products tailored for various consumer needs, including sports, pregnancy, and children's health. Founded in 2018, the company offers a diverse range of products such as training and endurance bars, nutriballs with flavors like cacao and coconut, pomegranate juice, and berry burst bars. Rush Nutrition emphasizes wholefood, free-from, and raw superfood nutrition designed to enhance health and performance. Its products are made from toxin-free ingredients, aimed at supporting both physical and cognitive development. The company distributes its offerings through various stockists and online platforms.

NativeChild

Private Equity Round in 2017
NativeChild is a South African company based in Roodepoort, established in 2015, that specializes in developing and producing plant-based hair and body care products tailored for women. The company's offerings include a range of haircare products such as sweet almond oil, avocado oil, coconut oil, grapeseed oil, and shampoos, designed to promote hair growth, restore moisture, and reduce breakage. Additionally, NativeChild provides body care items like aloe-vera soap, avocado soap, almond oil, and shea butter cream. The company also offers various accessories, including flexi rods, perm rods, satin bonnets, and comb sets. Committed to sustainability, NativeChild uses natural, safe ingredients free from harsh chemicals, sulfates, parabens, and animal cruelty, catering to diverse hair types and providing customers with effective alternatives to conventional products. Products are available for purchase through both physical stores and online platforms.
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