Vantage Capital is a private equity investment firm based in Johannesburg, South Africa, founded in 2001. As a black-owned and managed firm, it focuses on private equity investment activities for its own account as well as for third-party funds, distinguishing itself as one of the few remaining black-controlled independent private equity firms in the country. Vantage Capital primarily invests in growth-stage companies through buyouts, while also engaging in venture capital investments across seed, early, and later-stage companies. The firm targets a wide range of sectors, including business products, business services, financial services, materials, resources, information technology, manufacturing, technology, media, and telecommunications.
Société de manufacture maraichere Samir is the owner of a farming and agricultural company that provides services to clients. The company grows red fruits and cherry tomatoes on 101 hectares of planted area.
Centum Investment Company
Post in 2024
Centum Investment Company Limited is a private equity firm based in Nairobi, Kenya, founded in 1967. The company specializes in investing in middle market and growth sectors, with a focus on consumer goods and services, agriculture, education, healthcare, energy, financial services, and technology, among others. Centum seeks to make equity investments ranging from $2 million to $20 million, targeting companies that serve the East African market. It aims to acquire controlling, majority, and significant minority stakes in its portfolio companies and often participates in their boards. The firm also explores a variety of investment structures, including ordinary shares, preference shares, and convertible debt, as well as opportunities in greenfield and brownfield projects. Centum maintains a diversified investment strategy across eight distinct business lines, including real estate and infrastructure, FMCG, and power, with the objective of generating significant returns for its investors.
Procera Group
Private Equity Round in 2024
Procera is a debt recovery solution provider. Procera has evolved into an integrated BPO services business that provides support to its clients through multiple various brands across the customer life cycle.
AquaSanTech
Debt Financing in 2023
AquaSanTech focus on delivering innovative water and sanitation solutions.
AquaSanTech
Acquisition in 2023
AquaSanTech focus on delivering innovative water and sanitation solutions.
Promamec
Venture Round in 2023
Promamec SARL is a manufacturer and distributor of medical equipment based in Casablanca, Morocco. Founded in 1981, the company specializes in providing a range of medical and paramedical devices, including customized medical equipment tailored to specific needs and storable consumables. Promamec serves both the public and private medical sectors, offering prototypes and assembling equipment in small to medium series, which allows customers to receive products that meet their specific requirements.
CIM Sante
Venture Round in 2021
CIM Sante is a Moroccan private healthcare group that develops cardiac catherization. CIM Sante Group is made of 3 clinics namely The Heart and Vascular Diseases Clinic in Rabat(1994), The International Clinic of Marrakech (2011), The International Clinic of Tangier(2020). CIM Santé Group also radiology and laundry service companies in partnership in medical laboratories.
Alleyroads
Private Equity Round in 2020
Alleyroads is a property development and construction company specializing in affordable housing and green spaces in underserved areas.
Pickalbatros Hotels & Resorts
Private Equity Round in 2020
Pickalbatros Hotels & Resorts is a company that specializes in the development and management of a diverse range of hotel properties and tourist attractions. Catering primarily to leisure travelers, it focuses on providing luxury and comfort in its offerings. With a portfolio that spans prime tourist destinations in Egypt and Morocco, the company combines comprehensive expertise in hospitality with a commitment to enhancing the guest experience. Pickalbatros Hotels & Resorts aims to create memorable stays through its well-appointed accommodations and high-quality service.
Equity Invest
Debt Financing in 2019
Equity Invest is a private investment holding company. They offer investment strategies to companies that are looking to grow and expand. Typically they will invest between 2 - 200 million and have a focus on sectors including energy, defense, manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, engineering, tech and and private companies.
Petro Ivoire
Post in 2018
Petro Ivoire SA is a company based in Ivory Coast that specializes in the distribution of petroleum products and operates gas stations. The company markets a range of products including diesel fuel, super unleaded gasoline, kerosene, lamp oil, lubricants, asphalt, fuel oil, and liquefied petroleum gas (LPG). Its offerings cater to various sectors, including individuals, professionals, maritime and air transporters, and industries. Additionally, Petro Ivoire supplies butane and bitumen, which are utilized in road construction. The company operates 25 service stations across Ivory Coast, providing essential fuel refilling services for petrol and gas-powered vehicles.
Purple
Venture Round in 2017
Purple is a specialist investment firm that focuses on various sectors, including principal investment, private equity, and real estate. The company aims to offer a diverse range of alternative investment opportunities for institutional and private investors. In addition to real estate investments and property development, Purple provides financial services designed to deliver well-considered, risk-calculated opportunities with the potential for positive returns. Its approach aligns the interests of investors and managers, fostering a collaborative environment for investment growth.
Vumatel
Debt Financing in 2016
Vumatel is a leading provider of high-speed broadband connectivity in South Africa, primarily serving residential areas. Established in 2014 and headquartered in Randburg, the company specializes in installing and operating an open access fiber network. This network allows accredited service providers to offer a range of services, including data, IPTV, and VOIP, giving consumers the freedom to choose their preferred provider and service package. Vumatel's infrastructure supports various applications such as streaming high-definition content, video conferencing, and remote work. The network can deliver speeds of up to 1 gigabit per second, making it an attractive option for users seeking high-quality internet at competitive prices. By promoting competition among service providers, Vumatel enhances consumer choice and facilitates easy transitions between providers.
United Africa Group
Debt Financing in 2016
United Africa Group (Pty) Ltd was founded in 1992 by Haddis Tilahun. Since UAG’s inception, the Group has established a variety of business interests and is active in many sectors of the Namibian economy; Hospitality, Real estate, Property Development, Financial Services, Renewable Energy and Health Care, to name a few. The From humble beginnings in 1992, UAG has organically grown into a business with over NAD 1.7 Billion of assets (USD 121 million) and 665 employees of which (46%) are women. The group has a sizeable real estate portfolio in Windhoek’s Central Business District, Namibia, consisting of over 35 000 square meters of Office Space and under 3000 square meters of Retail Space with a market value of NAD 750 million as at February 2016.Through significant investment in the different sectors of the Namibian economy, UAG has contributed and continues to contribute to creating business opportunities in a competitive environment, as well as to the economic growth of Namibia.
Landmark Africa
Debt Financing in 2016
Landmark Africa, established in 1997, specializes in real estate development and property management services, catering to both domestic and foreign companies. The company aims to facilitate efficient operations across Africa by offering a comprehensive platform that simplifies the real estate investment and management process. Landmark has served over 5,000 organizations, showcasing its strong development capabilities and extensive portfolio of real estate projects. With a focus on meeting the evolving needs of its multinational clientele, Landmark Africa strives to create a globally affiliated network of real estate services, thereby enhancing the business landscape across the continent.
Servest Group
Debt Financing in 2015
Servest is a facilities management organization that delivers integrated solutions across various sectors in Africa. The company specializes in a range of services, including energy management, security, catering, waste management, and concierge services. Additionally, Servest offers ground maintenance, interior landscaping, washroom services, and pest control. By providing these comprehensive facilities management services, Servest helps clients streamline operations, enhance workforce efficiency, and reduce carbon footprint, ultimately simplifying their business complexities.
Simba Properties Investment Company
Debt Financing in 2014
Simba Properties Investment Company develops real estate properties. The company is based in Uganda. Simba Properties Investment Company operates as a subsidiary of Simba Group of Companies.
Surfline Communications
Debt Financing in 2014
Surfline Communications Limited is a 100% Ghanaian-owned company which provides 4G LTE mobile wireless broadband connectivity to the Ghanaian market. The service which is available in Accra and Tema, offers many benefits to the Ghanaian data user
AfriSam
Debt Financing in 2014
AfriSam is a prominent manufacturer of construction materials based in Johannesburg, South Africa, with a legacy dating back to 1934. The company specializes in producing high-quality cement, ready-mix concrete, and aggregate materials, playing a crucial role in infrastructure development across the African continent for over 80 years. AfriSam is dedicated to enhancing growth in Africa while upholding core values of People, Planet, and Performance, which drive its commitment to quality and customer service. The company’s solid products serve as essential components of South African communities, supported by a team of professional and principled employees who reflect the brand's commitment to excellence.
Dynamic Bedding
Debt Financing in 2014
Dynamic Bedding manufactures, distributes and markets a wide range of bed bases and mattresses through network of 120 retail stores.
Austell Pharmaceuticals
Debt Financing in 2014
Austell Laboratories is one of the fastest growing pharmaceutical companies in South Africa –IMS Data. Austell Laboratories is a medium sized company that has the drive and know how to succeed but without the operational and organizational problems typically found in larger companies. Every product that we add to our portfolio is carefully selected for its ability to add value to our operation. Austell Laboratories has a portfolio of 80 products with over 200 in the pipeline.
Genser Energy
Debt Financing in 2013
Genser Energy is an independent power producer based in Accra, Ghana, specializing in the development and operation of power generation assets. The company focuses on engineering, procurement, and construction, as well as the operation and maintenance of various facilities, including an integrated gasification combined cycle plant, a liquid petroleum gas plant, and a single cycle gas turbine plant. Genser Energy is dedicated to providing sustainable and cost-effective energy solutions to multiple sectors across Africa, particularly in the context of existing infrastructural challenges. By emphasizing a thorough approach at each project stage, the company aims to enhance Ghana's energy generation capacity and meet the diverse needs of its clients in industries, mining, and utilities.
Kgoro Central
Debt Financing in 2013
Kgoro Central is an unprecedented mixed-use development above and adjacent to the Sandton Gautrain station.
CA Sales
Debt Financing in 2012
CA Sales is a distributor of fast-moving consumer goods with operations in Botswana, South Africa, Swaziland, Zimbabwe and Mozambique. In March 2012, Vantage-funded Export Trading Group had acquired a 40 percent stake in CA Sales alongside PSG Asset Management, a South Africa-listed investment group. Vantage’s exit was funded by a senior debt facility provided by First Bank of Nigeria. Financial details of the transaction were not disclosed.
Efekto
Debt Financing in 2011
Efekto has been helping gardeners to create beautiful, bountiful and balanced gardens. The company’s range of fertilisers, insecticides, herbicides and fungicides adhere stringently to government safety regulations, and this, combined with the broad spectrum of products offered and proven reliability over the decades, has ensured the Efekto brand a place in every garden shed.
TrenStar
Debt Financing in 2011
TrenStar SA (Pty) Ltd. specializes in returnable packaging management solutions, providing a range of standard, specialized, and industry-specific packaging products. The company designs and manufactures packaging tailored to client specifications and offers various services, including equipment and container management, tracking and tracing, and vehicle volume optimization. TrenStar also develops comprehensive solutions that encompass the sourcing and supply of hardware and radio frequency identification tags, along with the implementation of technology projects. The company's command center monitors hardware, ensures data integrity, and manages rental packaging fleets while utilizing RFID technology for efficient data collection and asset maintenance. Furthermore, TrenStar delivers infrastructure and management services that include equipment assessment, environmentally sound waste disposal, cleaning, repair, and relocation throughout South Africa. The company serves multiple sectors, including automotive manufacturing, food processing, petroleum and chemical, retail, and agriculture, both locally and internationally. Established in 1992, TrenStar is based in Centurion, South Africa.
Masivumeni Investments
Debt Financing in 2008
Masivumeni Investments recycles ferrous and non-ferrous metals in South Africa, servicing the domestic steel industry as well as exports.
Reclam
Debt Financing in 2008
Reclam Group is a producer of recycled ferrous and non ferrous metal products in Southern Africa based on revenue and sales volumes. Reclam Group also produces recycled paper, cardboard and plastic products, as well as aluminium ingots and pellets, and copper sulphate products. Reclam Group’s products are primarily used by its customers as input materials in the manufacturing of their products. The recyclable materials industry that Reclam Group is involved in, entails collecting obsolete or discarded ferrous and non‑ferrous metals, paper, cardboard, glass and plastic and sorting and processing these according to end‑user specifications into products that are used as input materials for industrial manufacturing. It is a dynamic company managed by hands-on entrepreneurs using new technology and methods through its over 70 facilities, pioneering the way to a total recycling and waste management service.
Primedia
Debt Financing in 2008
PRIMEDIA is an African focused media and advertising group targeting premium consumers on the move. The company is committed to using our capability and capacity in our industries to drive positive change and impact society for good.
Tsebo Solutions Group
Debt Financing in 2007
Founded in 1971 in Johannesburg (South Africa), Tsebo has developed into a pan-African enterprise of stature, enjoying a strong presence in a wide range of local and international business sectors. Today, the Tsebo offers market-leading contracted services in Facilities Management, Remote Camps, Catering, Cleaning, Hygiene, Security, Energy and Procurement. This extensive range of hard, soft and infrastructure management services are enjoyed by over 3,000 clients across a number of sectors including financial services, manufacturing, mining, leisure, energy, environment, retail as well as universities and other public services. Tsebo’s clients have found significant benefits in contracting their “non-core” functions to its experienced professionals.
York Timbers
Debt Financing in 2007
York Timbers is a dynamic integrated forestry company that owns both plantations and processing plants. It is in the business of converting forest products into saleable lumber and plywood applications. Plantations are managed using ecologically acceptable methods to Forestry Stewardship Council (FSC) standards. This certification defines York as a responsible, sustainable business, that embarks on activities to benefit York’s own people, but also surrounding communities, the environment and its customers. York’s performance will escalate as lumber demand exceeds supply from the available resources in Southern Africa. Through the optimising of the plantations, processing facilities and access to markets via distribution channels, the Group has further increased its earning generating ability. York provides an excellent investment opportunity as it currently trades at a substantial discount to its tangible net asset value.
Safripol
Debt Financing in 2007
Safripol is an independent plastics manufacturing company based in Bryanston, South Africa, specializing in the production of Polypropylene (PP) and High-density Polyethylene (HDPE). These materials are essential for the converting industry, serving a variety of applications including packaging and industrial uses. Safripol offers a range of PP grades, including impact and random copolymers, and homopolymers, which are utilized in products like injection-molded articles, blow-molded containers, pipes, sheets, and textile fibers. The company primarily distributes its products through larger local converters and also partners with Plastomark (Pty) Ltd for additional distribution. The majority of its workforce operates from a manufacturing facility located in Sasolburg, while commercial and technical teams are based at the head office in Bryanston and a sales office in Durban.
Channel M
Series C in 2006
Channel M is a provider of content and advertising for out-of-home video in North America, focusing on engaging diverse demographics within retail and lifestyle venues. The company produces video content tailored to specific audiences, facilitating effective communication for brands. Through its extensive network of channels, which includes access to 20,000 locations and a monthly traffic of over 100 million, Channel M offers marketers a variety of advertising options, such as television advertisements, in-store signage, product integration, and national promotions. Its client roster includes prominent national retailers like Macy's, Ashley Furniture, and Blockbuster, reflecting its capability to deliver targeted marketing solutions across various platforms.
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