Government Employees Pension Fund

Overview

Established in May 1996, the Government Employees Pension Fund (GEPF) is Africa's largest pension fund, managing assets exceeding R2.34 trillion. Governed by the Government Employees Pension Law, GEPF's core mission is to manage and administer pensions and other benefits for government employees in South Africa. This includes providing members and pensioners with financial security through responsibly invested funds and timely benefit payments. GEPF's investment strategy is diversified across various asset classes, including fixed income, equities, real estate, infrastructure, private equity, commodities, hedge funds, and venture capital. The fund focuses on growth, late-stage investments, buyouts, turnarounds, and distressed assets, primarily within South Africa. This approach aims to achieve optimal returns while supporting the country's economic development. With over 1.2 million active members and more than 524,000 pensioners and beneficiaries, GEPF is a significant institutional investor in South Africa. The fund's commitment to responsible investment practices and efficient benefit administration underscores its role in ensuring the financial well-being of government employees and their families.

Investment Focus

• Membership in the South African government or related entities