Kapela Holdings

Overview

Kapela Holdings is a professionally managed, majority black-owned private equity investor based in South Africa. Established in 2007, the firm focuses on long-term investments in medium to large companies, primarily subsidiaries of multinational corporations operating within the country. Their investment approach emphasizes active involvement to create value and foster sustainable growth. The company's portfolio spans various sectors, including automotive, manufacturing, technology, market research, events management, energy, healthcare, information technology, telecommunications, consumer goods, retail, engineering, mining, property development, and infrastructure. Notable investments include TTAF, a subsidiary of CFAO; TÜV SÜD South Africa; GL events SA; and XON, a leading technology solutions provider. Kapela Holdings also holds a 25.1% stake in CFAO Healthcare South Africa, contributing to its Level 3 B-BBEE certification. Kapela Holdings is committed to promoting Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment (B-BBEE) and has achieved a broad-based empowerment rating with its partner DEmpower. The firm offers more than 80 years of executive management experience, capital, and a network of relationships in both the private and public sectors. Their investment philosophy centers on building lifelong partnerships to support and benefit their investments, enhancing their potential for success.

Investment Focus

• Majority black ownership
• Active involvement in investee companies
• Long-term investment horizon
• Focus on medium to large companies, primarily subsidiaries of multinational corporations in South Africa

Portfolio Companies