KNF Ventures
Overview
KNF Ventures is a South African venture capital firm dedicated to investing in innovation-driven ventures with proven traction. Managed by Knife Capital, KNF Ventures focuses on accelerating the growth of South African small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) by leveraging knowledge, networks, and funding. As a SARS-approved Section 12J Venture Capital Company, investors in KNF Ventures can claim their full investment amount as a deduction from taxable income. The firm has invested in several companies across various sectors, including Quicket, a cloud-based online ticketing solution; DataProphet, specializing in machine learning; SkillUp, an e-learning platform; PharmaScout, an Internet of Things company; and PURA, a beverage company. These investments reflect KNF Ventures' commitment to supporting innovative businesses with high growth potential. KNF Ventures operates with a holistic 'Find-Make-Grow-Realise' value-chain approach, identifying promising SMEs, making investments with fair terms after thorough due diligence, and actively growing the businesses to achieve sustainability or exit goals. This strategy has led to significant exits, such as the acquisition of Fundamo by Visa and orderTalk by UberEats, demonstrating the firm's effectiveness in fostering successful ventures.
Investment Focus
- Innovation-driven ventures with proven traction
- High growth potential
- Scalable business models
- Strong management teams
- Clear exit strategies
Portfolio Companies
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Frequently asked questions about KNF Ventures
What sectors does KNF Ventures invest in?
KNF Ventures invests in Technology, Healthcare, Energy, Real Estate, Media and Retail, and is based in Cape Town, Western Cape, South Africa. KNF Ventures is listed as a venture capital in the ConnectSafely investor database.
What stage does KNF Ventures invest at?
KNF Ventures backs companies at Seed, Early Stage, Series A, Series B and Growth, writing cheques of 1M - 5M.
Which regions does KNF Ventures invest in?
KNF Ventures invests across Kenya, South Africa, Rwanda and Uganda.
What companies has KNF Ventures invested in?
KNF Ventures's portfolio includes Quicket, DataProphet, SkillUp, PharmaScout, PURA, Cradle/Granite WMS and Snapplify.
How do I contact KNF Ventures?
KNF Ventures's contact details — including phone and LinkedIn — are listed in the ConnectSafely investor database, along with its website and the LinkedIn profiles of the team.
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