Mangwana Capital

Overview

Mangwana Capital is an investment advisory and private equity firm established in 2017, dedicated to fostering growth in Zimbabwe's economy. The firm specializes in key sectors such as agriculture, mining, energy, and tourism, with a particular emphasis on export-oriented businesses. Mangwana Capital manages the Mangwana Opportunities Fund, a closed-end investment company funded by over 35 Zimbabwean institutional investors, including pension funds. The fund primarily invests in companies operating in the Southern African Development Community (SADC) region, targeting natural resource exploration, mining, horticulture, agriculture, and energy sectors. The firm's investment philosophy is hands-on, with principals taking board seats, setting strategy, overseeing corporate governance, and working closely with management to implement business development goals. Mangwana Capital supports strong management teams with established track records and reputations for integrity, providing necessary expansion capital to ambitious teams aiming for growth. The firm focuses on opportunities with the potential to tap into global markets through exports and beneficiation, and supports businesses that design and implement ecological and environmentally sustainable projects. Mangwana Capital's objective is to achieve above-average returns for its shareholders by originating and acquiring significant minority stakes in private companies poised for growth in target sectors. The firm pursues above-average net returns in United States Dollar terms, ensuring capital protection through legal structuring, and managing the fund's investments through to exit. Realization of investments within the 10-year life of the fund is achieved through listings, leveraged recapitalizations, portfolio sales, private placements, or trade sales. Mangwana Capital distinguishes itself in the Zimbabwean investment landscape through a unique blend of innovation and experience, with a team boasting over 70 years of collective expertise within the country. This extensive knowledge translates into sharp market insights, enabling the firm to identify promising investment opportunities with high growth potential. Beyond opportunity identification, Mangwana Capital provides unwavering support throughout the investment journey, offering strategic guidance, tailored financial solutions, and expert assistance in navigating the intricacies of the Zimbabwean market. The firm's commitment to Africa's growth potential is evident in its focus on sectors that are pivotal to the region's economic development, and its hands-on approach ensures that portfolio companies receive the support needed to achieve sustainable growth and success.

Investment Focus

• Strong management teams with established track records
• Ambitious teams seeking growth
• Opportunities with export potential
• Businesses implementing sustainable projects

Portfolio Companies