ThirdWay Capital

Overview

ThirdWay Capital is a private equity firm focused on investing in small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across Africa to foster sustained economic growth and social transformation. The firm primarily operates in Ghana, Kenya, and South Africa, targeting sectors such as food and beverage, agriculture, technology, renewable energy, healthcare, education, financial services, infrastructure, consumer goods, manufacturing, logistics, media and entertainment, telecommunications, real estate, and tourism. Their investment strategy emphasizes export and import substitution, digitization and formalization, climate solutions, and food security, aiming to create jobs, enhance economic resilience, and retain value within the continent. ThirdWay Capital's portfolio includes companies like Oh Oat PTY Ltd. (trading as ditto), a Cape Town-based manufacturer of dairy-free food products and aseptic beverage packaging solutions. The firm has also invested in sectors such as renewable energy, healthcare, education, and financial services, demonstrating a commitment to supporting high-growth, high-impact businesses across Africa. Through its investments, ThirdWay Capital seeks to drive systemic change and promote sustainable development across the continent. ThirdWay Capital's investment philosophy centers on providing catalytic capital to businesses that align with their strategic focus areas. By backing companies that contribute to export and import substitution, digitization, climate solutions, and food security, the firm aims to address critical challenges facing African economies. Their approach involves active engagement with portfolio companies to drive growth, operational efficiency, and market expansion. The firm's team comprises professionals with diverse backgrounds and expertise, enabling them to identify and support businesses with high potential for impact. Through their investments, ThirdWay Capital strives to create a positive and lasting impact on the communities and economies they serve. In addition to financial support, ThirdWay Capital offers strategic guidance and resources to its portfolio companies, assisting them in scaling operations, improving governance, and accessing new markets. The firm's commitment to sustainable development is reflected in its focus on sectors that promote environmental stewardship, social inclusion, and economic empowerment. By fostering partnerships with local entrepreneurs and leveraging their deep understanding of regional markets, ThirdWay Capital aims to build resilient businesses that contribute to the long-term prosperity of Africa. Their holistic approach to investment underscores a dedication to creating value that extends beyond financial returns, encompassing social and environmental benefits for the continent.