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Hlayisani Capital
Hlayisani Capital is a private equity and venture capital firm focused on growing sub-Saharan African businesses and entrepreneurs. It is a fund manager...
Hlayisani Capital
Hlayisani Capital is a private equity and venture capital firm focused on growing sub-Saharan African businesses and entrepreneurs. It is a fund manager unlocking high growth investment opportunities in South Africa and Africa, providing capital, strategic support and access to global markets. Hlayisani Capital is a level 2 B-BBEE black-owned fund manager. Its Hlayisani Growth Fund invests in ICT, manufacturing, agriculture, education and health.
General information
Firm type
Private Equity
Year founded
2017
Location
Region
Africa
Country
South Africa
City
Stellenbosch
Corporate office
Stellenbosch, South Africa
Principals
Brett Commaille
Partner
Sector focus
Frequently asked questions
Which sectors does Hlayisani Capital focus on?
The firm concentrates on technology-enabled sectors relevant to African consumer and enterprise markets: enterprise software, fintech, education technology, digital health, and agri-food systems. These verticals map to areas where mobile and internet infrastructure are enabling new service models across the continent.
How does Hlayisani Capital source deals from Stellenbosch?
Stellenbosch's proximity to its namesake university and the broader Cape Town startup ecosystem provides a natural sourcing advantage. The Western Cape has produced a concentration of technology companies, and a local presence allows the firm to access founder networks, university spinouts, and early-stage deal flow before Johannesburg-based or international investors enter the pipeline.
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