Ke Nako Capital

About The Fund

Ke Nako Capital is an independent fund-of-funds manager operating predominantly within the South African private equity sector. Established in 2007, Ke Nako has carved out a niche for itself by focusing on mid-market private equity investments, with a special interest in mezzanine debt financing. Through strategic deployment of capital, the firm aims to foster inclusive growth and help build a stronger South Africa by investing in promising businesses that make use of local skills and resources. Ke Nako's investment philosophy 'it's time' embodies their stance on the ripe opportunity for growth within the region. As a premier private equity fund manager, they administer over 4 billion Rand in assets under management across five different funds. Their portfolio boasts more than 80 companies, demonstrating a diversified investment strategy including primary, secondary, and direct investments. Ke Nako positions itself as a partner to institutions and businesses, seeking to construct a portfolio that blends different types of investments, and they work closely with South Africa's top General Partners to maintain high levels of transparency and strategic insight. With responsibilities encompassing more than just financial returns, Ke Nako is dedicated to Responsible Investing, advocating for solid Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) practices, which they believe are integral to financial success and building business resilience over time. They have developed their own proprietary risk management system, underpinned by market-leading technology to onboard private equity data, helping them manage portfolio risks efficiently and strategically. Ke Nako also extends their support to the transformation within the local private equity industry, promoting inclusive economic growth in South Africa. The Ke Nako Multi Managed Solutions aims to construct portfolios implementing global best practices, while the Managed Solutions offer large investors separate managed accounts with bespoke characteristics. Moreover, through Thuso Incubation Partners, they also focus on incubating local teams within private markets and real assets, demonstrating a commitment to transformation and inclusivity in the financial sector.