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Investing for impact that leads to extraordinary outcomes

We look at investments through multiple dimensions to create positive change

We are an impact-driven, alternative investment firm

Our solutions are designed to support pension funds and institutional investors looking to serve their members by generating returns in line with or above market benchmarks while delivering a measurable impact.

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Our investment themes deliver impact where it's needed most

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Job Creation

Our investments promote the growth of businesses that lead to the creation of new permanent jobs and temporary jobs for mostly previously disadvantaged persons.

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Community Upliftment

We invest in businesses that create products and services that benefit the underserved, such as access to affordable, quality healthcare, education, and financial inclusion.

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Diversity, Transformation & Inclusion

We invest in opportunities that shape inclusive economic growth and equal outcomes for all people, especially previously disadvantaged people and women. 

Where we strive to develop extraordinary outcomes aligned with

Our investment practices are built on solid foundations

Featured Investments

We partner with businesses that can deliver products and services that improve people's lives, particularly previously disadvantaged people and those living in underserved areas.

White Paper: Can Impact Investing Provide Fair Returns for Pensioners?

SPEF 1

29 November 2023

Summit Africa announces the maiden exit for its South Africa-focused Summit Private Equity Fund I.

SPEF I

21 April 2023

Summit Africa’s SPEF I Acquires Majority Stake in Custom Capital Finance

SPEF I

10 February 2023

Summit Africa Private Equity Fund I Acquires Controlling Interest in Life Path Health Group

SPEF I

23 November 2021

SPEF I Acquires 55% Stake in Apex Surgi Centre, Enhancing Healthcare Services in Soweto.

Latest Fund News & Insights

Impact Insights: Private Equity in Alternative Investments

SUMMIT INSIGHTS

What’s on the menu – ESG or Impact Investing?

Explore ESG vs. Impact Investing. Discover how these strategies differ and complement your sustainable investment approach for better portfolio performance.

SUMMIT INSIGHTS

Can Regulation 28 Revive Economic Growth?

Explore the potential of Regulation 28 to boost South Africa's real economy amid Covid-19, promoting sustainable growth through strategic pension fund investments.

SUMMIT INSIGHTS

Sustainable Investing: Not a One-Size-Fits-All Strategy

Discover why sustainable investing is not a one-size-fits-all strategy and how Private Equity adopts ESG factors for optimal growth and impact.

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