Discover the equity in partnership

More than capital, we invest in meaningful partnerships that enhance future value and produce lasting legacies.

Sanari Capital

With an emphasis on digital and human enablement to unlock business potential, Sanari Capital is private equity for this time and this place, here in Africa, and in an era of rapid technological and social change.

Who we are

We are a private equity firm that invests in medium-sized and mid-market growth companies emanating from Africa, with regional and global scalability.

Sanari: (Tshivenda) ‘Like a buffalo’. Endurance, strength, courage and community.

Sanari Capital
See beyond equity
With a specialisation in founder-run, owner-managed, and family-owned businesses, we partner with management in building Sustainable, Scalable, and Saleable (Sanari “3S”) businesses.

A balanced investment portfolio

Our investment themes

We partner with well-established businesses that are at an inflection point supported by thematic growth drivers.

All connected / Industry 4.0
IoT / Tech / ICT Software and Solutions
Data is the new gold
AI / Machine Learning / Data
Education is the most powerful weapon
School / Tertiary / Skills / EdTech
In sickness and in health
Healthcare / Wellness / Food / Agribusiness / AgTech / MedTech / Care Economy
There is no planet B
Green Solutions / Environmentally-Friendly Alternatives / Circular Economy
I was particularly focused on finding a partner who truly understood our identity, values, and passion, and who could help us grow effectively. We found this in the dynamic team at Sanari Capital.
James van Wyk Founder and CEO | Energenic
Sanari's disciplined and relentless focus on iiDENTIFii's fundamental metrics has been incredibly valuable. Big picture thinkers, with a remarkable attention to detail and faultless ethics.
Gur Geva Co-founder and CEO | iiDENTIFii
Partnering with Sanari Capital has been a transformative experience. Sanari understands the unique dynamics of founder-run, owner-managed businesses, bringing not just capital but strategic insight, and a deep respect for entrepreneurial vision. Their Sanari 3S approach resonated with our own beliefs, providing common ground for a structured yet flexible growth framework, allowing us to scale while staying true to our core values.
Nadia Nilsen Co-founder and CEO | LightWare LiDAR
The transaction took a year, with several unforeseen challenges as we transitioned from an owner-managed business to one with stronger processes and governance. Throughout this time, the team at Sanari, led by Sihle Gumede, consistently sought solutions and worked towards a mutually beneficial outcome.
James van Wyk Founder and CEO | Energenic
Sanari has helped us expand our vision beyond borders, supporting our efforts to take cutting-edge African-born technology to the global stage. Sanari Capital isn’t just an investor—they are a true partner in innovation, impact, and global expansion.
Nadia Nilsen Co-founder and CEO | LightWare LiDAR

Our experience

Inspired by entrepreneurship, strengthened by expertise

Sanari Capital
>150
Years of collective investment experience
15
Years of average investment experience of senior executive
100%
Top-tier investment backgrounds
15-35
Years of tech related investment experience for each senior professional

Impact & ESG

Doing good while doing well

Our work is driven by sustainable value creation, not just for companies and investors but for the communities and environments touched by the businesses we work with.

See our Annual Sustainability report and learn more about our impact focus.

Our impact