Tamela Holdings

Tamela Holdings is a black-owned and managed investment company specializing in private equity and venture capital investments across various sectors in South Africa. Founded in 2008 by Sydney Mhlarhi and Vusi Mahlangu, the company has a proven track record of success, with a team that has remained stable and predates Tamela. The team, which includes Tshepisho Makofane, has been working together since 2005, first at Makalani between 2005 and 2008 and at Tamela since 2008.

Tamela focuses on privately owned companies with strong management teams, seeking to add value by partnering with management at a strategic level. The company's investment criteria are largely sector agnostic, with the exception of primary agriculture, exploration, and any distressed companies. Tamela prefers to co-invest with management, taking stakes from minority to control. The company looks for strong corporate or product reputation, resilience to economic downturns and competitive pressures, strong cash-generating ability, and proven management teams.

Tamela's portfolio includes investments in various sectors, such as mining supplies, manufacturing, healthcare, and financial services. Notable investments include Emira Property Fund, Roytec Global, Cincinnati Mine Machinery, PPC, Global Wheel, Phuthuma Nathi, Cure Day Clinics, Aon South Africa, MTN Zakhele Futhi, and Barloworld Khula Sizwe. These investments demonstrate Tamela's commitment to partnering with management teams to successfully grow companies to the next level.