UbuntuCap is built on a foundation of diversity, shared purpose, and professionalism.
Our team represents South Africa’s richness; Jewish, Muslim, Indian, Black and people with disabilities all united by a belief in human connection and integrity.
Each member brings a proven track record in their field, combining financial expertise, B-BBEE sales experience, and institutional fund management under one roof.
UbuntuCap offers a distinctive portfolio of alternative investment solutions designed for corporate and institutional investors, family offices, private clients and financial advisors. Our experienced management team is committed to capital preservation while delivering meaningful financial and social returns in real terms.
UbuntuCap Adheres to the pricnipals of, and adopts frameworks for impact investing, Global Impact Investing Networks (GIIN) IRIS+
Our executive team is comprised of professionals with experience in originating, structuring and executing investment strategies and transactions.
The team is supported by our non-executive advisory board which brings a wealth of experience and skill in private equity, corporate finance and capital raising as well as impact investing. We ensure that each transaction is executed by our senior team, ensuring a hands-on approach, high quality of work delivery and active management.
UbuntuCap offers a distinctive portfolio of alternative investment solutions designed for corporate and institutional investors, family offices, private clients, and financial advisors. Our experienced management team is committed to capital preservation while delivering meaningful financial and social returns in real terms.
UbuntuCap is a registered financial services provider (FSP No.: [XXXXX]).
The UbuntuCap Enterprise Development Fund is a registered credit provider with the National Credit Regulator: NCRCP[XXXX].
UbuntuCap Investment Holdings is licensed as a Financial Services Provider under the Financial Advisory and Intermediaries Act, 2002 (FSP [XXXXX]). It is also a registered Section 12J company with the South African Revenue Service (VCC-[XXXX]). UbuntuCap is a member of the Southern African Venture Capital and Private Equity Association.
UbuntuCap is dedicated to uplifting those in need and proudly supports Acres of Love, a non-profit organization founded in 1998. Acres of Love creates nurturing homes and family environments for abandoned and special needs children across South Africa. With more than 25 homes in Gauteng and 10 in the Western Cape, the organization cares for approximately 200 children.
Acres of Love serves as an excellent partner for corporations looking for a trustworthy organization to fulfill their annual CSI and socio-economic development commitments. For more information, please visit www.acresoflove.org
Naeem Badat, co-founder of UbuntuCap, brings over a decade of investment experience to the table, with the last six years spent at Visio Capital, a renowned hedge and long-only fund manager. His career began on the sell-side, where he developed a robust analytical foundation, eventually rising to the position of financials analyst at Deutsche Bank in 2012. Naeem holds a BSc in Financial Mathematics and a BCom Honours (cum laude) and is distinguished by both the CFA and CAIA designations. His deep industry expertise, coupled with his commitment to leveraging AI for transformative financial management, positions UbuntuCap as an innovative and strategic asset management firm. Through UbuntuCap, Naeem is dedicated to fostering economic empowerment, making him an invaluable partner for businesses seeking impactful Enterprise and Supplier Development (ESD) solutions in South Africa.
Coming from modest beginnings and securing scholarships that enabled Naeem to educate himself and rise in the Asset Management industry, positions him perfectly in the intersection of profit and purpose and giving back.
A Chartered Accountant and seasoned professional in B-BBEE and enterprise development financing.
With a proven sales background and strategic insight into ESD funding structures, Martin leads UbuntuCap’s capital-raising and relationship management initiatives.
Passionate about unlocking transformation in South Africa’s financial services industry, Martin drives the firm’s mission to build trust-based partnerships with corporates and investors alike.
With a background in enterprise development and stakeholder engagement, Adeline bridges the gap between compliance and commercial value.
She ensures that every partnership with UbuntuCap delivers measurable returns and aligns with our clients’ transformation objectives.
A proven sales strategist with deep experience in the B-BBEE and transformation ecosystem.
Dina’s expertise in structuring ESD partnerships helps corporates align financial performance with empowerment goals, ensuring meaningful impact through capital deployment.
