Our Firm

Lionhead Growth takes a thematic approach to accessing and investing in the trends and sectors that underpin the burgeoning African growth story

Leadership

The firm brings together the former CEO of Bidvest, South Africa’s leading investment conglomerate; members of the Ackerman family, one of Africa’s largest retail success stories; and Lionhead Capital, a multi-strategy alternative investment firm

Team

Investment Strategy

Lionhead Growth takes a thematic approach to accessing and investing in the trends and sectors that underpin the burgeoning African growth story – leveraging our extensive networks and deep sector expertise

Responsible Investing

We believe that investing responsibly is good business – recognizing that environmental, social and governmental factors impact investment performance

Partnership Focused

Once invested, we employ an active approach to value creation by working alongside management; delivering strong returns through a range of value-adding initiatives

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Partnering with us

Building better businesses

We’re here to influence, empower, optimise and innovate alongside our partners

Approach