Tamela

In 2008, Sydney Mhlarhi and Vusi Mahlangu founded Tamela as an investment, fund management, and corporate finance advisory company.

The company's values are built on trust, partnership, and professionalism, which they leverage to create value by collaborating with the management teams of their portfolio companies. Tamela's primary focus is on privately held businesses that have competent management teams, and their team has a track record of success.

Tamela's origin and team: A history of success

Tamela's origin dates back to 2005 when Sydney and Vusi left Standard Bank and Investec Bank, respectively, to establish Tamela Group, the holding company of Tamela. Tamela's team, including Tshepisho Makofane, have worked together since 2005, first at Makalani between 2005 and 2008 and then at Tamela since 2008.

The team's diverse backgrounds and experience enable them to provide a broad range of investment and corporate finance advisory services. Tamela's investment services are only available to privately owned companies with strong management teams.

Everyone in the company works closely with the management of investee companies to create value and achieve growth. Tamela's approach is customised to the specific needs of each company it invests in. Its flexible investment mandate allows it to structure investments to meet the needs of its investee companies.

Tamela's expertise in corporate finance advisory

Tamela's investment process is transparent and straightforward, and companies can submit their business plans and financial projections online. The company's team works closely with the management of its investee companies to achieve growth and create value. Tamela's corporate finance advisory and fund management expertise comprehensively supports its investee companies.

Tamela supports the growth of the fintech industry through CrossgateInvestments

Tamela Capital Partners has announced that its Tamela Mezzanine Debt Fund has provided growth funding to Crossgate. This South African company provides retailers and banks with secure card and payment solutions.

The investment will help Crossgate to increase capacity in its highly secure card personalisation facility. This move supports the growth of the fintech industry. It aligns with Tamela's focus on funding businesses that will grow into new markets while delivering attractive returns to investors.

Tamela Capital Partners is a reputable corporate finance services provider that serves a specific set of clients. Its knowledgeable corporate finance team offers diverse services aimed at assisting entrepreneurs in implementing their strategies.

Furthermore, the company is registered by the JSE, enabling it to offer sponsor advisory services to clients on various corporate actions, continuing obligations, and new listings, drawing on the team's extensive experience.

Tamela Capital Partners: Mezzanine Finance

One of the services offered by Tamela Capital Partners is mezzanine finance. This type of financing is typically used to bridge the gap between debt and equity financing. Mezzanine financing is often used when a company wants to expand or acquire new assets. It can also refinance existing debt or provide additional working capital.

Mergers and acquisitions support by Tamela Capital Partners

Another service Tamela Capital Partners offers is mergers and acquisitions (M&A) transaction support. Whether you’re considering a sell-side or buy-side transaction, Tamela's experienced team can support you with financial advice. Their industry experience and transactional expertise allow them to guide clients through the entire process.

Capital-raising services by Tamela

In addition, Tamela Capital Partners furnishes capital-raising services to its clients. Its unbiased opinions and recommendations assist clients in addressing crucial matters regarding capital-raising, whether by means of debt, equity, or accessing the company's network of relationships.

Tamela's expertise in BEE deals and DCM capital raising

Tamela Capital Partners provides expert guidance on funding and structuring Black Economic Empowerment (BEE) transactions, which is crucial legislation in South Africa. This includes approaching funders on behalf of clients and advising on the most optimal ways to structure such deals.

Tamela has broadened its range of advisory services to encompass Debt Capital Markets (DCM) competencies. DCM is an economical method for corporates, state-owned entities, and governments to acquire capital. Tamela can aid clients in obtaining capital by issuing bonds on the market, which can be purchased by investors both domestically and internationally.