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CFO, Equipment Manufacturer

Corporate Acquirer in Katy, USA

Interests: We are actively seeking suitable business opportunities to drive expansion. Our focus is on acquiring operational businesses with an established management team in place, ensuring a seamless transition and consistent performance.
Background: We specialize in equipment manufacturing and the food and beverage sector, focusing on innovative product development, efficient production processes, and maintaining high-quality standards. Our activities encompass the design and production of advanced equipment, ensuring reliability and precision, as well as the creation and distribution of premium food and beverage products. We are committed to operational excellence, customer satisfaction, and driving growth through continuous improvement and innovation.
7.2 / 10
Locations
Africa + 8 more
Industries
Chocolate and Confectionery + 14 more
Investment Size
Upto USD 1 Mn
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Interests: We look for businesses with sustainable earnings, strong growth potential, a capable and committed leadership team, and a clear, defensible unique value proposition. We prefer industry‑leading, well‑established companies with durable margins, internationally scalable business models, and offerings that are synergistic with our existing portfolio. All investments must be fully Shariah‑compliant, with no alcohol or interest‑based activities or funding. We favor opportunities where we can add value through capital, strategic input, operational support, and access to blue‑chip multinational customers.
Background: We represent a global, diversified, Shariah‑compliant investment holding company established in 2003. With more than 18 years of experience in successful corporate transactions, we manage over 25 subsidiaries and employ 2,000+ people across the UAE, South Africa, Nigeria, India, and the United States. We exclusively deploy on‑balance‑sheet capital with no fixed exit term and adhere strictly to zero interest‑based funding. Our group has deep operational and sector expertise in outsourcing solutions (specialized packaging and fulfillment, secure print, scratch cards and vouchers, contact centers, back‑office processing, warehousing, distribution, and production software), business support services (software development and maintenance, automation and AI, advisory and consulting, project management, business applications, mobile and consumer solutions, information intelligence, and infrastructure services), property (commercial and residential assets and property management), and retail and industrials (bedding manufacture and distribution, e‑commerce management and fulfillment, logistics and travel, and industrial products). We partner with blue‑chip clients across telecommunications, financial services, healthcare, hardware OEMs, software distributors, security solution OEMs, and governments. We support our portfolio companies with capital, strategic guidance, and on‑the‑ground operational assistance to drive sustainable growth and long‑term value creation.
9 / 10
Locations
South Africa + 9 more
Industries
Agriculture Wholesale + 88 more
Investment Size
Upto USD 10 Mn
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Interests: Looking for running businesses with a potential to grow that can provide 12%+ income return in the real estate sector and 35%+ IRR in the assets-based business sector. I will invest in my personal capacity.
Background: I am the director of a real estate business. Looking for investment opportunities in Africa to help the businesses based there to grow.
8.2 / 10
Locations
South Africa + 17 more
Industries
Agriculture Wholesale + 49 more
Investment Size
USD 50 K - 2 Mn
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Interests: Looking for running businesses with a potential to grow that can provide 12%+ income return in the real estate sector and 35%+ IRR in the assets-based business sector. I will invest in my personal capacity.
Background: I am the director of a real estate business. Looking for investment opportunities in Africa to help the businesses based there to grow.
8.2 / 10
London
Locations
South Africa + 17 more
Industries
Agriculture Wholesale + 49 more
Investment Size
USD 50 K - 2 Mn
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Business Development Director, Telemedicine

Corporate Acquirer in Dublin, Ireland

Interests: Regulatory compliance, growth potential, tech-enabled, and a lean team. We are currently concentrating on our expansion to low- and middle-income countries. We are interested in acquiring local businesses that are regulatory compliant.
Background: We are a digital healthcare company with a presence in over 44 countries.
8.4 / 10
Locations
South Africa + 7 more
Industries
Telemedicine
Investment Size
Upto USD 67 K
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Investment Director, Investments And Family Office

Corporate Acquirer in London, UK

Interests: We are focused on acquiring vertical market software. We are seeking to invest up to EUR 200 million in the B2B software sector. We are interested in mission-critical businesses with high gross revenue retention and a minimum revenue of EUR 1.5 million. Open to global opportunities and prefers buyouts. We look for: - B2B Software. - Recurring revenue. - High retention. - Mission-critical solutions.
Background: We are a global acquirer and operator of vertical-market software businesses. We have completed 130+ transactions, targeting mission-critical B2B software firms with recurring revenue and strong customer retention. We have built long-term partnerships with existing management, investing in operational excellence, global reach and sustainable growth. Our investment director has a decade of M&A experience, previously at Big Four and a private equity firm.
8.3 / 10
Locations
South Africa + 17 more
Industries
Analytics Software + 10 more
Investment Size
Upto USD 267 Mn
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Owner, Social Media Content Creator

Individual Buyer in Lisbon, Portugal

Interests: Looking to invest in/purchase a vegan/plant based business. Currently residing in Portugal. I am an eager learner so does not have to be in any specific industry. If most business operations are conducted online, I would be open to such businesses. The businesses can be in Asia, Europe or South Africa, as I want to invest in these locations.
Background: My wife and I are social media content creators. My wife had a background in social media marketing and luxury management before starting her own blog around 10 years ago. It grew bigger and bigger over time so eventually, I joined her and we now do it full time together. We collaborate with many international brands specifically targeted towards our audience in Taiwan. We recently relocated to Portugal and are looking to diversify our business interests by purchasing or investing in an established business. Our family is vegan so naturally we are only interested in investing in vegan/plant based businesses. I also run daily and often use different plant based protein powders/supplements. I will invest in my personal capacity.
9.4 / 10
Locations
South Africa + 2 more
Industries
Nutrition Food + 15 more
Investment Size
Upto USD 1.08 Mn
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Director, IT Consultancy

Individual Buyer in Doha, Qatar

Interests: - Track record of cash flow generation. - Over 20% profit margin. - Competitive advantage in the field/ or operates in a large enough market that competition is not a huge risk. - Growth and/ or margin improvement potential.
Background: I have over 15 years of experience in improving operational and commercial performance of manufacturing, energy, and resource-based industries (mining, chemicals, and so on). I will invest in my personal capacity.
8.5 / 10
Locations
South Africa + 4 more
Industries
Consulting + 10 more
Investment Size
Upto USD 550 K
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Interests: Stable business with clear focus area. Unique products/ services.
Background: We have recently founded a spirits company based in India. In our endevor to set up a micro distillery in India and other locations for expansion.
7.7 / 10
Locations
South Africa + 8 more
Industries
Distilleries + 3 more
Investment Size
USD 12 K - 360 K
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Founder & CEO, Customer Experience

Corporate Acquirer in Berlin, Germany

Interests: I am interested in established, profitable or close to profitable B2B software (ideally SaaS) businesses with a recurring revenue business model.
Background: Founder & CEO of a company based in Berlin / Germany. We are run a ratings & reviews company and I am executing on a buy and build strategy. I am interested in adding strategic businesses to my group.
8 / 10
Locations
South Africa + 3 more
Industries
Application Software + 5 more
Investment Size
Upto USD 22 Mn
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Proprietor, Minerals Sand Traders

Corporate Acquirer in Chennai, India

Interests: Would like to know the types of mining available.
Background: We are involved in minerals sand trading company. We are interested in the mining business. We are delighted to one it again and make a comeback process to remark everything In the field. Preferred locations are South Africa, and Australia because mining is available only in these locations. We are also interested in IT businesses in India.
7.2 / 10
Locations
South Africa + 21 more
Industries
Alternative Medicine + 38 more
Investment Size
Upto USD 830 K
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Director, Investment Vehicle

Individual Buyer in Nottingham, UK

Interests: Looking for an established business with an EBITDA margin of 10-40% and EBITDA of GBP 300 thousand - 1 million. I will invest in my personal capacity.
Background: I am the 100% owner of a private investment vehicle. I am looking for investment opportunities in South Africa as it is my location of interest.
6.9 / 10
Locations
South Africa + 2 more
Industries
Waste Management + 2 more
Investment Size
USD 630 K - 2.54 Mn
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Interests: -Vision. -Team. -Product. -Broad skill-set especially with programming & design tools. -Clarity of thought. -The business should be in Africa, Europe, India or in China, as I think these locations have a good scope for growth.
Background: I run an automobile company. I will invest in my personal capacity with the help of my savings.
7.5 / 10
Locations
South Africa + 70 more
Industries
Agricultural Machinery + 94 more
Investment Size
Upto USD 3.6 Mn
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Interests: Promising, proven, growing, profitable, expandable and scalable business. I would like to close a good deal as soon as possible.
Background: Owner of a private company operating in the USA. Have 20+ years of business experience.
7.3 / 10
Locations
South Africa + 5 more
Industries
Aquaculture + 6 more
Investment Size
Upto USD 70 K
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Interests: In a business we look for factors like simplicity. Scalability, efficient cost structure, well thought operations and margins.
Background: I started my career as a software engineer then founded my own company. I am looking to invest in a software company. Since a software company wouldn't require much physical presence, I am open to any location.
6.7 / 10
Locations
South Africa + 4 more
Industries
Analytics Software + 7 more
Investment Size
USD 77 K - 330 K
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