Identity Capital Partners

Identity Capital Partners (Pty) Limited (“Identity Partners”) is a Johannesburg-based black women-owned and managed investment and finance firm founded in 2008 by executive shareholders Sonja De Bruyn Sebotsa (Principal Partner) and Polo Leteka Radebe (CEO of Identity Development Fund). Our principal activities are making proprietary investments and carrying out advisory work for private and public sector clients. Identity Partners focuses its mining and resources activities through a subsidiary, Identity Resources. We have also initiated a development fund management company, Identity Development Fund Managers, which manages funds targeting women and youth entrepreneurs. All in all, the entire team has grown to over 30 highly skilled black professionals and 3 support staff across the three businesses.

Polo Leteka

Co-Founder, CEO, Identity Development Fund

5 past transactions

uBumbano

Venture Round in 2018
uBumbano is a manufacturer of rail components that specializes in the production of wire harnesses for the mobility sector, particularly for rail cars. The company focuses on closing the technological gap in the rail industry by offering meticulously designed, assembled, and produced wire harnesses. These harnesses consist of a structured assembly of wires, cables, and connectors, which are essential for ensuring the quality and reliability of rolling stock assets. Through its specialized expertise, uBumbano aims to enhance the performance and safety of rail transportation.

Masana Petroleum Solution

Private Equity Round in 2016
Masana Petroleum Solutions is a direct fuel supplier based in South Africa, specializing in the distribution of petroleum products to commercial and industrial customers. The company offers a range of products, including diesel, illuminating paraffin, heavy furnace oil, bitumen, chemicals, and mining lubricants. By focusing on building strong relationships with large organizations, Masana aims to provide significant fuel savings to its clients, which are supported through expert measurement and verification methodologies. This approach ensures that customers benefit from efficient and reliable fuel supply solutions tailored to their specific needs.

Gibela Rail Transport Consortium

Venture Round in 2016
Gibela Rail Transport Consortium RF (Pty) Ltd. is a South African rail company established in 2013, headquartered in Johannesburg. The company specializes in the design, manufacture, and delivery of passenger trains, aiming to revitalize the railway manufacturing sector in the country. Gibela's trains are designed to accommodate over a thousand passengers and feature amenities such as air-conditioning, overhead luggage racks, internet access, and ergonomic toilets. These enhancements are intended to provide commuters with a comfortable and efficient travel experience.

Clear Asset

Venture Round in 2015
Clear Asset (Pty) Limited, founded in 2012 and based in Cape Town, South Africa, specializes in independent auction solutions for the disposal of moveable assets. The company operates an online auction platform catering to banks, law firms, and mining houses, with a primary focus on sectors including mining, construction, maritime, and aviation. Clear Asset offers a trusted marketplace to facilitate asset sales, utilizing both online and traditional onsite auction methods when necessary. Co-founded by Warren Schewitz and Ariella Kuper, the firm leverages extensive industry experience to enhance bidding interest through a comprehensive database and effective marketing strategies. Their services encompass the selection, cataloging, marketing, and dispatch of assets, along with post-auction reporting and settlement processes. By employing advanced technology and a thorough understanding of operational requirements, Clear Asset ensures transparency and accountability throughout the auction process, providing clients with detailed real-time data to measure performance improvements. As of 2017, Clear Asset operates as a subsidiary of Thebe Investment Corporation.

Pioneer Foods

Post in 2011
Pioneer Foods is a leading South African producer and distributor of a diverse range of branded food and beverage products. Established in 1997 and headquartered in Bellville, the company operates through three main divisions: Essential Foods, Groceries, and International. The Essential Foods division specializes in manufacturing wheat and maize products, pasta, and operates extensive bakery facilities. The Groceries division produces a variety of items including breakfast cereals, rusks, baking aids, and condiments. The International division focuses on exporting products to over 60 countries, contributing significantly to the company's operating profit. Pioneer Foods is known for its popular brands such as Weet-Bix, Liqui-Fruit, Ceres, Sasko, and White Star. The company serves a broad customer base that includes wholesale, retail, and trade sectors, ensuring high-quality products are widely available.
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