Horizon Equity Partners

Horizon Equity Partners is a private equity and venture capital firm based in Johannesburg, South Africa, specializing in growth capital and buyout financing for small and medium-sized enterprises across various stages of development. Established in 1996, the firm focuses on sectors such as technology, media, telecommunications, cleantech, alternative energy, and healthcare. It typically invests between $0.41 million and R100 million in unlisted companies with enterprise values ranging from R20 million to R200 million. Horizon Equity Partners generally acquires minority stakes of 10 to 49 percent in its investments, although it may consider majority positions in exceptional cases. The firm does not invest in seed or startup enterprises and avoids certain sectors, including real estate and gambling. Investments are held for three to seven years, with exit strategies that include trade sales and public listings. Horizon Equity Partners also facilitates syndications with other firms for larger investments and often takes board seats in its portfolio companies.