Shoprite Holdings
Debt Financing in 2022
Shoprite Holdings Limited is a leading retail company primarily engaged in food retailing across South Africa and various other African countries. The company operates through several segments, including Supermarkets RSA, Supermarkets Non-RSA, Furniture, and Other Operating segments. It offers a diverse range of products, including groceries, clothing, general merchandise, cosmetics, liquor, furniture, bedding, home entertainment, and household appliances. Shoprite also distributes pharmaceutical products and surgical equipment to healthcare providers. As of mid-2020, the company operated 2,829 stores under various brands such as Shoprite, Checkers, Usave, and OK Foods, catering to consumers across different income levels. Higher-income consumers are targeted through Checkers and Checkers Hyper, while Shoprite Usave serves the lower-income market. Additionally, Shoprite provides services in ticketing, car rental, accommodation, and short-term insurance. Founded in 1979, the company is headquartered in Brackenfell, South Africa.
TradeSafe
Corporate Round in 2020
TradeSafe is an independent online financial escrow platform based in South Africa, specializing in secure transaction management between individuals and other parties. The company acts as a trusted third party, ensuring that buyer funds and documentation are safely held in trust until both parties are satisfied with the terms of the transaction. By providing a secure environment for financial exchanges, TradeSafe minimizes the risks of fraud and misrepresentation, thereby enhancing the overall safety and success of transactions. The platform effectively safeguards clients' funds, allowing users to engage in transactions with confidence.
Payment24
Private Equity Round in 2020
Payment24 develops innovative technology for efficient fleet fuel management. Based in Cape Town with global reach, the company offers hi-tech payment solutions that eliminate fuel fraud and provide real-time tracking of employees' fuel consumption.