About E Squared Co-Investment

Operating in partnership with prominent lead investors, E2C makes strategic co-investments into companies demonstrating strong commercial potential and committed to meaningful impact. To be considered, businesses must be majority BEE owned.

E2C is open to businesses not founded by Allan Gray Fellows, and is positioned to co-fund transactions that meet the following criteria:

  • Geographic Focus: Headquartered or materially operating in South Africa;
  • Stage: Series A and later;
  • Global Ambition: Demonstrated intent and capability to expand internationally within 18 months.

All opportunities are subject to a formal investment process, including rigorous due-diligence and Investment Committee approval.

E2C seeks to back businesses with clear growth trajectories, strong leadership, and credible lead investors aligned with E Squared’s values and impact objectives.

Application Process

Funding requests are subject to a rigorous screening and due diligence process conducted by the E Squared investment team in collaboration with external service providers. The process culminates in the preparation of a comprehensive Investment Memorandum (IM) for submission to E Squared’s Investment Committee for approval.

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