Top 7 Angel Investors in South Africa (2025)

Last Updated: June 25, 2025

Total Investments

3

Successful Exits

1

Active Investors

7

Top Investors in South Africa

Introduction to South Africa's Investment Ecosystem

South Africa has emerged as a vibrant ecosystem for startups and angel investors. In this comprehensive guide, we'll explore the most active and successful angel investors in the South Africa area, based on their investment history, portfolio performance, and industry expertise.

Introduction to South Africa's Investment Ecosystem

South Africa has emerged as a vibrant ecosystem for startups and angel investors. In this comprehensive guide, we'll explore the most active and successful angel investors in the South Africa area, based on their investment history, portfolio performance, and industry expertise.

How We Selected Top South Africa Investors

Our rankings are based on several key factors:

  • Number of investments made
  • Successful exits
  • Industry diversity and expertise
  • Team size and experience
  • Market presence and reputation
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Sandile Shabangu

South Africa, Africa

Investments 1
Exits 0
Team Size 0
Industries

Background & Investment Philosophy

The Servant of the African Startup Ecosystem.

Notable Investments

StartupApp

Abdel Banda

South Africa, Africa

Investments 1
Exits 1
Team Size 0
Industries

Background & Investment Philosophy

Abdel Banda - Director - Africa @ Edison Chouest Offshore

Notable Investments

Geli

Tjaart van der Waalt

South Africa, Africa

Investments 1
Exits 0
Team Size 0
Industries

Background & Investment Philosophy

Tjaart holds a BCom Accounting degree and obtained a PhD in Chemical Engineering in 1992. His research focused on the development of new art...

Notable Investments

Darabase

Jefferson Rumanyika

South Africa

Investments 0
Exits 0
Team Size 0
Industries Education, FinTech, MarketingTech, Crypto/Web3, Web3/Blockchain

Background & Investment Philosophy

Venture Scout at LvlUp Ventures

Daniël Swiegers

South Africa

Investments 0
Exits 0
Team Size 0
Industries Enterprise, Consumer Internet

Background & Investment Philosophy

Head of the Investment at simple.capital

Olivier Buyoya

South Africa, Africa

Investments 0
Exits 0
Team Size 0
Industries

Background & Investment Philosophy

Olivier Buyoya, IFCвАЩs Country Manager.

Alison Collier

South Africa, Africa

Investments 0
Exits 0
Team Size 0
Industries

Background & Investment Philosophy

Alison Collier Managing director at Endeavor.

Key Findings

  • Average investments per investor: 0.4
  • Most active sectors: Consumer Internet, Crypto/Web3, Education, Enterprise, FinTech
  • Success rate (exits/investments): 33.3%

The Future of South Africa's Investment Scene

The South Africa angel investment landscape continues to evolve and grow. These top investors have demonstrated consistent success in identifying and supporting promising startups. Whether you're a founder looking for investment or an aspiring angel investor, these individuals represent some of the most knowledgeable and active participants in the South Africa startup ecosystem.

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