IDF Capital

WE’RE HIRING—Credit Analyst! Join our team and help drive investments in high-growth businesses. We’re looking for someone with financial services experience, skilled in credit assessment, financial analysis, and risk evaluation. Apply: hr@idf.co.za Closing date: 26 Sept '25

Our CEO, @PoloLeteka, joins Tinyiko Valoyi of @ChanzoCapital for a fireside chat at the AFA@12 Roadshow today at @GEN22OnSloane. Proud moment for @IDF_Capital as we continue driving inclusive VC across Africa.

Our GCIO, @Mahlengitn, will be speaking at the @SMESouthAfrica Funding Summit 2025 today. @IDF_Capital, we are deeply committed to empowering entrepreneurs and accelerating the growth of SMEs. #SME #Entrepreneurship #Funding #Inclusivegrowth #IDFCapital @PoloLeteka

@PoloLeteka joins #Afawa’s panel discussion on “Like-Minded Financial Partners: Driving Innovation in Financing for Women Entrepreneurs.” As the first female-owned & led multi-fund manager, we understand & believe that women-led businesses are the backbone of Africa’s growth.

It takes a village — and at the heart of every child’s growth is the love of a family. Today, we celebrate the support systems that shape young lives. 💛👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

Ahead of #AVCA2025, we hosted Alitheia IDF’s Investor Day- a space to align on purpose, share portfolio milestones, and spotlight how gender-lens capital is scaling resilient businesses across Africa. Learn more: alitheiaidf.com #GenderLensInvesting

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Ahead of #AVCA2025, we welcomed our partners to Alitheia Capital’s Investor Day. A moment to reflect on progress, align on purpose, and share how smart capital is driving real change across Africa. Learn more: thealitheia.com

🔊 Key Takeaways from ABSIP President Polo Leteka at the Transformation Fund Minister’s Business Breakfast ABSIP was honoured to attend the Transformation Fund Minister’s Business Breakfast, where our President, Polo Leteka, delivered a powerful and thought-provoking address. Her message centred on how the Transformation Fund can be a true catalyst for inclusive and sustainable economic change. Here are the five key takeaways from her remarks: 1️⃣ Access to Funding is Critical It’s not enough to have a fund in place—real transformation happens when access is equitable. We must remove the barriers that prevent black businesses and entrepreneurs from reaching capital. 2️⃣ Post-Funding Support is Non-Negotiable Funding is just the starting point. Mentorship, market access, and capacity building are vital to ensure that businesses grow, scale, and succeed. 3️⃣ Build a Funding-Ready Pipeline Transformation requires a strong ecosystem of prepared entrepreneurs. That means investing in early-stage support to develop enterprises that can effectively absorb funding and deliver impact. 4️⃣ Prioritise Research, Development & Reskilling Innovation isn't a luxury—it's a necessity. As industries evolve, we must commit to reskilling and upskilling our people to remain competitive and empowered. 5️⃣ Reframe the B-BBEE Narrative B-BBEE isn’t just a compliance tool—it represents the 'S' in ESG and reflects our commitment to social responsibility. Let’s lead the conversation and position it as a global standard for inclusive growth. ABSIP continues to champion bold ideas and real action toward economic inclusion and transformation. Stay engaged—there’s more to come. The Call for Comment on the Draft is still open, please view here: absipconnect.com/articles/call-… #ABSIP #TransformationFund #AccessToCapital #ESG #BBBEE #EconomicInclusion #Innovation #Leadership #TransformationMatters

Only 10 made the cut. Haul247, an Alitheia Capital portfolio company, is among the Africa CEO Forum’s 2025 Disruptive African Startups, bold African ventures redefining scale and impact. Proud to back the next generation. linkedin.com/posts/africa-c…

Innovation is female, climate-smart, and digital. Proud of Mira Mehta of Tomato Jos, one of our women-led portfolio stars for judging the #FMNPFI. She champions the kind of founders we fund: Women-led, Climate-resilient, Digitally driven

Gauteng Funding Symposium We extend our sincerest gratitude to all funding institutions that participated in the Gauteng Funding Symposium. Your commitment makes a significant impact on the entrepreneurial ecosystem!

Today, we celebrate the powerful women driving economic growth. As a women-led fund manager, @IDFCapital champions investing in female-owned businesses, shaping the GLI narrative. To all the phenomenal women making a difference—we see you, we celebrate you,& we support you!

Here's to a new year, presenting you with newer and greater opportunities. We've officially reopened and are ready to provide you with all the financial and non-financial support you need to grow your business. Learn more at idf.co.za.

Thank you for backing Credipple @IDF_Capital 🌟

Our GCIO, @HlengiweMakhathini, participated as a panellist at the @AESIS_summit on investing through women and in women. The session explored innovations and strategies driving female-focused investments and empowering women entrepreneurs and leaders. @PoloLeteka #ABAN #VC4A

We also celebrate our portfolio companies' achievements: @netcampusZA : Telkom People's Choice & Tech Woman of the Year Award @DroppaZA : Job Creation of the Year Award @credipple : Tech for Good Award @MzaliDevelopment: Corporate People's Choice & Resilience Award.

@IDF_Capital & @iminstartuphub received the Ecosystem Partners Award at the @TelkomFutureMakers Awards in recognition of being an integral part of the Telkom’s ecosystem, supporting and enabling access to markets, funding, and networks for FutureMaker’s entrepreneurs. @PoloLeteka

🔴Now on stage, @IDF_Capital CEO, @PoloLeteka at the Township Entrepreneurs Alliance—TEA Summit & Expo to share invaluable insights on Empowering Entrepreneurs—Unlocking Capital and Fueling Growth. #Teas #JoinusForTea #InclusiveEconomicFuture

🏆Congratulations to one of our Investee company @Ivili and CEO, @MrsLilithaD, on a double win at the BMF Achievement Awards! Lilitha was honored with the 'BMF Young Professional of the Year Award, while Ivili received the 'BMF Impact Award for SMMEs. #IviliGroup @PoloLeteka