Our approach

How we invest.

Five steps from first conversation to lasting value. What founders can expect, and how we make investment decisions.

Operating model

Income today. Value across generations.

The same five steps guide every investment we make. Tap a step for details.

01
We source opportunities across South Africa through nReach Capital, School of Scale and the 01:54 partner network.
02
We structure secured debt and equity participation around each business's cash flows, growth plans and ownership priorities.
03
We embed the School of Scale operating system across governance, talent, technology and market expansion, with ongoing financial monitoring.
04
Interest, principal repayments and dividends fund reinvestment into existing businesses and new opportunities.
05
We hold while value builds and realise selectively, recycling capital. Our horizon follows the opportunity, with no fixed fund expiry.

For founders

For investors