Cape Town · Pre-Seed–Series A · 14 people tracked
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Investment thesis
HAVAIC backs early-stage, high-growth, impactful technology companies, seeking innovative products, processes, or platforms that deliver real-world solutions with disruptive growth potential capable of scaling both locally and internationally. Based in Cape Town with investments across South Africa, Nigeria, and Kenya, the firm combines local knowledge and networks with international reach, strategic support, and capital-raising expertise. This approach aims to maximize the impact and returns for both its portfolio companies and its investors by connecting African innovation with global markets.
Source: firm website, verified Aug 3, 2026.
Team · 14 people
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What they invest in
from 18 of 24 portfolio companiesSaaS ×9Fintech ×6Consumer ×4Enterprise Software ×4AI & Machine Learning ×3Healthtech ×3B2B Marketplaces ×2Digital Health ×2
HQs:South Africa×9Nigeria×3Kenya×1United States×1
Investments · 24 tracked
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3X4 Genetics provides direct-to-consumer genetic testing and personalized health recommendations based on DNA analysis, focusing on nutrient needs, disease prevention, weight management, and stress response.
BiotechConsumerDigital HealthDirect to ConsumerHealthtechWellness & Fitness
Tony(CEO)
Aura provides personal safety and emergency response services through mobile applications, as well as on-demand property protection with alarm response and 24/7 emergency support globally.
ConsumerIoTSaaS
Co-investorsPartech VenturesAccelGeneral CatalystTen ElevenWarburg PincusWndrCo
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CrowdForce operates a mobile app enabling small merchants across Africa to function as banking service points without establishing formal branch infrastructure.
FintechGovTechAbuja, NG
Oluwatomi Ayorinde(Founder)inDamilola Ayorinde(Founder)in
Co-investors500 GlobalMAGIC FundVentures PlatformY CombinatorAruwa Capital
Entersekt provides digital banking and payment authentication solutions for financial institutions to detect and prevent fraud.
AI & Machine LearningCybersecurityEnterprise SoftwareFintechSaaS
Clare Conway(Chief Executive Officer)in
Co-investorsAccel-KKRConvergence PartnersEndeavor Catalyst
hearX develops mobile applications for hearing screening and monitoring using validated audio testing technology.
Digital HealthHealthtechMedical Devices
Co-investorsBose VenturesFuturegrowth Asset Management
Kuda is a digital banking service offering personal and business accounts with money transfers, savings, investments, cards, bill payments, and credit products like overdrafts and loans.
ConsumerEnterprise SoftwareFintech
Co-investorsEntrée CapitalODBAOutrun VenturesValar Ventures Llc
A platform that helps businesses build SMS subscriber lists through in-store or online text-to-join experiences, with built-in compliance features for regulatory requirements like TCPA, CTIA, and GDPR.
Marketing TechRetail TechSaaS
Tai-Lin Chen(Founder)in
Co-investorsKalon Venture PartnersFuturegrowth Asset Management
NjiaPay is a payment orchestration platform that routes transactions intelligently across multiple providers to maximize conversion rates and minimize costs.
Enterprise SoftwareFintechSaaSSouth Africa, ZA
Jonatan Allback(CEO & Co-Founder)Roderick Simons(CPTO & Co-Founder)Dean Hiine(MD South Africa & Co-founder)
Co-investorsNewion
rather.chat is an AI-powered WhatsApp platform that enables businesses to reach, engage, and convert customers through automated chatbot conversations, with a focus on real-time sales automation and lead capture.
AI & Machine LearningSaaSSales TechSouth Africa, ZA
Jonathan Elcock(Founder)in
Co-investors4Di Capital
RNR provides a platform for tracking and managing repairs and maintenance events across industries, helping businesses reduce downtime and improve operational visibility.
Enterprise SoftwareLogistics & Supply ChainMobility & TransportationSaaS
Co-investorsCapaci.Tech
SAPay is a cashless payment system for South Africa's minibus taxi and transport industry, letting passengers tap, scan, or use a card to pay fares and enabling drivers, owners, and associations to accept digital payments, track vehicles, and access insurance and financing benefits.
FintechMobility & Transportation
An e-commerce retailer selling fitness equipment and home gym products including treadmills, steppers, and exercise machines.
ConsumerDirect to ConsumerE-commerceHardwareHealthtechRetail TechNigeria, NG
Co-investorsEchoVC Partners
Sortd provides AI-driven email analytics and workflow tools for sales and customer success teams, delivering real-time alerts and insights directly within Gmail.
AI & Machine LearningFuture of WorkSaaSSales Tech
Jodine Holli Wolman(Founder)inRodney Kuhn(Founder)in
Co-investorsAntlerAntler Australia
Sportable develops a FIFA-certified connected soccer ball that captures real-time performance data to provide coaches, players, and analysts with actionable insights on technical skill, athlete workload, and match metrics.
HardwareIoTSports Tech
Dugald Macdonald(Founder)in
Co-investorsGuinness Ventures
Talk360 is a mobile calling app and payment infrastructure platform focused on Africa.
B2B MarketplacesFintechSaaSSouth Africa, ZA
Co-investors4Di CapitalE4E AfricaFirst CircleKalon Venture PartnersEQT Ventures
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Portfolio news
latest coverage across their companies
Aura · altss.com · Aug 11, 2026
Rather · indianretailer.com · Jul 17, 2026
Entersekt · pymnts.com · Mar 31, 2026
Talk360 · disruptafrica.com · Feb 12, 2026
hearX · trysignalbase.com · May 6, 2025
Frequently asked questions
- How many investments has HAVAIC made?
- HAVAIC has 24 tracked investments, 1 of which have exited.
- What stage does HAVAIC invest at?
- HAVAIC invests at the Pre-Seed, Seed, Series A stages.
- What sectors does HAVAIC focus on?
- HAVAIC focuses on AgTech, AI & Machine Learning, Deep Tech, Energy, Fintech, Healthtech, Impact & Social Good, Sector Agnostic.
- Where is HAVAIC located?
- HAVAIC is headquartered in Cape Town, ZA.
- Does HAVAIC lead rounds?
- HAVAIC typically participates in rounds rather than leading them.
- Who does HAVAIC co-invest with?
- HAVAIC most often shares deals with 4Di Capital, E4E Africa, Partech Ventures, among 18 tracked co-investors.
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