The University of KwaZulu-Natal Mafia
14 people studied at University of KwaZulu-Natal and went on to found or lead other companies.
Thomas OtterBA (hons)Founded Acadian Ventures Management, LlcHayden SommerLLBFounded Energy Revolution VenturesRay LiuStudy Abroad (Summer)Founded Vena VitalsMathew HaswellBachelor of Social Sciences (BsocSci)Founded RefiantSteve PeraltaBachelor of Arts (B.A.)Founded UnmindEdmund S. JacksonBscEngFounded UnityaiJames DawsonBSoc SciFounded Humble GrapeGreg GuyeBachelor of CommerceFounded MagicorangeMatt PutmanBachelor of ArtsFounded iKhokhaBarry KaytonBAFounded CognicianPatrick KaytonBachelor of Arts, HonoursFounded CognicianPaul CruickshankBachelor of Commerce - BComFounded RCL FoodsJonty NelB. CommFounded FwcasColleen ChennellsBachelor of Arts - BAFounded LegalFundi
Frequently asked questions
- What is the University of KwaZulu-Natal mafia?
- The University of KwaZulu-Natal mafia is the network of 14 people who studied at University of KwaZulu-Natal and went on to found or lead other companies, including Acadian Ventures Management, Llc, Energy Revolution Ventures, Vena Vitals, Refiant, Unmind.
- Who is in the University of KwaZulu-Natal mafia?
- Notable members include Thomas Otter (Acadian Ventures Management, Llc), Hayden Sommer (Energy Revolution Ventures), Ray Liu (Vena Vitals), Mathew Haswell (Refiant), Steve Peralta (Unmind), Edmund S. Jackson (Unityai), James Dawson (Humble Grape), Greg Guye (Magicorange), among 14 tracked members.
- What companies did University of KwaZulu-Natal alumni found?
- Companies founded by University of KwaZulu-Natal alumni include Acadian Ventures Management, Llc, Energy Revolution Ventures, Vena Vitals, Refiant, Unmind, Unityai, Humble Grape, Magicorange, iKhokha, Cognician.












