Imvelo Ventures

Imvelo Ventures is a black-owned and black-managed venture capital firm based in South Africa. Managed by Empowerment Capital Investment Partners and founded with backing from Capitec Bank, Imvelo is a licensed Financial Services Provider regulated by the Financial Services Conduct Authority and an approved SARS section 12J Venture Capital Company. The firm is committed to fast-tracking the growth ambitions of South African entrepreneurs through patient capital and active business support. Imvelo invests across multiple stages, from seed to venture rounds, with a demonstrated focus on South African companies. The firm provides long-term patient capital with no predefined exit horizon, alongside business building support, access to extensive networks, and hands-on management assistance when required. Imvelo charges no fees to investees and maintains strict minority investment positions, with board participation from experienced directors. The firm has backed companies in productivity and workspace solutions as well as financial technology and emerging sectors, reflecting its commitment to supporting innovative South African small and medium enterprises.