Draft:Kili Capital
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| Formerly | Kili Enterprises Pty Ltd |
|---|---|
| Company type | Private |
| Industry | Private equity, venture capital, investment management |
| Founded | 2015 |
Key people | Erick Maleko (Managing Partner), Juan Zizi (Vice President) |
Number of employees | 2–3 |
| Website | https://www.kilicapital.com.au |
Kili Capital is a privately held global investment management and advisory firm headquartered in Adelaide, South Australia. Founded in 2015, the firm operates across private equity, venture capital, and strategic advisory, including an in-house startup incubator and accelerator. Kili Capital emphasizes human-capital-backed investments and impact investing, and maintains operations across Australia, the Asia-Pacific region, Sub-Saharan Africa, and North America.
History
[edit]Kili Capital was established in 2015 under the original name Kili Enterprises Pty Ltd.[1] It later rebranded to Kili Capital and expanded its reach across emerging markets and developed economies. The firm is led by founder and managing partner Erick Maleko, alongside vice president Juan Zizi.[2]
Strategy
[edit]Kili Capital employs a hybrid private equity and venture capital model, combining traditional investment structures with entrepreneurial capital formation. The firm targets value-oriented opportunities, including early-stage ventures and buyout opportunities, with a focus on scalable platforms and recurring revenue models.[3]
Investment Focus
[edit]The firm invests across a wide range of sectors, including:
- Information and Communication Technology (ICT)
- Shared mobility
- Fintech
- Digital media and analytics
- Equipment leasing
- AgTech and food logistics
- Retail and distribution
Kili Capital has executed multiple direct investments, including in:
- Bepali – a shared mobility and vehicle leasing platform
- Global Asset Brokerage – a private wealth management and financial advisory company
- Kili (e-commerce)
- Masawe (undisclosed)
- Kijogo.com (IT services)[1]
Geographic Footprint
[edit]Kili Capital operates in four core regions:
- Australia – where it is headquartered and incubates technology and logistics ventures.
- Asia-Pacific – participating in cross-border investment opportunities.
- Sub-Saharan Africa – with particular focus on Tanzania and the SADC region, home to over 750 million people.[3]
- North America – engaged in co-investments and M&A advisory services in the lower-middle market.
Incubator and Accelerator
[edit]Kili Capital also runs a startup incubator and accelerator designed to foster local entrepreneurial ecosystems, especially in Tanzania. This program aims to bridge the capital gap for startups in emerging economies by providing operational expertise and seed funding.[4]
Leadership
[edit]- Erick Maleko – Founder and Managing Partner
- Juan Zizi – Vice President
Recognition
[edit]In 2021, WebNewsWire published an interview with founder Erick Maleko, which cited an estimated assets under management (AUM) figure of approximately AUD 500 million at the time.[5]
References
[edit]- ^ a b "Kili Capital Profile: Investments & Exits". PitchBook.
- ^ "Kili Capital — LinkedIn Profile". LinkedIn.
- ^ a b c "Kili Capital: Building the Next Generation Investment Holding Company". SubmitMyPR. 18 July 2024.
- ^ "Venture Capital — Kili Capital". KiliCapital.com.au.
- ^ "A Conversation With Erick Maleko, Founder of Kili Capital". WebNewsWire. 27 December 2021.