At Othongathi Investments, our mission is simple yet profound: “We are about being good and doing good.” As a distinguished South African family office and impact investment firm, we are committed to harnessing the potential of businesses and investments to drive lasting social change.

Who We Are

We are more than just investors; we are builders of businesses that make a difference. Our focus lies in cultivating enterprises that not only succeed financially but also uplift marginalized and vulnerable communities across South Africa.

What Drives Us

Rooted in the rich traditions of African and Eastern philosophies, our journey is fueled by a deep-seated passion for innovation and ethical leadership. Our founding family’s commitment to creating a positive societal impact motivates us to challenge conventions, innovate relentlessly, and lead by example.

Our organisation is inspired by the founding Family’s deep desire and passion to building and succeeding in business in democratic South Africa. We want to create impact by elevating our businesses to innovate, lead and challenge conventional thinking. In doing so, success is yielded.

Our Approach

We build and create new innovative businesses from the ground up. We rebuild businesses that have the potential to become strong and scalable. With this approach and the anticipated yield, we then solve for the fundamental societal challenges.

Executing our projects is at the core of our success.

Through doing business well, we aim to create impact to improve livelihoods in marginalised, vulnerable and underserved communities within South Africa.

Our Team

At Othongathi Investments, we transcend traditional investment roles. We are dedicated builders of businesses that drive meaningful change. Our focus extends beyond financial success to fostering enterprises that uplift marginalized and vulnerable communities throughout South Africa.

We have a team of skilled and passionate individuals behind our mission. Our team is committed to making a positive impact through strategic investments and sustainable growth.

Get involved

Together, we can achieve more. Join us in our mission to create meaningful change, spark conversations that matter, and inspire others to join us on this transformative journey. Let’s build a brighter future for all, together