# RMB Corvest

> RMB Corvest is a VC fund in Gauteng backing Manufacturing and Mining. See 20 investments, check sizes, portfolio and contact details. Updated Aug 2026.

- Type: VC Fund
- Location: Gauteng, South Africa
- Total investments: 20
- Last investment: Nov 2025
- Lead investor: 70%
- Last updated: Aug 2026
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/rmb-corvest/about/
- X (Twitter): https://www.twitter.com/rmb_gm
- Website: http://www.rmbcorvest.co.za/

RMB Corvest is a private equity company in the FirstRand Group specialising in MBOs, MBIs and BEE transactions. Founded in 1989, its aim is to invest in established, well-managed businesses that have a proven track record of solid performance. With almost 200 deals completed to date, an established track record, staff well experienced in privateequity and access to the resources of RMB, it offers a comprehensive private equity solution.

## Contacts

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## Investment focus

### Industry

| Industry | Investments | Share |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Manufacturing | 3 | 15% |
| Mining | 2 | 10% |
| Education | 2 | 10% |
| Higher Education | 2 | 10% |
| Telecommunications | 2 | 10% |

32 industries tracked in total.

### Stage

| Stage | Investments | Share |
| --- | --- | --- |
| Private Equity | 14 | 70% |
| Funding Round | 1 | 5% |

### Country

| Country | Investments | Share |
| --- | --- | --- |
| South Africa | 12 | 60% |
| United Kingdom | 2 | 10% |

## Team

| Name | Title | Investments | Profile |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Andrew Sprenger | Private Equity Transactor | 1 | https://shizune.co/investors/profile/andrew-sprenger-e32b |
| Fahmida Potgieter | Private Equity Transactor | 1 | https://shizune.co/investors/profile/fahmida-potgieter |
| Mike Donaldson | Chief Executive Officer | 2 | https://shizune.co/investors/profile/mike-donaldson-341c |
| Shaun Cabrita | Executive | 1 | https://shizune.co/investors/profile/shaun-cabrita |

## Investments

| Company | Description | Amount | Stage | Date | Website |
| --- | --- | --- | --- | --- | --- |
| SolarSaver | SolarSaver offers customized solar photovoltaic and solar-battery hybrid solutions. | $60M | Private Equity | Nov 10, 2025 |  |
| Fusion Landscaping & Facilities | Fusion Landscaping & Facilities is a professional landscaping, fencing maintenance company specialising in new builds and commercial spaces. |  | Private Equity | Nov 08, 2024 |  |
| Switch Telecom | Switch Telecom is a service provider that operates an advanced VoIP network which provides reliable VoIP solutions for home & business |  | Private Equity | Oct 24, 2023 |  |
| Switch Telecom | Switch Telecom is a service provider that operates an advanced VoIP network which provides reliable VoIP solutions for home & business |  | Private Equity | Oct 24, 2023 |  |
| South African National Tutor Services | SANTS Private Higher Education Institution specializes in providing comprehensive teacher education programs. It offers a range of qualifications including a Diploma in Grade R Teaching and Bachelor of Education in Foundation Phase Teaching. The institution caters to the evolving needs of the education sector by offering its courses in a distancelearning format supported by online resources. SANTS is committed to addressing educational challenges such as school violence through its curriculum and support services, aiming to equip educators with the skills and knowledge necessary for fostering safe and conducive learning environments. |  | Private Equity | Aug 16, 2023 |  |
| South African National Tutor Services | SANTS Private Higher Education Institution specializes in providing comprehensive teacher education programs. It offers a range of qualifications including a Diploma in Grade R Teaching and Bachelor of Education in Foundation Phase Teaching. The institution caters to the evolving needs of the education sector by offering its courses in a distancelearning format supported by online resources. SANTS is committed to addressing educational challenges such as school violence through its curriculum and support services, aiming to equip educators with the skills and knowledge necessary for fostering safe and conducive learning environments. |  | Private Equity | Aug 16, 2023 |  |
| Manholes 4 Africa | m4a (Pty) Ltd specializes in the manufacturing of composite and plastics products designed for the utilities networks industry. As an Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM), the company offers a comprehensive range of products including access chambers, microducts, bundled microducts (multiducts), sub ducts, corrugated pipes, axsCHAMBERS™,cnktCLOSURES™, fibreDUCT™, and fibreCABLE™. These products cater to the telecommunications sector, providing end-to-end solutions for infrastructure needs. m4a (Pty) Ltd is recognized for its innovative approach in developing polymer and composite civil infrastructure solutions. The company holds ISO9001 certification, ensuring high standards in quality management systems. |  | Private Equity | Aug 01, 2023 |  |
| Hawco | Hawco supports a diverse range of manufacturers in the UK, Europe, and North America advising them on what's possible. |  | Private Equity | Jul 25, 2023 |  |
| SolarSaver | SolarSaver offers customized solar photovoltaic and solar-battery hybrid solutions. |  | Private Equity | Nov 02, 2022 |  |
| Brunel Laboratoria | Brunel is a privately owned pharmaceutical business with a primary footprint in South Africa. |  | Private Equity | Jun 15, 2022 |  |

10 of 20 investments shown.

## Co-investors
- [Umoya Capital Partners](https://shizune.co/investors/profile/umoya-capital-partners) — VC Fund, 4 deals together
- [Imbani](https://shizune.co/investors/profile/imbani) — VC Fund, 3 deals together
- [Shalamuka Capital](https://shizune.co/investors/profile/shalamuka-capital) — VC Fund, 3 deals together
- [Calibre Capital](https://shizune.co/investors/profile/calibre-capital) — VC Fund, 2 deals together
- [Espin Capital](https://shizune.co/investors/profile/espin-capital) — VC Fund, 1 deal together
- [FMO](https://shizune.co/investors/profile/fmo) — VC Fund, 1 deal together

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## FAQ

### What does RMB Corvest invest in?

RMB Corvest invests primarily in Manufacturing, Mining and Education startups, most often at Private Equity and Funding Round stage. Most of the 20 investments tracked by Shizune back companies in South Africa. The Investment Focus section breaks down every industry, stage and country in the portfolio.

### How do I contact RMB Corvest?

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### Who are the partners at RMB Corvest?

The team at RMB Corvest includes Andrew Sprenger (Private Equity Transactor), Fahmida Potgieter (Private Equity Transactor) and Mike Donaldson (Chief Executive Officer). The Team section lists each member with their title, investment count and links.

### Is Shizune's investor data accurate?

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