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Key people at ZIG Capital.
ZIG Capital was founded in 2020 by Frank Fazzinga III (Co-Founder, Managing Partner).
ZIG Capital is a South African, 100% black-owned, youth-driven investment firm. It provides growth capital and strategic support to visionary businesses, amplifying their impact across various sectors. Its dynamic approach cultivates partnerships, adding value beyond capital and focusing on long-term, innovation-driven growth within the South African economic landscape.
The firm was established by a visionary leader rooted in South Africa, driven by an insight into youth empowerment and national potential. Born from the founder's experiences, ZIG Capital acts as a catalyst for change, fostering the next generation of leaders. The precise founding year is not specified, reflecting an emphasis on future impact.
ZIG Capital serves visionary entrepreneurs and businesses actively reshaping industries, providing capital and guidance. Its mission is to "Create Value Beyond Numbers" through investments. Long-term vision aims to empower next-generation leaders and innovators by driving impactful, sustainable investments, transforming youth potential into economic and social progress.
Key people at ZIG Capital.
ZIG Capital was founded in 2020 by Frank Fazzinga III (Co-Founder, Managing Partner).
ZIG Capital has 4 tracked investments across 3 companies. The latest tracked deal is $7.0M Series B in ZOZI in May 2011.
ZIG Capital is a youth-owned investment firm based in South Africa that focuses on backing ambitious entrepreneurs across sectors such as Advertising, Finance, ICT, Media, Mining, and Telecommunications. Their mission centers on driving sustainable growth and creating tangible value for stakeholders, entrepreneurs, and the broader South African public by investing in both growing businesses and established blue-chip companies. The firm emphasizes adding operational value to its portfolio companies to foster innovation and growth within the local ecosystem[1].
Founded as a 100% youth-owned firm, ZIG Capital was established by a team of dynamic, entrepreneurial financial experts with deep understanding of the South African private and public sectors. The firm’s evolution reflects a commitment to youth empowerment and innovation, positioning itself as a leading youth investment firm in South Africa. The founders’ backgrounds in finance and entrepreneurship shaped ZIG Capital’s unique approach to investing, focusing on sectors critical to South Africa’s economic development[1].
ZIG Capital rides the trend of youth-led innovation and entrepreneurship in emerging markets, particularly within South Africa. The timing is significant as the country seeks to diversify its economy and foster technology-driven growth. By investing in sectors like ICT and media, ZIG Capital supports the digital transformation of traditional industries, helping to modernize the economy and create jobs. Their involvement strengthens the startup ecosystem by providing capital and expertise tailored to local challenges and opportunities, thus influencing broader economic development and innovation in the region[1].
Looking ahead, ZIG Capital is poised to expand its influence as a leading youth investment firm in South Africa, potentially scaling its portfolio and deepening its sectoral expertise. Trends such as digital transformation, fintech growth, and media innovation will likely shape their investment focus. Their youth-driven model and value-add approach position them well to capitalize on emerging opportunities and continue driving sustainable growth in the South African economy. As they grow, their role as a catalyst for youth entrepreneurship and innovation will likely strengthen, reinforcing their mission to back ambition and create lasting impact[1].
