Initial member capital
A member-contribution base designed to mobilise meaningful growth capital.
NATC Growth Fund
The capital partner behind your next chapter.
The NATC Growth Fund is for growth-ready South African businesses looking for a capital partner: purpose-built growth capital, practical expertise and a member-led network that backs ambitious enterprises.
Growth capital, differently
Investment designed for business momentum.
NATC Growth Fund is South Africa’s only purpose-built member growth capital fund dedicated to investing in entrepreneurs and disruptors across the SME sector. It is designed for businesses that have proven their model and are ready to invest in the next stage.
Founded with an initial member contribution capital of R540 million, the Fund fills a critical market gap with flexible growth capital tailored to each business. Through a public-private partnership model, NATC members collaborate to connect capital, expertise and networks with practical growth plans.
Why NATC Growth Fund
Flexible capital.
True backing.
Public-private partnership
A collaborative model that brings business, partners and capability into the growth journey.
Purpose-built focus
Investment support tailored to entrepreneurs, disruptors and growth-ready enterprises.
WHAT FUNDING CAN UNLOCK
Meet demand
Invest in capacity, operational systems and teams when the market is asking for more.
Enter markets
Build the capability, relationships and readiness to pursue new regional or export opportunities.
Build the offer
Develop a new product, service or commercial channel with a clear route to growth.
Strengthen the business
Fund a strategic acquisition, leadership succession or step-change in business capability.
A growth partnership
More than funding.
Built for the long view.
Every partnership starts with a conversation about your business, its ambition and the outcomes that matter to you. Our purpose-led team brings a passion for SMEs, working alongside investee companies with the insight, introductions and practical support to help them thrive.
See the partnership process →Could the Fund be right for you?
Start with a straightforward conversation.
The Growth Fund is intended for established enterprises with a credible growth plan, a capable leadership team and a clear use for investment. Each opportunity is considered on its own merits.