Mid-Market M&A Specialists
Kensington Capital is an independent specialist corporate finance and M&A advisory firm, providing strategic advice to business owners, shareholders, investors and institutions across complex mid-market and large-cap transactions.
We partner with South African businesses to help shareholders create, realise and maximise value throughout their growth-to-exit journey. We typically advise on transactions valued between R50 million and R3 billion, serving established businesses with annual revenues exceeding R100 million and EBITDA of more than R15 million.
Our client base includes private companies, private equity firms, multinational corporations, investment holding companies, family-owned businesses, state-owned entities and high-net-worth individuals.
Through our extensive network of local, African and international buyers, investors and lenders, we connect clients with the right counterparties, create competitive transaction processes and maximise shareholder value.
We provide objective, partner-led advice across acquisitions, disposals, capital raising, valuations and strategic transactions, combining senior-led execution, deep market insight and disciplined delivery to achieve successful outcomes.
Services:
- M&A Advisory
- Debt & Capital Advisory
- Transaction Support
Senior-Led Execution. Trusted Outcomes.
Our team brings over 50 years of combined transaction experience, advising founder-led businesses, corporates, and multinational institutions across South Africa and the broader SADC region.
We operate with professionalism, independence, and integrity ensuring our advice remains objective and aligned with our clients’ strategic goals. Our focus is on building long-term partnerships and delivering outcomes that drive sustainable value.
As a proudly Level 1 B-BBEE certified corporate finance advisory firm, we combine local insight with a broad and established network of investors, funders, and strategic counterparties.
Our track record spans listed and unlisted clients across multiple sectors, reflecting both the quality of our advice and our ability to execute.
The Kensington Capital Difference
Independent advice. Senior execution. Mid-market expertise.
Senior-Led, Hands-On Execution
Every mandate is led by experienced dealmakers — not delegated. You get direct access, sharper judgement, and faster decision-making throughout the transaction.
Relentless Focus on Outcomes
We don’t just advise — we execute. From positioning to closing, we drive momentum, manage complexity, and stay accountable to delivering the right outcome.
Deep Mid-Market Focus
We specialise in founder-led and privately owned businesses and our sector understanding, buyer networks, and transaction experience are built specifically for this segment, not adapted from elsewhere.
Selected Client Portfolio
50+ Years Experience | Listed & Unlisted Clients | Cross-Sector Coverage
