Tag: fundraising
Overcoming capital raising challenges in a crowded PE market
The private equity (PE) fundraising landscape, historically dynamic and competitive, has become increasingly challenging in recent years. As a number of funds compete for limited investor capital, a consistent question we get as fund formation lawyers is: "How have successful asset manager clients secured capital in this crowded market?"
Strategic structuring – the keystone of startup success
In the fast-paced world of startups, particularly those breaking new ground, the excitement of innovation and market disruption often takes centre stage. However, amidst this buzz, it's crucial for startups to prioritise their foundational business structures from the outset.
Surge in funding for universities, but stark inequality remains
A study commissioned by Inyathelo, the South African Institute for Advancement, has revealed a significant increase in philanthropic funding for South African universities. However, the research also exposes deep-seated disparities in funding distribution that continue to plague the higher education sector.
The business case for NPO capacity building
The COVID-19 pandemic has underscored the need for corporate partners and funders to ensure the stability and sustainability of non-profit organisations (NPOs) by helping them to build the capacity they need. The role that NPOs play in society has never been more starkly illustrated than during the COVID-19 pandemic.
What does entrepreneurship look like in the new normal?
For years, we’ve been told that entrepreneurs are key to South Africa’s economic growth and job creation. If we had any hope of escaping quarter after quarter of sluggish growth (or recession), we were told, we needed to support and invest in entrepreneurs.
