Discover if this is a suitable investor for your startup. If they are we'll make a warm introduction for free. Otherwise, we'll connect you with matching investors.
Knife Capital is a venture capital investment manager founded in 2010 and based in South Africa. The firm originated from the South African division of 'Here Be Dragons,' an investment group established by Mark Shuttleworth. Knife Capital manages multiple funds, including Knife Fund I, Knife Fund II (KNF Ventures), and Knife Fund III, focusing on high-growth technology-enabled SMEs.
Knife Capital invests in seed, Series A, and growth equity stages, targeting companies with strong technological competence and potential for international success. The firm emphasizes structured investments in businesses with well-defined products, recurring revenues, and capable management teams. Key sectors include AI, fintech, healthcare, edtech, and consumer commerce.
Notable portfolio companies include Optique, a digitally-enabled eye care provider; Sticitt, a fintech company enhancing school payments; Simera Sense, which manufactures optical payloads for nanosatellites; Kasha, a digital retail platform for health goods; Outsized, a talent marketplace; Snapplify, an EdTech company; and DataProphet, offering AI solutions for manufacturing.
Email info@knifecap.com with your deck to pitch Knife Capital.
Yes, Knife Capital often leads investment rounds, particularly in their targeted sectors.
The firm actively participates in follow-on investments for portfolio companies that demonstrate strong growth potential.
Specific fund sizes are not disclosed, but Knife Capital manages multiple funds aimed at supporting high-growth SMEs.
All trademarks, logos and brand names are the property of their respective owners. All company, product and service names used in this website are for identification purposes only. Use of these names, trademarks, and brands does not imply endorsement.