Fund vehicle

Rockwood Fund I

Compiled from public sources

Rockwood Fund I is a South African leveraged buyout and growth capital fund established to invest in medium- to large-sized enterprises across Sub-Saharan Africa. Managed by Rockwood Private Equity, the fund was formed following the spin-out of the Absa Capital Private Equity team. The fund targets businesses with experienced management teams and strong market positions, focusing on providing capital for buyouts, late-stage expansion, and business development. Its primary investment objective is to maximise value through substantial equity stakes in companies capable of delivering high returns within a risk-managed environment.

Manager
Rockwood Private Equity (Pty) Ltd
Vintage
2005
Strategy
Private Equity
Size
$915m
Status
Fully Invested

Disclosed limited partners

Sources

  1. Partner Researchers, accessed 14 November 2026