Similo Global
Independent Investment Holding Company
Specializing in Aviation, Financial Services, Mining, and Property Sectors
An independent investment holding company with global focus
We are an independent investment holding company with focus in aviation, financial services, mining, and property sectors across the globe.
Inherent in our business approach is a truly collaborative spirit that first and foremost seeks to deliver tangible value and optimal returns to our business partners.
Strategic investments in airport infrastructure, aviation services, and related technologies.
Investments in banking, insurance, fintech, and wealth management solutions.
Strategic positions in mineral resources, mining operations, and related industries.
Investments in commercial, residential, and industrial real estate developments.
Guiding principles for global investment excellence
Our vision is to own proprietary knowledge and asset base that is key in growing our sectors of focus.
We aim to create sustainable value through strategic investments and partnerships that transform industries and deliver long-term growth.
Our mission is to break the hegemony within the value chain of these sectors by harnessing collective knowledge, experience and expertise of like minded partners.
We intend to produce ground breaking solutions that move our sectors of focus forward through innovation and strategic collaboration.
The foundation of our investment philosophy
We take full responsibility for our investment decisions and their outcomes, maintaining transparency with our partners.
Building lasting relationships through reliability, integrity, and consistent performance.
Conducting business with the highest ethical standards and commitment to sustainable development.
Serving the global community through investments that create positive social and economic impact.
Guiding our global investment strategy
Sibusiso is a seasoned professional with experience spanning over two decades in financial management, corporate finance, private equity, project finance and aviation.
This experience has been acquired in blue chip companies like Sanlam, Old Mutual, Ernst & Young, Nedbank and Airport Company South Africa (ACSA).
BEE transaction leadership
Sale to Bain Capital
Leveraged buyout by Actis
Debt arrangement for listing
Project financing leadership
Commercial management through COVID-19 recovery
Connect with our investment team
Rietfontein Road, Rivonia, Johannesburg 2191
Main Office
sibusiso.sibiya@similo.co.za
+27 (74) 865 6574
Monday - Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday & Sunday: Closed