Boutique corporate finance practice tackling the most complex assignments with expertise and innovation — always securing the best financial solutions for our clients across Africa.
Confianza is a boutique corporate finance practice in Gaborone, Botswana, offering specialised services including debt raising, equity raising, mergers, acquisitions, disposals, divestitures, and corporate restructuring and strategy.
Established in 2017, the firm is owner managed and controlled, with a demonstrable track record of capital raising and transaction advisory across sectors including property, financial services, infrastructure, tourism, healthcare, and renewable energy.
The firm's client base comprises corporates, institutional clients and HNW investors ranging from large, medium and small caps — built on a reputation for quality, innovation, independence, and integrity.
Explore Our ServicesDeep market knowledge & professional excellence
Creative financial structuring solutions
Owner-managed, conflict-free advisory
Principled, client-first at every stage
We go beyond surface knowledge. Our team has a deep understanding of the African landscape, cultural nuances, and evolving legal frameworks, allowing us to tailor solutions that meet your specific needs.
We believe in projects that not only generate returns but also empower communities and foster sustainable development across Africa.
We strive to be principled and fair, always acting in our clients' best interests.
We strive to exceed expectations and deliver excellence in everything we do.
We work as a team, committed to developing and growing our most valuable resource — people.
We develop new solutions by leveraging the collective expertise of our teams.
A diverse team of seasoned professionals with deep expertise across finance, law, and strategy.
Founded Confianza Capital in 2017. Former CEO African Alliance, former Group FD Sefalana and former Group Financial Accountant Debswana. Holds a BComm Accounting from the University of Botswana.
Seasoned consultant with 35 years of experience in strategic planning, change management and implementing the Balanced Scorecard. Bachelor of Business Management, Salford University.
Over a decade of expertise in financial services. Extensive knowledge in investment analysis and business valuations. Bachelor of Finance, University of Botswana. Pursuing a Master's in Financial Engineering.
Background in Legal Risk and Compliance Management. Experienced in risk assessments, due diligence, regulatory reporting and compliance implementation. BSc and LLB, University of Cape Town.
CA (SA) — Independent Corporate Finance Practitioner. Co-Advisory Partner evaluating deals independently.
B.Bus Sc and Hons, University of Cape Town — Independent Advisor bringing specialist industry expertise.
Comprehensive capital raising, project finance, and advisory services. We tackle the toughest deals with creativity and expertise.
From deal origination to post-disbursement compliance — a rigorous end-to-end transaction lifecycle.
We balance the funding requirements of our clients with the risk appetite of investors — with access to pension funds, asset managers, local and international banks, insurance funds and corporates.
Track record of alpha creation and a robust deal pipeline that drives capital markets development.
Rigorous frameworks and disciplined execution to secure the best terms and fastest closures.
Ongoing support post-transaction for compliance, performance optimisation and sustained value.
Groundbreaking partnerships unlocking local and global capital for maximum value creation across Africa.
From deal conception to structuring and securing capital — navigating every step of the investment journey.
Combining public and private sector resources to unlock the full potential of African assets.
"We believe in projects that not only generate returns but also empower communities and foster sustainable development across Africa."
A broad cross-section of corporates, institutional clients and HNW investors — large, medium and small cap.
A demonstrable track record of market-leading transactions across Botswana and Africa — from debt structuring to sustainable finance.
Project & Corporate Finance
Structured and arranged a senior debt facility enabling property portfolio consolidation and balance sheet optimisation.
Structured Equity & Sustainable Finance
End-to-end capital raising for a 20MW solar IPP — equity, mezzanine debt, and green bond structuring with DFI co-financing.
Structured Equity & Fund Commitments
Structured and raised growth equity enabling national expansion of legal insurance services across Botswana and neighbouring markets.
Infrastructure Advisory
Delivered a bankable feasibility study, robust financial model, and lender advisory package for a strategic infrastructure project.
"Confianza's work was exceptionally thorough and accelerated our fundraising timeline significantly."
Investment Director, PICCorporate Finance & M&A Advisory
Advised on acquisition financing and deal structuring for the purchase of a premier eco-lodge in the Okavango Delta region.
Financial Services Advisory
Ongoing advisory mandate defining the investment strategy, ESG framework, and portfolio construction approach for a new impact fund.
More projects available upon request. All client details shared subject to confidentiality agreements.
Discuss Your ProjectSeven years of consistent growth in capital deployed, deal volume, and sector diversification across the region.
Ready to discuss your capital requirements or advisory needs? Our team is here to help you find the right financial solution.
Whether you're exploring capital options, need strategic advisory, or want to understand how we can serve your organisation — reach out and one of our advisors will respond promptly.