Tshepo Mathebula
@tshepomathebula
I structure investments and commercialise innovation to build sustainable ventures and developmental impact.
South AfricaWhat I'm looking for
At Ex-Books, I lead a venture studio commercialising vertical software products for African markets, owning commercial strategy, capital allocation and organisational performance. I turn innovation and intellectual property into sustainable ventures, including leading a R2.5m SAFE round at a R15m pre-money cap.
Previously at AEMFC, I originated and executed the R1.1bn Ergosat transaction from business development and financial modelling through investment-committee approval and post-approval monitoring. My work brings together government, DFIs, industry and private capital to unlock infrastructure and energy projects with economic-development impact.
Across SUCA, Makosi, National Treasury, Driven Development and LightHouse Investment, I've advised on private equity, venture capital, M&A, fundraising, valuation, due diligence and portfolio monitoring. I've also led teams, mentored analysts and reported comfortably to investment committees and boards.
I'm currently completing an MPhil in Development Finance, focused on blended finance, DFI frameworks and inclusive growth. I work at the intersection of public purpose and private investment, balancing commercial returns with transformation and long-term impact.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Managing Director
Ex-Books (Pty) Ltd
Dec 2024 - Present (1 year 9 months)
Leads a venture studio commercialising vertical software products for African markets, owning commercial strategy, capital allocation, and organisational performance. Drives deal structuring, investor negotiations, and strategic partnerships across government and private capital.
Senior Specialist: Investments & Business Development
AEMFC (African Exploration Mining & Finance Corporation)
Dec 2023 - Nov 2024 (11 months)
Led a multidisciplinary team across origination, due diligence, structuring, and investment-committee approval in a state-owned environment. Originated and executed the R1.1bn Ergosat transaction end-to-end, including financial modelling and IC presentation.
Senior Investment Consultant
SUCA
Feb 2023 - Nov 2023 (9 months)
Sourced and evaluated private equity and venture capital opportunities for institutional clients, delivering transaction advisory, financial modelling, and valuation. Guided clients through fundraising, investor negotiations, and portfolio monitoring.
Senior Transaction Advisory (Deals) Consultant
Makosi
Mar 2022 - Jan 2023 (10 months)
Executed cross-border M&A and corporate-finance advisory to Big-4-equivalent standards for global clients, including capital raising, due diligence, and deal structuring. Built relationships with senior executives and investors across US and international markets.
Financial Analyst (Deputy Director)
National Treasury of South Africa
Mar 2019 - Feb 2022 (2 years 11 months)
Evaluated and recommended funding for black-owned and empowerment-focused enterprises through government development-finance programmes. Contributed to policy frameworks for inclusive growth and co-investment between public sector, DFIs, and private investors.
Senior Manager: Finance & Operations
Driven Development
Oct 2016 - Feb 2019 (2 years 4 months)
Directed financial strategy, budgeting, governance, and compliance, including B-BBEE and fundraising oversight. Led a finance-and-operations team of four, setting targets and reviewing performance.
Senior Investment Executive
LightHouse Investment
Mar 2015 - Oct 2016 (1 year 7 months)
Originated and executed private equity deals across multiple sectors, including due diligence, IC submissions, structuring, and portfolio monitoring. Structured B-BBEE transformation transactions supporting inclusive ownership.
Investment Analyst
Nations Capital, LLC
Jan 2014 - Jul 2014 (6 months)
Worked as an Investment Analyst, supporting investment analysis and transactions.
M&A Analyst
Shanduka Group
Apr 2012 - Dec 2013 (1 year 8 months)
Worked as an M&A Analyst, supporting mergers and acquisitions activities.
Graduate: Assistant Accountant
Deloitte South Africa
Jan 2011 - Mar 2012 (1 year 2 months)
Worked as a Graduate Assistant Accountant, supporting accounting functions.
Investment & Portfolio Management Intern
Barclays Investment Bank (Absa Capital)
Jan 2010 - Dec 2010 (11 months)
Interned in investment and portfolio management, gaining exposure to investment banking activities.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Stellenbosch Business School
Master of Philosophy, Development Finance
Pursuing an MPhil in Development Finance, with research focused on development finance, blended finance, DFI frameworks, and inclusive growth.
University of Pretoria
Bachelor of Commerce Honours, Accounting and Finance
Completed BCom Honours in Accounting and Finance, and a BCom in Accounting and Finance.
University of Pretoria
Bachelor of Commerce, Accounting and Finance
Completed a Bachelor of Commerce in Accounting and Finance.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
South AfricaAuthorized to work in
Job categories
Skills
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