Harith to Acquire FlySafair, Strengthening South African Aviation Infrastructure
Johannesburg, South Africa, 10 February 2026 – Harith and its affiliates have entered into a Sale and Purchase Agreement to acquire FlySafair, one of South Africa’s most successful and fastest-growing airlines. The transaction remains subject to customary regulatory approvals, including approval by the Competition Commission.
New partners could put more spark into Africa’s renewable revolution
An energy revolution is unfolding across Africa, driven less by governments than by citizens. Nowhere is it more visible than in South Africa, where homes and businesses are turning rooftops into power stations.
Small Acts Big Impact: Harith lends a helping hand
South Africa marks Mandela Day every year on 18 July, honouring a legacy rooted in service, dignity, and collective responsibility.
As part of its Mandela Day observance, Team Harith visited St Janes De Chantal Home and took part in a weeklong programme of service grounded in presence and purpose.
Harith Unveils its Cutting-edge Smart Building in Collaboration with Cisco
Harith has partnered with global digital communications leader Cisco to turn its Sandton head office into Africa’s smartest building—a seamlessly connected, technology-driven space designed for efficiency, sustainability, and occupant comfort.
Harith Awarded Private Equity Deal of the Year
The announcement made last year that a Harith-led consortium has acquired an infrastructure fund with stakes in assets including Lanseria International Airport and Kelvin Power Station for R6.5 billion earned Harith the much-sought-after Private Equity Deal of the Year award at the DealMakers Annual Gala Awards. This prestigious accolade cements Harith’s position as the leading Pan-African private equity infrastructure investment player on the continent.
The truth prevails as Mpati Commission-ordered forensic probe vindicates Harith
Harith General Partners is satisfied that the truth has finally prevailed in the years-long, sustained and malicious campaign to taint it with allegations of malfeasance. This comes after the forensic investigation commissioned by the PIC concluded in its final report that there was no evidence to support the damaging allegations made more than 5 years ago by a Senior Member of Parliament.
Global Citizen Partner Harith shares a vision for a greener Africa at the Global Citizen Festival in Accra
During the 2022 Global Citizen Festival that took place in Accra, Ghana, GC’s investment partner Harith announced that it has officially joined the United Nations framework convention on climate change’s race to net zero. Over the next two years, Harith will work closely with GC to develop near-term and long-term climate change targets. Harith CEO Sipho Makhubela and founder, group executive director, and GC patron, Tshepo Mahloele called on African governments and business leaders to join this critical endeavour.
Harith scores a major Constitutional Court victory against Bantu Holomisa and the UDM
JOHANNESBURG, 23 September 2022 –In a groundbreaking Constitutional Court ruling, Harith General Partners (“Harith”), a leading pan- African infrastructure investment firm, won a major legal victory with an order ruling against Mr Bantu Holomisa and the United Democratic Movement (UDM). The Constitutional Court dismissed Holomisa and the UDM’s appeal against a High Court judgement in favour of Harith and its co-litigants, represented by Nicqui Galaktiou Inc. Attorneys with legal costs.
5 Genius African Solutions Fighting Climate Change and Protecting the Environment
Africa’s facing the worst of the climate crisis, but her people have stepped up with solutions. Nothing can top the resilience of Africa’s people; in the face of adversity, Africa responds with boundless creativity designed to benefit an entire region, or better, the entire continent. This is true of many situations — but for right now, we’re going to look at how it rings true for the continent’s battle against climate change.
Pan-African Renewable Energy Fund (PAREF) Launch Media release
Harith General Partners, one of the largest investors in Africa’s infrastructure, and Anergi Group, a leading African power provider, have partnered to establish the Pan-African Renewable Energy Fund (PAREF) to accelerate renewable energy adoption across Africa. The $300 million fund will be key to bridging the energy access gap across the continent, while contributing to the just transition of energy by accelerating Africa’s move to low-carbon economies in a socially responsible manner.