Research. Design. Implement.

We analyse African markets and then we build the solutions

The premier research and advisory firm combining capital markets expertise with sophisticated political economy analysis. From world-class research to innovative fund management.

Three distinct capabilities

Whatever level of partnership you need, we deliver unmatched value through modular expertise

Research & advisory

World-class research and strategic advice – from traditional investment analysis to ESG, climate finance, and just energy transition strategies. Most of our work delivers cutting-edge insights helping global clients understand how political and market forces affect their investments.

Financial innovation

We design innovative financial structures when clients need them – from social impact bonds to climate-resilient investment vehicles. Our expertise spans  impact investment, outcomes-based finance, blended capital structures, and pioneering funding mechanisms.

Client solutions

We implement and manage innovative funding structures like the R300-million Jobs Boost Outcomes Fund. When clients need end-to-end management of complex financial instruments, we deliver proven execution.

 

How we help clients

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Public sector research and advisory

Help governments and development agencies develop public policy to attract and leverage private investment. We design blended finance mechanisms and risk-sharing instruments that multiply the impact of public resources. We also develop financial sector policy to ensure the financial sector can meet policy objectives.

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Impact finance and philanthropy

Guide foundations and philanthropists to maximise social outcomes through strategic capital deployment. From outcomes-based financing to innovative impact structures, we ensure every rand creates measurable change.

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Sustainable finance and ESG

Support banks and asset managers to achieve greater social and environmental impact while maintaining financial returns. We provide ESG strategies, impact measurement frameworks, and sustainable finance structuring. 

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Infrastructure & energy transition finance

Navigate the complex landscape of infrastructure and just energy transition financing. We provide political economy analysis, regulatory guidance, and innovative financial structures for large-scale sustainable projects. We also work on policy reform to create an enabling environment for infrastructure and energy transition finance.

Comprehensive expertise

From traditional finance to cutting-edge climate transition

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Latest projects

Financial Mail Ranking the Analysts

2026 Africa Impact Investment Awards

Accelerating Impact

Jobs Boost Outcomes Fund

Operation Phumelela

Banking on reform: The affordable housing opportunity in OV 2.0

Insights

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Proven leadership

Founded in 2008 and led by Dr. Stuart Theobald, with a team including Peter Attard Montalto as Managing Director, we’ve become both the definitive voice on Africa’s financial markets and the architect of its most innovative funding solutions.

Ready to unlock potential?

Whatever level of partnership you need, Krutham delivers unmatched value.