A team built
for South Africa’s

next chapter

Edward Pitsi, Co-Founder and CEO of Infinite Partners, is Pretoria-born and raised. He holds a BCom, BCom (Hons) CTA and a Master’s in Finance from the University of Pretoria, is a qualified CA(SA), and later completed an Executive MBA at INSEAD. Edward co-founded Infinite Partners alongside long-standing colleagues Titi Sekhukhune and Tabane Matheolane, with whom he has worked closely for over a decade. Edward’s worldview was shaped early by his mother, a retired nurse whose work ethic and entrepreneurial side left a lasting impression, and his high-school accounting teacher, who introduced him to the CA(SA) path. His fascination with private equity was sparked in his final year of university after reading “Barbarians at the Gate” by Bryan Burrough and John Helyar.

Edward is drawn to companies characterised by unique competitive advantages and sustainable market growth drivers, and led by entrepreneurs and managers who can shift gears, lead people, and execute with clarity. What motivates him is the tangible, real-world impact of building businesses and navigating the human side of leadership beyond spreadsheets. He values long-term partnership, world-class execution, and the ability to articulate a vision that people believe in and deliver against. Outside of work, Edward is a devoted husband and father, a lifelong sports enthusiast, with ambitions to pursue football coaching qualifications.

Titi Sekhukhune, Co-Founder and Partner of Infinite Partners, was born and raised in Polokwane. Her upbringing was shaped by this part-rural, part-urban environment; insight she can bring to her work as a private equity investor. Raised by two hardworking parents who placed deep value on education, she was guided by a home ethos that “any dream is possible”. Her path into business and investment was influenced by outstanding teachers and a lifelong habit of reading that broadened her worldview. Titi holds a Bachelor of Commerce and BCom Honours in Accounting from the University of KwaZulu-Natal and qualified as a CA(SA) in 2007. After five years in investment banking, she moved into private equity, where she met Edward Pitsi and Tabane Matheolane. The three worked closely over many years, including as part of the founding team of Mid-Market Fund I, before opting to go independent and forming Infinite Partners.

Titi is fundamentally driven by business quality rather than sector labels, focusing on defensiveness, growth & scalability and differentiation. She is particularly drawn to challenger businesses led by ambitious leaders willing to rethink how things are done. What energises her most is the complexity of private equity; nothing is linear. Success depends as much on creativity, resilience, and people as it does on numbers. She is deeply motivated by building companies alongside founders, creating employment, and contributing to South Africa’s long-term growth, while helping build a firm that outlasts its founders. Outside of work, Titi is a devoted family woman, a keen reader of contemporary African fiction, an enthusiastic home cook and randomly blogs about travel, style and self-care.

Tabane Matheolane, Co-Founder and Partner at Infinite Partners, spent her early years in Mothotlung in the North West before moving to Atteridgeville. She was raised in a disciplined household led by a doctor and a nurse who believed deeply in education and opportunity. That grounding shaped her curiosity, work ethic, and long-term outlook. She studied Actuarial Mathematics at the University of Pretoria and later completed a Postgraduate Diploma in Accounting at the University of Cape Town, qualifying as a CA(SA). After early experience at Allan Gray and EY, she spent nearly a decade at Ethos Private Equity before co-founding Infinite Partners with long-standing colleagues Edward Pitsi and Titi Sekhukhune.

A generalist investor by nature, Tabane is inspired by founders who build transformational, long-lasting businesses that create opportunity beyond financial returns. She is motivated by the tangible impact of partnering with management teams to shape strategy, strengthen organisations, and leave businesses in a better state at exit. Outside of work, she is a devoted wife and proud mom to two sons, a passionate tennis player, and an active member of a weekly netball team.

Naomi is a Principal and a member of the Infinite Partners founding team. Born and raised in Limpopo, she completed her schooling there before pursuing a career in investments, beginning in listed markets. In 2018, driven by a desire to work more closely with portfolio companies, she transitioned into private equity, where she has worked alongside the Founders with businesses to drive strategy, growth and ultimately investor returns. In 2022, she formed part of the founding team of Infinite Partners.

Naomi has a strong interest in quality, capital-light businesses with clear value-creation opportunities and the ability to generate superior returns on invested capital. She is a qualified CA (SA) and a CFA® charterholder. Outside of work, Naomi enjoys spending time with family, staying active, and reading fiction, with a particular interest in African literature.

Khanya Ncubuka is a Senior Associate at Infinite Partners, driven by a deep commitment to lifelong learning and continuous growth. He holds a Bachelor of Commerce and BCom Honours in Accounting from the University of Johannesburg and qualified as a CA(SA) in 2016. He subsequently qualified as a CFA and CAIA charterholder, further strengthening his expertise across investment management and alternative assets.

In 2018, Khanya transitioned into private equity, motivated by a strong interest in business and long-term value creation. He gained experience at Grindrod Private Equity and Nedbank Private Equity before joining Infinite Partners in 2023. Khanya is inspired by the tangible, real-world impact of private equity — the responsibility of stewarding capital and the meaningful change that strong investment outcomes can create. He is energised by disciplined execution, accountability, and the opportunity to help build enduring businesses.

Outside of work, Khanya is an avid sportbike rider who enjoys track riding, a lifelong Arsenal supporter, and a regular indoor soccer player. His personal philosophy is simple: lead with positive energy, treat people with kindness, and believes that consistent hard work will always outperform talent.

Masechaba Makhura, Senior Associate at Infinite Partners, brings a decade of diverse experience in investment banking and asset management. Born in Venda, Limpopo, she spent her early childhood immersed in nature, helping her grandmother tend to her fruit and vegetable garden and forming a lifelong connection with the natural world that continues to shape her philosophy. Her move to the Johannesburg countryside blossomed that curiosity. Whether through sport, culture, or academics, Masechaba embraced every opportunity to explore, learn and challenge herself. Masechaba holds a Bachelor of Commerce in Economics and Finance and an Honours degree in Financial Analysis and Portfolio Management from the University of Cape Town and is a proud Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) charter holder.

Masechaba is driven by a desire to understand high-quality businesses across industries and geographies. She gravitates toward companies with strong fundamentals – healthy margins, robust cash generation and leadership teams who empower people to excel. At her core, she is motivated by impact, growth, and meaningful relationships. This is what energises her work and shapes her perspective as an investor. Masechaba was drawn to Infinite Partners’ collaborative culture and its unwavering commitment to excellence.

Outside the office, Masechaba is a devoted dog mom to a gentle giant German Shepherd, who keeps her grounded and active. She is also training toward her private pilot’s licence, fuelled by the same sense of wonder and adventure that first took root in her childhood.

Ngalaah Chuphi, Chairman of the Board at Infinite Partners, is a senior private equity and infrastructure investment practitioner with over 30 years of experience spanning sub-Saharan Africa, Latin America, Europe, and the United States. Ngalaah’s career began in engineering with global technology companies, but a curiosity for the mechanisms of capital and development led him into investment and advisory roles at the International Finance Corporation, Gemini Consulting, and Deloitte & Touche.

He eventually joined Ethos Private Equity, where he spent over two decades helping shape the firm’s trajectory. As a Partner from 2001 to 2021, Ngalaah was instrumental in expanding the firm’s footprint beyond South Africa, establishing its inaugural regional office in Nairobi and co-leading the fundraising efforts for Ethos Funds V and VI. His move to Infinite Partners was driven by a shared commitment to building businesses with deep regional impact and a strong strategic foundation.

Ngalaah currently lends his expertise to several boards and investment committees, including British International Investment and Poa Internet Kenya, where he focuses on bridging the gap between institutional governance and entrepreneurial growth. He holds an MBA in Finance from Pepperdine University and a BSc in Electrical Engineering from Queen’s University, Canada. Outside of the office, Ngalaah is a man of diverse passions; he is an avid jazz enthusiast, an amateur winemaker, and is deeply committed to wildlife conservation across the continent.

James Formby, Non-Executive Director at Infinite Partners, has over 25 years’ experience across investing banking, principal investing and corporate finance. He grew up in Johannesburg and studied at the University of Cape Town, completing his accounting articles in Johannesburg before being awarded a scholarship to study at Cambridge University. While in the UK, James was first exposed to banking during a period working in London, where he became fascinated by the complexity of financial markets and their real-world impact. On returning to South Africa, he joined Rand Merchant Bank, drawn by its culture and growth trajectory, and went on to spend 25 years there, including seven years as CEO until his retirement in 2022.

Throughout his career, James was deeply involved in significant corporate transactions and developed a long-standing passion for investing and business strategy. As he transitioned into non-executive roles, he was drawn to Infinite Partners by the experience of the team and its differentiation as a black-owned private equity firm. Outside of boardrooms, James is a keen runner and an enthusiastic traveller

Craig Dreyer is a Non-Executive Member of the Board and Chairman of the Risk Committee at Infinite Partners. He grew up in Johannesburg and studied accounting at the University of the Witwatersrand, completing both a BCom and a postgraduate BAcc degree, and qualifying as a CA(SA). Craig began his career as a Partner at BDO, but a desire to move from auditing into financial services and play a more active role in building businesses led him to join Ethos in 1998 as Chief Financial Officer. He was later invited to join Infinite Partners’ board to contribute his experience in financial governance and private equity strategy.

Craig is passionate about supporting organisations as they grow, helping them navigate challenges, and contributing to their long-term success. Outside of work, he is a keen cyclist, a devoted family man, and enjoys spending time with his young grandchildren.

Boipelo, Finance Executive at Infinite Partners, is Pretoria-born and bred. She holds a Bachelor of Business Science in Finance and Accounting and a Postgraduate Diploma in Accounting from the University of Cape Town, and is a CA (SA), registered in 2016. Boipelo began her career in technical accounting. Having fallen in love with accounting in high school, she values the structure and discipline it brings to decision-making and long-term business building.

What motivates Boipelo most is the responsibility that comes with stewarding capital on behalf of investors, recognising that the funds managed ultimately represent the savings of ordinary South Africans. She is energised by the opportunity to help build a growing firm from the inside, with broad exposure and tangible impact across the business and its portfolio. Outside of work, Boipelo’s greatest priority is her family. She enjoys fitting in gym sessions where possible, reading fiction by African authors as an escape from technical work, going to the theatre, catching up with friends over brunch, and, true to form, selectively splurging on travel.

Kim West leads Investor Relations at Infinite Partners and brings over 15 years of experience in fundraising and investor engagement, following an earlier career in investment banking. Originally from Devon, south of England, she moved to South Africa a decade ago and now calls Cape Town home. Kim holds a BSc (Hons) and an MSc in Neuroscience and has lived and worked across Australia, Dubai, the UK and South Africa. As a first-generation university graduate, she was driven by a strong work ethic instilled by her parents and a desire to build a meaningful, independent career. Kim worked with the team in their prior fund, Mid-Market Fund I, where she came to know the founding team well and later consulted with them before joining Infinite Partners full-time.

Kim is motivated by the opportunity to help build something enduring and to play a role in shaping the firm’s next phase of growth. She brings a highly relational, empathetic approach to investor engagement, grounded in long-term partnership and trust, and is energised by the scale of opportunity ahead for Infinite Partners. Outside of work, Kim is a mother of three and embraces Cape Town life, from padel and mountain walks to cold-water swims with her two rescue dogs, Barry and Bear. She is a passionate traveller, an avid reader, and a proud anglophile, although South Africa is now a close second.

Amanda Alves, Executive Assistant at Infinite Partners, brings over 25 years of experience supporting senior executives across hospitality, construction, mining, environmental, and financial sectors. A lifelong Johannesburg resident, Amanda joined the team in August 2025 and now supports three Partners and a team of eight. Known for her organisational insight, foresight, and professionalism, she plays a pivotal role in keeping leaders focused on priorities, managing complex schedules, and ensuring the smooth running of the business. Amanda thrives on creating order in dynamic environments and helping senior leaders achieve their strategic goals.

Outside of work, Amanda is married with three daughters. She enjoys cooking, regular gym workouts, exploring the African bush, bird watching, water and snow skiing, and experiencing new restaurants. Her love of travel and adventure reflects the same energy and dedication she brings to her work, combining efficiency with a passion for making every experience, in and out of the office, memorable.