27four Investment Managers has announced a significant co-investment in Q LINK Holdings(Pty)Ltd, marking a pivotal step in advancing South Africa’s fintech sector. This investment, made alongside the SPE Mid-Market Fund I Partnership and Q LINK management, positions 27four as a key shareholder in Q LINK, a leading provider of payment, collection, and workforce management solutions.
The co-investment follows Q LINK’s recent acquisition of Nutun Transact, a move that expands Q LINK’s capabilities in B2B transactional services, data authentication, payroll, and HR solutions. By integrating Nutun Transact’s advanced technology with Q LINK’s proprietary MoneyHub platform and strong business intelligence engine, the group is set to deliver a comprehensive suite of financial services to the market.
27four commented, “Our investment in Q LINK aligns with our commitment to supporting innovative, high-growth businesses that are reshaping the financial services landscape. We believe Q LINK is uniquely positioned to drive digital transformation and unlock new value for clients across South Africa.”
Q LINK CEO Ian Thompson added, “The support from 27four and our partners enables us to accelerate our mission to simplify complexity in payments, collections, and workforce solutions. Together, we are building a resilient and scalable platform that empowers businesses to thrive in an evolving digital economy.”
The partnership underscores 27four’s strategy of investing sustainably and deepening market access through collaboration with forward-thinking companies. As Q LINK embarks on this new chapter, the combined expertise and resources of its shareholders will support continued innovation and growth, reinforcing its leadership in the fintech sector.
For more information on the 27four private markets or Q Link, please contact us at privatemarkets@27four.com.