ABOUT US

Built on
Partnership,
Focused on Long
Term Growth

Owner-backed private capital driving value across essential industries and specialised technology – engineered to create generational value.

Our story

A Global
Investment
Group

The Samari Group was founded on the belief that exceptional businesses can emerge from any market by combining exceptional operators with patient capital and deep experience.

Our global experience shapes how we identify opportunities, build partnerships, and support companies navigating complex environments.

Samari invests across agriculture, industrials, aviation, financial services and specialised technology. We combine patient capital with operational involvement, helping businesses expand, strengthen their capabilities, and access new markets.

We work alongside management teams, providing strategic guidance, global networks, and operational insight to help businesses expand into new markets while preserving what makes them exceptional.

The Samari Group is led by Saki Macozoma, Marc Ber, and Richard Chauke, bringing together decades of experience across investment, operations, and industry.

Our Philosophy

Trust

The foundation of every partnership

Commitment

Long-term thinking in everything we do

Expertise

The Standard we hold ourselves to

Leadership

Saki Macozoma

Co-founder & Chairman

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Marc Ber

Co-founder & CEO

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Richard Chauke

Co-founder & Director

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Saki Macozoma

Co-Founder & Chairman

Saki Macozoma is one of South Africa’s pre-eminent business leaders who helped shape democratic South Africa, with a career spanning national institutions, global corporations, and entrepreneurial ventures.

He currently serves as Chairman of Samari Capital, Safika Holdings, Tshipi é Ntle Manganese Mining, and Ntsimbintle Mining, and as Deputy Chairman of Vodacom Group.

Previously, he served as an Independent non-executive director of Mondi Group, Chairman of South African Airways and Liberty Holdings, Managing Director of Transnet, and held board positions with Standard Bank and Volkswagen South Africa.

Beyond his corporate leadership, Saki has helped shape South Africa’s business landscape as President of Business Leadership South Africa and as a member of the G20 Business Council, reflecting his influence across business, industry, and public policy.

His career is defined by institution building, long-term investment, and leadership at the highest levels of business, bringing exceptional strategic perspective and governance to Samari.

Marc Ber

Co-Founder & Chief Executive Officer

Marc Ber is a distinguished investor and executive with a outstanding track record of scaling business, identifying opportunties, and genering long term growth across various global markets.

He has played a vital role in the growth of Samari’s investment portfolio. He brings deep experience in capital allocation, acquisitions, and working alongside management teams to build enduring businesses.

His approach reflects Samari’s philosophy, capital is most powerful when paired with active ownership, long-term commitment, and a focus on creating lasting value.

Richard Chauke

Co-Founder & Director

Richard Chauke is a highly regarded South African businessman and investor.

He serves as a Non-Executive Director of Samari and Safika Holdings and holds several directorships in entrepreneurial ventures.

With extensive experience in investment, entrepreneurship, and corporate governance, Richard’s commercial interests include financial services, resources, industrial enterprises, healthcare, and community-oriented initiatives.

Following South Africa’s transition to democracy, he was appointed co-convener of the commission responsible for formulating the national sports policy.

His professional journey demonstrates a steadfast dedication to principled leadership, inclusive economic engagement, and utilising business and sport as platforms for promoting social advancement values central to the Samari Group’s commitment to social responsibility.