Holding & Investment Company

A portfolio of 9 companies.
One long-term thesis.

Henwood Capital invests in, holds and supports a diversified group of businesses, each operating independently while sharing a commitment to long-term growth.

9 Portfolio Companies
+ R150m Portfolio Valuation
Investment Horizon

Our Companies

The companies we hold.

A curated portfolio of businesses across multiple industries. Each runs independently, backed by long-term capital.

01 —
FutureRent
FutureRent enables more people in South Africa to get access to their own car with an all-inclusive vehicle subscription.
Automotive Visit
02 —
Newsroom
A digital-first South African news platform run by young creators aimed at redefining media, with a strong social media presence.
News / Media Visit
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AutoCars
Hundreds of vehicles in stock on the AutoCars Marketplace. Whether you’re an individual buyer or a bulk purchaser, AutoCars move cars efficiently and transparently.
Automotive Visit
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Ace Radio
An online radio station based in Cape Town, offering a curated mix of music and live and data-free streaming for users through its app.
Digital Radio Visit
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Motility
Vehicle Recovery, Repossession and Fleet Support Services to Vehicle Rental and Finance Companies.
Automotive Visit
06 —
Cover Club
Drive easy with the right vehicle maintenance plan. Your vehicle covered by Cover Club.
Automotive Visit
07 —
Adloop
A digital out-of-home (OOH) advertising platform that helps brands reach real-world audiences through smart, data-driven digital billboard campaigns.
Digital Advertising Visit
08 —
Capion
Capion is an Early Wage Access (EWA) provider enabling employees to access earned income before payday, improving financial flexibility without relying on high-interest debt.
Early Wage Access Visit
09 —
JobNest
JobNest is a job marketplace connecting employers and job seekers, enabling job postings, applications, and direct hiring through a simple, user-friendly platform.
Sector / Industry Visit
Luke Henwood, Founder & CEO of Henwood Capital

Luke Henwood — Founder & CEO

Founder & CEO

Luke Henwood.

Founder and Chief Executive of Henwood Capital, leading the firm's investment strategy and the long-term stewardship of its portfolio companies.

Luke is a full-stack technologist and entrepreneur with hands-on experience building and operating businesses. Henwood Capital reflects his conviction that disciplined long-horizon ownership creates the conditions for businesses to compound value over decades, not quarters.

He works closely with the leadership of each portfolio company, contributing capital, perspective and operational support, while trusting founders and operators to run their businesses.

About

A long-term partner to the businesses we hold.

Henwood Capital is a privately held investment company. We take meaningful positions in businesses we believe in and support them with capital, strategic guidance and operational experience. Our outlook is patient, our standards are high and our involvement is hands-on where it matters.

  • 01

    Long-term Capital

    Permanent capital with no fixed exit horizon, aligned with management for the long run.

  • 02

    Operational Support

    Strategic guidance, governance and shared expertise across the portfolio.

  • 03

    Disciplined Investing

    Selective, considered and focused on businesses with durable economics.

Contact

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