Our People
The BFS Sociedade Gestora de Fundos de Investimento SA’s senior team present significant deal origination capabilities to the market. The team’s ability to effectively identify suitable investment opportunities, their association with development institutions and key ministries involved in enterprise development will translate to a consistent pipeline. Furthermore, their commitment to conducting market development interventions focused on both the demand and supply sides of the market will improve understanding of the asset class and stimulate pipeline development.
The investment vehicles, be they of equity, debt, or managed on behalf of third parties such as Government agencies or Development Partners, will go a long way to improve local companies’ access to meaningful funding.
Kauna Ndilula
Chairperson
Kauna Ndilula, is a seasoned SME Ecosystem Development Specialist and the Executive Chairperson of BFS Group of Companies, founded thirteen years ago. In her capacity as Business Financial Solutions (BFS) and BFS Fund Manager Executive Chair & Trustee, Kauna has been involved in the conceptualisation and development of the Namibia Procurement Fund (NamPro Fund), a trade finance model which has invested over NAD 1.9 billion (USD c100 million) in over 300 Namibian SMEs, creating over 6000 jobs. Presently, Kauna is extending the successful NamPro Fund business model into Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA). As an SME Ecosystem Specialist, her efforts are channelled towards the deepening of the financial sector and the upliftment of Africans.
Arturo Garcia Alfonso
Director
Arturo Alfonso is a seasoned financial expert with more than 25 years of proficiency in Asset Management, Investments, Financial Strategy, Accountancy, and Financial Planning and Analysis. With a comprehensive skill set, he has accumulated rich experience working with renowned organizations like BBVA Group, Deloitte, and IESE Business School. Previously, he held the position of CFO at Grupo Gestesa, acted as an asset management strategist for SAREB, and presently serves as the Chief Investment Officer and Managing Director of Global Social Impact Investments based in Spain.
Hélder Buvana
Khiuri Zucula
Investment Fund Manager
Khiuri Zucula is a strategic development and alternative financing specialist at Business Financial Solutions (BFS). His focus lies in empowering start-ups and fostering sustainable development through innovative financial solutions. As a co-founder of the Mozambican Association of Business Angels, Khiuri has actively contributed to enhancing the entrepreneurial ecosystem.
With hands-on experience in structuring investments, financial modelling, and due diligence, Khiuri brings a strong background in fostering private sector development. His dedication to sustainable development drives his work, and he is passionate about creating impactful projects and supporting companies that benefit various stakeholders.
Khiuri’s academic background includes an Executive MBA from the Gordon Institute of Business Science, and he has worked on initiatives aimed at boosting digital transformation and green businesses. His experience includes consultancy for various organizations, and he is ever-present in the entrepreneurial ecosystem as a mentor, panelist, and consultant.
Director
Hélder Buvana is an enterprise development expert with extensive working experience in Digital Financial Services (DFS), Business Development, Government & Stakeholder Relations, Logistics and Supply Chain Management and Investments. In addition to this, over the last 12 years he has been involved in enterprise development, development projects, and project management. Hélder’s past roles includes the positions of Head of Operations - Lusophone Countries for African Management Company(AMSCO) UN, AFDB and IFC, human capital development project and also as Mozambique Country Manager for NEPAD Business Foundation (NBF), Turner and Townsend and Sherwood International. Operating from Johannesburg, RSA.
