WDB Investments

WDB Investments Promoting the economic empowerment and social upliftment of women in South Africa.

WDBIH’s mandate is to grow its portfolio of investments as well as generate sufficient cash flow in order repatriate dividends through to the WDB Trust to fund its programmes. WDBIH has equity investments in key sectors in South Africa including industrials, life insurance, banks, oil and gas, real estate, media and basic resources. WDBIH’s mandate is to further diversify and grow its portfolio by

investing in key strategic sectors in SA. WDBIH adds strategic value in its investments through board representation, facilitating women empowerment and skills transfer, working with our corporate partners in their enterprise development initiatives.

Today, we reflect on the fundamental rights that shape our society, and at WDB Investment Holdings, we know that economi...
21/03/2026

Today, we reflect on the fundamental rights that shape our society, and at WDB Investment Holdings, we know that economic freedom is at the heart of human dignity.

Join us in celebrating the incredible strength and resilience of South African women who are building better lives for themselves, their families, and their communities.

Across South Africa and the African continent, women are building businesses, leading teams, supporting families, and dr...
09/03/2026

Across South Africa and the African continent, women are building businesses, leading teams, supporting families, and driving economic progress. Their resilience and leadership are shaping stronger communities and more inclusive economies.

At WDBIH, we believe that investing in women is one of the most powerful catalysts for growth. When women have access to opportunity, capital, and support, businesses grow, and nations move forward.

To every woman pursuing opportunity and lifting others as she rises, we celebrate you.

Because when women rise, nations rise.

Read our full International Women’s Day message below.

International Women’s Day

Building on a year of reflection, resilience, and renewed focus, we step into the New Year with clarity and conviction. ...
01/01/2026

Building on a year of reflection, resilience, and renewed focus, we step into the New Year with clarity and conviction.

We look ahead with optimism, guided by long-term thinking and a shared belief that investment can be a powerful force for sustainable change.

Wishing our partners, stakeholders, and communities a purposeful and impactful New Year.

#2026

2025 was a year of significant transition for WDB Investment Holdings, marked by the appointment of a new Board and a st...
12/12/2025

2025 was a year of significant transition for WDB Investment Holdings, marked by the appointment of a new Board and a strategic recapacitation of the business.

Interim CEO Lesego Sennelo shares an illuminating reflection on the past year, detailing how WDBIH achieved stability and positioned itself for an ambitious Pan-African growth trajectory.

Key Highlights:

◾ Strategic Review: Taking lessons from the past to build a future, informed by a comprehensive review back to 2016.
◾ Resilient Growth: The investment portfolio showed remarkable resilience.
◾ Joint Vision: Strengthening the relationship between WDB Investment Holdings and the WDB Trust to solidify our joint vision: Women Empowering Women.
◾ Milestone: Approaching the 35th anniversary

The team looks forward to our 35th anniversary milestone with renewed energy and a commitment to empowering women and alleviating poverty.

We wish all our stakeholders a peaceful and restorative holiday season.

Read: https://www.wdbinvestments.co.za/blog/looking-back-on-2025/

Read the CEO's reflections on 2025: how WDB Investment Holdings remained resilient amidst challenges, strengthened the WDB Trust relationship, and continues to drive women empowerment initiatives.

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1st Floor, 59 Cradock Avenue, Dunkeld
Johannesburg
2196

Opening Hours

Monday 08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday 08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday 08:00 - 17:00
Thursday 08:00 - 17:00
Friday 08:00 - 17:00

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+27113419900

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