For nearly three decades, Alexforbes has played a significant role in supporting the retirement savings and investment needs of South Africans. This contribution was formally recognised when Alexforbes Investments was named South African Manager of the Year at the Raging Bull Awards 2025.
In addition to the headline award, Alexforbes Investments received the accolade for Best South African Interest-Bearing Fund on a Risk-Adjusted Basis, reflecting the strength and consistency of its investment capability.
The Raging Bull Awards are regarded as an objective benchmark of investment skill in South Africa, recognising long-term, risk-adjusted performance across varying market conditions. For Alexforbes, the award marks an important milestone in its evolution from a retirement fund administrator to a broader investment business serving both institutional investors and individual clients.
Dawie de Villiers, CEO of Alexforbes, said, ‘This is a proud moment for our investment team and our organisation. We have remained focused on delivering robust, long-term outcomes for clients. Being recognised as South African Manager of the Year affirms the depth and consistency of our investment capability.’
The South African Manager of the Year title is not awarded for a single year’s performance. It reflects sustained results across a broad range of funds over multiple years, underpinned by disciplined risk management and a consistent focus on delivering outcomes. These principles support the management of more than R700 billion of assets.
While Alexforbes has traditionally partnered with many of the country’s largest retirement funds and institutional investors, this recognition reinforces the strength of an investment capability that is increasingly accessible to financial advisers and individual clients.
De Villiers said, ‘Our philosophy is rooted in long-term thinking and disciplined portfolio construction. As a credible investment destination for both institutional and individual clients, we apply the same disciplined approach to large institutional mandates and to individuals seeking reliable, long-term solutions.’
As Alexforbes continues to strengthen its role in South Africa’s investment industry, it remains focused on helping clients achieve their long-term objectives through advice-led strategies and robust portfolio construction. The organisation remains committed to supporting the financial wellbeing of South Africans.
