Investec sponsorships & ambassadors
We sponsor and partner with individuals and initiatives, locally and globally, that share our focus on excellence, energy and making a difference.
Celebrating Out of the Ordinary performance and partnerships
Our sponsorships
Investec Cape Town Art Fair
The annual Investec Cape Town Art Fair is the largest contemporary fair on the African continent. It features over 100 leading galleries and more than 375 artists from four continents. Many high-quality exhibitions occur concurrently in and around Cape Town, affirming the mother city as the art capital of South Africa.
Investec golf
Investec has a long and proud history supporting golf in South Africa. For over fourteen years Investec has invested in a number of tournaments and backed both men and women pros on their rise to the top. Currently Investec is the title sponsor of the SA Open Championship and the SA Women’s Open. We also sponsor five female professional players.
Paralympian Mpumelelo Mhlongo
We're proud to have supported athlete and Investec colleague Mpumelelo Mhlongo on his journey to the 2024 Paralympics. Mhlongo contributed two of the six medals that team South Africa walked away with at this year’s Paris event, winning a gold and bronze medal. He also broke a world record for the T44 long jump.
Investec Champions Cup
We're the title sponsor of the pinnacle of European and South African professional club rugby excellence. With some of the biggest names in world rugby putting in exhilarating, high-intensity performances this tournament is truly out of the ordinary. Over the past 25 years, Investec has supported many rugby properties, including England Rugby, Super Rugby Aotearoa, Rugby Championship and the Investec International Rugby Academy.
Investec Trophy Wine and Spirits Show
Investec is the title sponsor of the country's leading wine competition, The Trophy Wine Show. This prestigious show honours excellence in the South African wine industry, placing it prominently on the international stage. We are also the sponsor of the Trophy Spirits Show.
The Luxurious Marble Circus
In 2024, Investec partnered with The Marble Group to create The Luxurious Marble Circus, an extraordinary blend of fine dining, theatrical wonder, and social impact. Curated by renowned chef David Higgs, the event transported guests into a world of culinary delight while championing sustainability, community upliftment, and emerging talent. From donating over a quarter of a million rand to key beneficiaries, to showcasing young performers and reducing more than 8.6 tonnes of waste, this sponsorship epitomised our commitment to leaving a legacy beyond luxury.
Investec Great Kei Trek
Set against the stunning Wild Coast of the Eastern Cape, the Investec Great Kei Trek is a three-day mountain-bike adventure covering approximately 145 km of rugged coastline, rolling hills and unforgettable trails. Every kilometre contributes to initiatives in education, early-childhood development and healthcare.