The strength of a name

Our Heritage .

Every legacy begins with a name.

The origins of Hare Capital Ltd – Holding trace back to 1815, when Makera Schröder established her first general trading shop . What began as a modest commercial endeavour evolved, over more than two centuries, into a multi‑generational tradition of leadership, innovation and principled stewardship.

The name Schröder stands for a pioneering spirit that helped shape early modern commerce, agriculture and livestock production. To honour Makera Schröder’s legacy is to uphold the values that defined her life: discipline, foresight, responsibility, integrity and an unwavering commitment to ethical conduct. Dividing her time between her trading house in Cabaceira Grande, her agricultural estate in Ampapa and her family home in Mossuril, she cultivated prosperity while nurturing the community she served — a community she never abandoned.

More than two hundred years later, her conviction endures: true value rarely finds barren ground. Every life, every idea, every enterprise can become fertile soil where wealth takes root, flourishes and endures — always anchored in principles that withstand time.

A name that precedes a legacy must embody strength, credibility and purpose.

If creativity were to bear a name, it would be Makera Schröder. Finance, an ancient discipline shaped by centuries of evolution, assumed a distinctive character within this family. Guided by Makera Schröder and later by those who inherited her values, capital became not merely a resource, but a vehicle for progress, responsibility and long‑term vision.

Her interests spanned aviation, agriculture, livestock, general trade, commodities, metals and minerals, oil and gas, real estate, trade finance, social housing, the arts, social welfare and education. Across all these domains, her decisions reflected innovation, prudence and virtue. They demonstrated that finance — when guided by purpose and compassion — can generate lasting economic and social impact.

Since its inception, Hare Capital has remained committed to a culture of innovation, responsibility and strategic foresight. Our financial philosophy aligns technical excellence with meaningful impact, recognising that finance moves the world — and does so most effectively when its outcomes are constructive and principled.

Makera Schröder was a pioneer in deploying private capital to stimulate emerging sectors of a competitive economy. Her adherence to foundational values continues to guide our approach today.

Our business is built upon a reputation for trust, integrity and specialised advisory excellence.

Over the past 211 years, we have strengthened this reputation through close collaboration with partners, a commitment to innovation and an ability to anticipate global trends. This long‑standing discipline ensures that Hare Capital remains consistently at the forefront of its sector.

Makera Schröder established a legacy of reliability, deep market insight and enduring relationships — a legacy that continues to define our corporate identity.

Like the inner workings of a timepiece, every component of Hare Capital is essential.

The success of the family enterprise was driven by the active involvement of the extended family, who championed cultural exchange, philanthropic initiatives and community development. These efforts strengthened the company’s reputation across new markets and contributed to its international reach.

Women within the family played a decisive role in the management and expansion of the business. The third and fourth generations combined local knowledge, extensive networks and entrepreneurial vision to become leaders and innovators with global influence.

The family’s ventures were consistently recognised for their principled approach, reflecting a deep commitment to philanthropy and social responsibility. Guided by the belief in “doing what is right”, the family declined numerous potentially lucrative opportunities on grounds of principle. Yet their support for innovation and emerging markets helped shape the future of several industries. Their ability to assess opportunities with discernment became a defining hallmark of the family’s leadership.

The family’s businesses endured wars, economic crises and global transformations thanks to the tenacity, optimism, discipline and expertise of their people. This resilience remains a cornerstone of Hare Capital’s identity and continues to guide our evolution in a rapidly changing world.

Hare Capital Ltd. – Holding is a family‑owned boutique holding company with a diversified portfolio spanning Aviation, Agribusiness, Commodities, Trade & Services, Investments, Metals & Minerals, Oil & Gas, Petrochemicals, Offshore, Real Estate, Trade Finance, Construction Materials and Manufacturing.

For more than 211 years, we have built a reputation for integrity, strategic foresight and disciplined value creation.

We invest with intention ;

We grow with discipline;

We operate with principles.

Our mission is to generate long‑term economic, social and environmental value. We support the companies we invest in, strengthen the communities we serve and contribute to sustainable progress across global markets.

Founded in 1815 by Makera Schröder in Mossuril, Mozambique, Hare Capital began as a modest trading enterprise. Over two centuries, it evolved into a global boutique-holding company recognised for trust, resilience and responsible leadership.

Today, we remain guided by the founder’s belief that value grows where principles endure.

Hare Capital operates across

Africa | Asia‑Pacific | People’s Republic of China | Middle East | North, Central & South America's | Europe

From our bases in the United Kingdom and the United States, we hold majority stakes in multiservices boutique-companies active in multiple sectors and jurisdictions.

Strategic. Innovative. Principled.

Every day, we strive to go further — transforming ideas into impact and ambition into progress. We aim to build a better tomorrow by creating long‑term value and extending the benefits of innovation to a growing number of people.

We invest as a reference shareholder, prioritising controlling or significantly influential positions. This allows us to actively shape strategy, governance and capital allocation.

Our portfolio companies benefit from

Shareholder stability ;

Financial strength ;

Strategic guidance .

Collaborative opportunities across the group

We maintain a disciplined capital allocation framework, ensuring efficient use of resources and executing strategic divestments when they create value. This approach keeps our portfolio balanced, aligned with long‑term strategy and positioned for sustainable growth.

1815 : A startup.

Today : A global boutique-holding company.

Hare Capital Ltd. – Holding continues to grow as a trusted partner for local, regional and global brands — always guided by purpose, innovation and principles.