Founder & Executive Stewardship
Combining international investment banking rigor with hands-on operational execution across Sub-Saharan Africa.
Jacques Erasmus
Jacques Erasmus stands as the visionary force behind Elpis Capital. His deep expertise in global finance was forged during his tenure at the London offices of UBS and ABN Amro, where he acquired substantial knowledge in complex financial structuring and international markets.
Leveraging this world-class banking foundation, Jacques navigates the African mining landscape with a unique perspective, identifying value where others see only challenge. His leadership is defined by a hands-on approach to deal structuring and a commitment to ethical resource management, driving Elpis Capital’s mission to bridge the gap between junior miners and global commodities buyers.
Multidisciplinary Team & Technical Network
Our multidisciplinary team combines financial structuring expertise with on-the-ground technical mining knowledge—integrating geologists, mining engineers, metallurgists, environmental practitioners, and corridor logistics specialists across South Africa, Zimbabwe, and the broader Sub-Saharan region.
