Independent Media editor-in-chief, Adri Senekal, with Senzo Langa, chief investment officer of Alexforbes Investments, who reacted after his company was awarded South African Manager of the Year at the 30th Raging Bull Awards, held at the Cape Town International Convention Centre. The awards mark three decades of excellence, honouring South Africa’s top-performing fund managers and investment funds. Industry leaders gathered to celebrate outstanding performance and consistency in the country’s asset management sector.
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The 2026 Raging Bull Awards lit up the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC) last night as the investment industry gathered to honour the country’s top-performing unit trust funds. Marking its 30th anniversary, the ceremony has long been regarded as the “Oscars” of the investment world, offering prestige and credibility to managers and funds that consistently deliver for investors.
Alexander Forbes Investments took centre stage as it claimed the coveted South African Manager of the Year award, the highest honour of the evening. The accolade recognises excellence across a manager’s suite of funds, rewarding consistency, resilience, and performance in a competitive market. Alexander Forbes Investments' win underscores its ability to navigate shifting economic conditions while maintaining investor confidence.
The awards, first launched in 1996, have grown into one of the most respected fixtures on the financial services calendar. Over three decades, they have highlighted the evolution of South Africa’s collective investment schemes industry, from the early days of limited offerings to today’s diverse range of funds catering to different investor needs. Winners are determined through rigorous analysis, with data supplied by Iress and Apex to ensure transparency and independence in the selection process.
This year’s ceremony unfolded against a backdrop of global market volatility and local economic challenges, making the recognition of top performers all the more significant. Industry leaders, fund managers, and advisers gathered at the CTICC gala dinner to celebrate achievements that not only reflect strong returns but also disciplined risk management and long-term value creation.
The Raging Bull Awards have become more than just a celebration of performance; they are a benchmark for excellence and a reminder of the importance of investor trust. As the event enters its fourth decade, it continues to shine a spotlight on the role of collective investment schemes in helping South Africans build wealth and achieve financial security.
Dieketseng Maleke, personal finance editor, says: "Congratulations to all the winners of the 2026 Raging Bull Awards. Thirty years on, these awards remain a powerful marker of excellence in South Africa’s investment industry, and last night’s celebration at the CTICC showed just how much talent and resilience exist in the sector.
"Alexander Forbes Investments deserves special mention for taking home the Manager of the Year award, a recognition that speaks to consistency, discipline, and investor trust. The Raging Bulls are not just about numbers; they highlight the skill and commitment behind the funds that help South Africans grow and protect their wealth.
"Well done to every fund and manager recognised. Your achievements remind us that strong performance, transparency, and innovation are what keep this industry moving forward".
Here are the winning funds. Congratulations to the winners!
RAGING BULL AWARDS 2026 - FINAL RESULTS
RAGING BULL AWARDS 2026
CERTIFICATES FOR STRAIGHT PERFORMANCE OVER THREE YEARS TO DECEMBER 31, 2025
Best SA Equity General Fund
Ninety One Value Fund
Best SA Equity SA General Fund
36ONE BCI SA Equity Fund
Best SA Equity Small and Medium Cap Fund
Old Mutual Mid & Small-Cap Fund
Best SA Multi Asset Flexible Fund
Granate BCI Flexible Fund
Best SA Multi Asset High Equity Fund
Long Beach Managed Prescient Fund
Best SA Multi Asset Medium Equity Fund
PortfolioMetrix BCI Moderate Fund of Funds
Best SA Multi Asset Low Equity Fund
Oyster Catcher Realfin Stable Fund
Best SA Multi Asset Income Fund
PortfolioMetrix BCI Dynamic Income Fund
Best SA Interest Bearing Short Term Fund
Truffle SCI Income Plus Fund
Best SA Interest Bearing Variable Term Fund
Fairtree ALBI Plus Prescient Fund
Best SA Real Estate Fund
Amplify SCI Property Equity Fund
Best Worldwide Equity General Fund
BCI Enhanced Equity Fund
Best Worldwide Multi Asset Flexible Fund
Raven BCI Worldwide Flexible Fund
Best Global Equity General Fund
Sygnia FANG.AI Equity Fund
Best Global Multi Asset Flexible Fund
Methodical BCI Global Dynamic Fund
Best Global Multi Asset High Equity Fund
BCI Contrarius Global Balanced Feeder Fund
Best Global Real Estate Fund
Oasis Crescent International Property Equity Feeder Fund
TROPHIES FOR BEST RISK-ADJUSTED PERFORMANCE OVER FIVE YEARS TO DECEMBER 31, 2025
Best SA Equity General Fund (including SA General)
36ONE BCI SA Equity Fund
Best SA Multi Asset Fund
Sygnia Enhanced Income Fund
Best SA Interest Bearing Fund
Alexander Forbes Investments Superior Yield Unit Trust
Best Global Equity Fund
BCI Ranmore Global Value Equity Feeder Fund
Best Global Multi Asset Fund
Allan Gray-Orbis Global Balanced Feeder Fund
Best Worldwide Fund
Blue Quadrant Worldwide Flexible Prescient Fund
Best Real Estate Fund (SA and Global)
Nedgroup Investments Property Fund
SOUTH AFRICAN MANAGER OF THE YEAR - RUNNER UP
Sasfin Asset Managers
SOUTH AFRICAN MANAGER OF THE YEAR
Alexander Forbes Investments
PERSONAL FINANCE