## Naspers: A Global Investment Conglomerate
Naspers is a South African multinational internet and media group headquartered in Cape Town. It is one of the largest technology investors in the world, with investments in over 200 companies across 30 countries. Naspers’ portfolio includes a diverse range of businesses, from e-commerce and online marketplaces to social media, food delivery, and classifieds.
### Key Investments
**E-commerce and Online Marketplaces**
* **Alibaba Group (China):** E-commerce giant and owner of Taobao, Tmall, and Alipay.
* **Delivery Hero (Germany):** Food delivery platform operating in over 50 countries.
* **Flipkart (India):** E-commerce platform specializing in fashion, electronics, and home goods.
* **MercadoLibre (Latin America):** E-commerce platform offering a wide range of products and services.
* **OLX Group (Netherlands):** Classifieds platform operating in 45 countries.
**Social Media**
* **Tencent (China):** Technology conglomerate providing social media, gaming, and fintech services.
* **VKontakte (Russia):** Social networking site with over 100 million active users.
**Food Delivery**
* **iFood (Brazil):** Food delivery platform operating in over 2,000 cities.
* **Glovo (Spain):** Food delivery platform operating in over 1,000 cities.
* **SWVL (Egypt):** Ride-hailing and bus-sharing service.
**Classifieds**
* **Avito (Russia):** Classifieds platform offering a wide range of listings, including cars, real estate, and jobs.
* **Shpock (Austria):** Classifieds platform specializing in second-hand goods.
* **Letgo (United States):** Classifieds platform designed for local buyers and sellers.
**Other Investments**
* **PayU (Netherlands):** Online payment services provider operating in over 50 countries.
* **BillDesk (India):** Payment gateway and digital wallet provider.
* **Brainly (Poland):** Online education platform connecting students and experts.
* **Codecademy (United States):** Interactive coding education platform.
* **Discord (United States):** Voice, video, and text chat platform for gamers and communities.
### Track Record of Success
Naspers has a long and successful track record of investing in high-growth technology companies. Some notable exits include:
* **Tencent (2018):** Naspers sold a portion of its stake in Tencent for $16 billion, generating a substantial return on investment.
* **Mail.ru Group (2019):** Naspers sold its stake in Mail.ru Group for $2.6 billion, further bolstering its investment portfolio.
### Global Presence
Naspers operates in over 30 countries, with a particularly strong presence in emerging markets. The company has a deep understanding of local markets and tailors its investments to meet the needs of specific regions.
Conclusion
Naspers is a global investment powerhouse with a diverse portfolio of technology companies. The company’s strategic investments have contributed to its success and continue to drive growth in the global digital ecosystem.