Deals done

A DEAL WORTH ITS WEIGHT IN GOLD ONE
(BAIYIN NON-FERROUS GROUP / GOLD ONE INVESTMENT)

Rand Merchant Bank is proud to have advised a consortium of Chinese investors, led by Baiyin Non-Ferrous Group Co Ltd, on an innovatively structured transaction that sees the consortium becoming the long-term strategic partner of Gold One, whilst also providing capital to accelerate Gold One’s growth plans.  This deal represents the largest investment by Chinese investors in the African gold sector and endorses RMB’s ability to deliver investment banking solutions to clients in the China-Africa investment corridor. 

Contact Craig Forbes on +27 11 282-1156 or email craig.forbes@rmb.co.za

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RMB MS MOMENTUM ASSET MANAGEMENT

RMB Morgan Stanley successfully facilitated the implementation of the new best investment view for Momentum Asset Management – the combined offering of the merged RMB Asset Management and Metropolitan Asset Managers. The solution to this large and complex transaction, with multiple underlying client portfolios, reflects the innovative thinking of both RMB Morgan Stanley and Momentum Asset Management, further endorsing the successful track record of RMB Morgan Stanley in transition trades.

For more information contact Chris Meyer on +27 11 282-8286 or email chris.meyer@rmbmorganstanley.com

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SMART PARTNER SUPPORTS PICK N PAY'S GROWTH

Rand Merchant Bank served as term lender to the Pick n Pay group in an innovative transaction designed to help Pick n Pay grow its business. The deal included extending maturities of previously held loans as well as providing a new secured funding tranche at a competitive funding rate for our client.

For more information contact Coenie de Villiers on +27 21 658-9369, email coenie.devilliers@rmb.co.za  or Barry Martin on +27 11 282-8118, email barry.martin@rmb.co.za.

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THINKING THAT CAN CHANGE OUR WORLD

The search for renewable energy is no longer an option, it's an imperative. Rand Merchant Bank has the passion, the experience and the risk appetite to enable major projects in the renewable energy sector. Through our deep understanding of independent power producers, RMB's Infrastructure Finance team is able to deliver value-enhancing, holistic solutions for all stakeholders. To date RMB has made a significant commitment exceeding
R13-billion across senior debt, mezzanine debt and equity, towards building the renewable energy sector in South Africa.

Contact Dario Musso on +27 11 282-4443, email dario.musso@rmb.co.za or Hugh Hawarden on +27 11 282-8153, email hugh.hawarden@rmb.co.za.

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WE DO SOME OF OUR BEST DEALS ON THE GOLF COURSE

Rand Merchant Bank provided fresh liquidity for the completion of the prestigious Houghton Golf Estate development. Based on the long relationship we have with our client, our Real Estate Investment Banking division enabled the full potential of the estate to be unlocked.

For more information contact Louis Schnetler on +27 11282-1865, email louis.schnetler@rmb.co.za.

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SA EXPRESS POWERED BY RMB

In a deal that adds seven fuel-efficient, twin-engine turboprop aircraft to SA Express' fleet, RMB structured an operating lease that involved financial innovation and technical reconfiguration. The transaction demonstrates RMB's experience in aviation finance and positions SA Express to further expand its routes across the African skies.

For more information contact Greg McKenzie on +27 11 282-8143, email greg.mckenzie@rmb.co.za or Paul Kennedy on +27 11 282-4558, email paul.kennedy@rmb.co.za.

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THINKING THAT GOES DEEPER THAN MINING

Rand Merchant Bank is proud to have assisted Amplats in going beyond compliance and thinking beyond mining – in its thirty year commitment to community development. The transaction involved the creation of separate but interconnected trusts that will benefit host communities and key Labour Sending Areas. The transaction lays the foundation for sustainable growth and economic development in these host communities.

For more information contact Craig Forbes on +27 11 282-1156 or email craig.forbes@rmb.co.za.

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RMB HELPS ANCHOR GRINDROD FOR GROWTH

Rand Merchant Bank is proud to have acted as transaction adviser to Remgro for its landmark investment in Grindrod Limited, providing Grindrod with an anchor shareholder who supports the company's strategic growth objectives. RMB designed a unique transaction structure for the R2-billion share issue to ensure an optimal outcome for Remgro, Grindrod and their shareholders.

Contact Paul Roelofse on +27 11 282-1274 or email paul.roelofse@rmb.co.za.

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POWER TO THE PEOPLE OF GHANA

Expanding its portfolio of power deals and its experience in utility finance in Africa, Rand Merchant Bank is proud to have acted as sole lead arranger and financier for Ghana Grid Company Limited's US$23.5-million Smelter II Substation project. The deal, which was supported by the Export Credit Insurance Corporation of South Africa, will see the construction of a 161/34.kVsubstation to strengthen the transmission backbone of Ghana.

Contact Ato Gyasi +27 11 282-1827, email ato.gyasi@rmb.co.za or Khetha Mbatha +27 11 282-1263, email khetha.mbatha@rmb.co.za.

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INVESTING IN MANY HAPPY RETURNS

RMB Ventures in a consortium with management and two other significant partners have acquired Tracker. Tracker has developed a range of highly sophisticated technologies since the 1990's and continues to innovate – making it a compelling investment for RMB Ventures.

For more information contact Eutychus Mbuthia on +27 11 282-8209, email eutychus.mbuthia@rmb.co.za or Andrew Aitken on +27 11 282-4658, email andrew.aitken@rmb.co.za.

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RMB HELPS HARMONY MINE INTERNATIONAL RESOURCES

RMB acted as joint mandated lead arranger, bookrunner and underwriter in providing a US$300-million, 4-year loan facility to Harmony. Syndicated to selected international lenders, this facility serves as initial funding for Harmony's world-class mining operations in Papau New Guinea, providing Harmony with access to global liquidity.

Contact Henk Deist on +27 11 282-4345, email henk.deist@rmb.co.za or Ian Lessem on +27 11 282-1440, email ian.lessem@rmb.co.za.

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THINKING THAT CAN CHANGE OUR WORLD

RMB Namibia brings local commitment to local development with an experienced and market leading investment banking team that is committed to unlocking the potential in Namibia, for Namibians.

Visit us at 18 Liliencron Street, The Village, Windhoek or contact Steve Galloway on +264 81 128-2016; Johan Piek on +264 81 355-4959; Matthias Langheld on +264 85 555-3707 or Henk Ludik on +264 81 141 2606.

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DENNY MANAGEMENT BUY OUT

In a deal that sees the multi-disciplinary talents of RMB working seamlessly together, RMB Ventures has backed the management of Denny Mushrooms and helped on of South Africa's best-known companies to broaden its strategic horizon. RMB Ventures underwrote the deal and arranged the debt, which was provided by Rand Merchant Bank.

Contact Simon Murray on +27 11 282-4468, email simon.murray@rmb.co.za  or Eutychus Mbuthia on +27 11 282-8209, email eutychus.mbuthia@rmb.co.za.

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GROWING TOGETHER FOR FIVE REMARKABLE YEARS

Five years into the joint-venture, RMB Morgan Stanley has built up a market leading position in equity sales, trading and research and continues to collect accolades from the industry and from its peers. In the 2011 PWC Peer Ranking of Banks, RMB Morgan Stanley was rated as the top equity and listings house in South Africa. In the 2011 Financial Mail Ranking the Analysts survey, it was rated as the best equity sales force and the best for quality of service. In equity derivatives, RMB Morgan Stanley was also ranked as the number one house in South Africa by Risk magazine in 2010.

Contact Chris Meyer on +27 11 282-8286 or chris.meyer@rmbmorganstanley.com.

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RMB SWEETENS ZAMBIA SUGAR

Rand Merchant Bank, in association with FNB Zambia, is proud to have acted as co-mandated lead arranger for Zambia's largest ever Zambian Kwacha denominated corporate lending. The US$128-million loan to Zambia Sugar Plc, the country's leading sugar producer and single largest employer in the Mazabuka region, will be used to assist in the funding of the company's recently completed major agricultural and factory expansion.

Contact Mike Sage on +27 11 282-4752, email mike.sage@rmb.co.za or Arnold van Wyk on +27 11 282-8276, email arnold.vanwyk@rmb.co.za.

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RMB FOCUSES ON DISCOVERY'S PERPETUAL VITALITY

Rand Merchant Bank is proud to have partnered Discovery in the successful private placement of R800-million, non-cumulative, non-redeemable Perpetual Preference Shares. Discovery, the market leader in healthcare, risk cover and wellness benefits, will use the capital to support growth of existing business and to explore new business opportunities.

Contact Lorraine Hanna on +27 11 282-8327, email lorraine.hanna@rmb.co.za or Daniella Keet on +27 11 282-1272, email daniella.keeet@rmb.co.za.

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RMB FLAG FLIES HIGH IN TANZANIA

Rand Merchant Bank is proud to have acted as co-mandated lead arranger and co-bookrunner for the recent US$250-million syndicated loan to the Ministry of Finance of the Government of the United Republic of Tanzania.

Contact Ato Gyasi on +27 11 282-1827, email ato.gyasi@rmb.co.za or Ian Lessem on +27 11 282-1440, email ian.lessem@rmb.co.za.

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THE JOURNEY CONTINUES

Rand Merchant Bank is proud to have partnered Bombela and the Gauteng Province on this visionary project. RMB is a leader in infrastructure finance and PPP's and continues to play a key role in developing vital infrastructure across Africa.

Contact Werner van Oudenhove on +27 11 282-8121, email werner.vanoudenhove@rmb.co.za or Cindy Govender on +27 11 282-4665, email cindy.govender@rmb.co.za.

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RMB SERVES UP A FEAST FOR STAKEHOLDERS

Rand Merchant Bank served up its full menu of investment banking expertise to enable Cyril Ramaphosa and the Shanduka Group to secure a firm foothold in South Africa's food and beverage sector. Building on an already excellent relationship, RMB acted as transaction and debt advisor, mandated lead arranger, joint underwriter and co-funder of the 20-year Master Franchise Agreement with McDonalds Corporation.

Contact Rob Leon on +27 11 282-1815, email robert.leon@rmb.co.za or Ernest Kwinda on +27 11 282-4604, email ernest.kwinda@rmb.co.za.

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RMB MPACTS THE JSE

Rand Merchant bank is proud to have acted as financial adviser, sponsor and joint debt provider in a uniquely innovative deal that sees Mpact, a new packaging giant, unbundled from Mondi to list separately on the JSE. Mpact is now re-packaged and ideally positioned for the pursuit of its growth strategy.

Contact Dale Wood on +27 11 282-1711 or email dale.wood@rmb.co.za.

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WE'D LIKE TO THANK THE PEOPLE THAT COUNT

We are extremely proud that our peers have, once again, rated us top in investment banking in South Africa. We'd like to thank our clients and our colleagues for helping us to achieve another solid performance in the 2011 PWC Peer Ranking of Banks.

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RMB PARTNERS BRAIT IN CUTTING A GEM

Rand Merchant Bank is proud to have assisted Brait in concluding one of the largest private equity capital raisings ever undertaken in Africa. The transaction raised over R15-billion of capital in the equity and debt markets for Brait, Pepkor and certain of its shareholders. RMB acted as financial and debt advisor, lead arranger and co underwriter of both the equity and debt facilities in respect of the Brait transaction. RMB also acted as financial and debt advisor to Brait's largest shareholder, Titan.

Contact Paul Roelofse on +27 11 282-1274, email paul.roelofse@rmb.co.za or John Ehlers on +27 11 282-8257, email john.ehlers@rmb.co.za.

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DBSA BANKS ON SOUTHERN AFRICA

RMB is proud to be the first South African bank to extend a US$ currency loan to DBSA. RMB acted as sole funder for the US$130-million which DBSA will be using as bridging finance for developments in the region.

Contact Ayanda Sisulu-Dunstan on +27 11 269-9721 or email ayanda.sisulu@rmb.co.za.

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RMB HELPS BARLOWORLD GO ROUND

RMB is proud to have acted as sole lead arranger for the recent placement of R1.074-billion corporate bonds for South Africa's diversified industrial giant, Barloworld. The 5 and 7-year instruments help position Barloworld for future growth.

Contact Barry Martin on +27 11 282-8118, email barry.martin@rmb.co.za or Chris Welthagen on +27 11 282-8635, email chris.welthagen@rmb.co.za.

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THINK AFRICA. THINK RMB.

Rand Merchant Bank has established itself as an award-winning investment banking solutions provider to its clients in over 35 countries in Africa, across a wide range of industries.

For more information on what RMB can do for your business contact Michael Larbie on +27 11 282-1233, email michael.larbie@rmb.co.za.

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MOVING UPSTREAM IN AFRICA

RMB continues to fuel its solid track record in Africa, which includes a US$100-million pre-export financing facility for BP in Angola and US$35-million in development finance for Kosmos Energy's offshore assets in Ghana. In our latest deal, we provided part of a revolving credit facility (which features multiple debt tranches and currencies) to Tullow Oil, for their upstream projects.

Contact Gary Buisansky on +27 11 282-8417 or email gary.buisansky@rmb.co.za.

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RMB HELPS REBOSIS BUILD A DREAM FROM REALTY

Rand Merchant Bank's Real Estate Investment Banking team is proud to have advised, structured, funded and listed Rebosis in the largest property IPO in South African history. With an intimate understanding of our client's business, developed through a relationship spanning many years, RMB provided an integrated, multifaceted solution to Sisa Ngebulana, helping him lay the foundation for a very promising future.

Contact Simon Fifield on +27 11 282-1270, email simon.fifield@rmb.co.za or Nic Morris on +27 11 282-1229, email nic.morris@rmb.co.za.

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NON-FICTION

Rand Merchant Bank's Equity Capital Markets team is proud of the number and quality of accelerated placings achieved over the past few years. We believe that the quantity of deals completed is a result of the quality of advice we give our clients, our global distribution ability, our deep market knowledge and smart timing.

 Contact Justin Bothner on +27 11 282-4150 or email justin.bothner@rmb.co.za

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AMDEC SEES THE GLASS AS 100% FULL

Rand Merchant Bank’s Real Estate Investment Banking team is proud to have acted as the sole funder and structurer of Amdec’s acquisition of 50% of the Melrose Arch precinct from local and foreign shareholders, making them 100% owners of this iconic property.  In a highly complex deal, RMB’s ability to integrate asset class expertise with investment banking skills provided Amdec with an innovative debt solution to this exciting equity opportunity. 

Contact Emrie Brown on +27 21 658-9308, email emrie.brown@rmb.co.za  
or Andrew Ward on +27 21 658-9346, email andrew.ward@rmb.co.za

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RMB GUARANTEES REAL CAPITAL FOR REAL PEOPLE

RMB is proud to have acted as lead arranger and guarantor for Real People's innovative, R400-million partially guaranteed corporate bond. RMB provided sufficient credit support to secure an 'A' rating on this bond, thereby facilitating Real People's effective entry into the South African debt capital markets.

Contact Scott Muzzell on +27 11 282-8967 or email scott.muzzell@rmb.co.za

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EDCON SETS A NEW TREND

Rand Merchant Bank is proud to have co-arranged and managed this country's largest high yield bond issuance. Setting a new trend in the market, the R1.01-billion super senior secured note, due in 2016, is a significant vote of confidence in Edcon, South Africa's leading clothing, textile, footwear, stationery and houseware brand.

Contact Barry Martin on +27 11 282-8118, email barry.martin@rmb.co.za or Nishen Padayachee on +27 11 282-8087, email nishen.padayachee@rmb.co.za

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BOND GIVES SERVEST LICENCE TO GROW

Rand Merchant bank is proud to have been mandated as lead arranger and book runner for Servest's R600-million local high yield bond. Comprising 5 and 7-year tranches, this bond offers one of the country's leading multi-service providers a flexible funding facility and delivers a high yielding asset to investors.

Contact Shannon Baker on +27 11 282-8503, email shannon.baker@rmb.co.za or Daniella Keet on +27 11 282-1272, email daniella.keet@rmb.co.za

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RMB FLIES THE FLAG FOR NATIONAL TREASURY

In a transaction highlighting RMB's substantial international distribution capabilities, we are proud to be the only local bank appointed by National Treasury to arrange the highly successful US$750-million issuance which matures in 2041 and priced at 180bps over the US Treasury.

Contact Ayanda Sisulu-Dunstan on +27 11 269-9721, email ayanda.sisulu@rmb.co.za or Martin Richardson on +44 207939 1777, email martin.richardson@rmb.co.uk

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MORUPULE UNEARTHS THE POWER OF COAL

Rand Merchant Bank is proud to have collaborated with FNB Botswana in the successful participation for the funding of the Morupule Colliery expansion.  The expanded colliery will serve as the sole source of coal for the Botswana Power Corporation, helping it to substantially increase its power supply to the nation. 

Contact Kholeka Mabuya on +27 11 282-8525, emailkholeka.mabuya@rmb.co.za or Henk Deist on +27 11 282-4345, email henk.deist@rmb.co.za

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RMB FUELS RMI LAUNCH

In a highly complex deal, Rand Merchant Bank is proud to have advised RMB Holdings on the separation of its banking and insurance interests through the unbundling to shareholders of a new insurance giant, Rand Merchant Insurance Holdings. Operating in distinctly different sectors of the insurance industry, through OUTsurance, MMI and Discovery and being listed separately on the JSE, RMI Holdings sees the unlocking of further shareholder value.

Contact Paul Roelofse on +27 11 282-1274 or email paul.roelofse@rmb.co.za

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TALENT. TEAMWORK. TRACK RECORD. TEAM RMB DEALMAKERS 2010

Rand Merchant Bank is proud to have dominated this year's DealMakers Awards with six main category wins: Mergers & Acquisitions – Deal Value, General Corporate Finance – Deal Value and Deal Flow, Sponsor – Mergers & Acquisitions (Deal Flow), Sponsor – General Corporate Finance (Deal Value and Deal Flow). We thank our clients for their support and our colleagues for their energy, dedication and remarkable talent.

Contact Carel Vosloo on +27 11 282-4143, email carel.vosloo@rmb.co.za or Paul Roelofse on +27 11 282-1274, email paul.roelofse@rmb.co.za

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RMB WELCOMES ROYAL BAFOKENG HOLDINGS TO OUR FINANCIAL SERVICES COMMUNITY

In a transaction that sees Royal Bafokeng Holdings (RBH) diversify further into financial services, Rand Merchant Bank is proud to have funded RBH for their recent subscription for an equity stake in RMB Holdings Limited.  RBH’s investment into our financial services community is aligned with their vision – to become the world’s leading community-based investment company. 

Contact Lorraine Hanna on+27 11 282-8327, email lorraine.hanna@rmb.co.za or Brett Nagle on +27 11 282-8708, email brett.nagle@rmb.co.za

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TOURIST ICON RETURNS HOME

Rand Merchant Bank's Real Estate Investment Banking team is proud to have acted as joint debt underwriter for Growthpoint's recent V&A Waterfront deal. The R9.7-billion transaction sees this iconic tourist attraction return to South African ownership.    

Contact Simon Fifield on +27 11 282-1270 or David Downes on +27 11 282-8112 or email rmbrealestate@rmb.co.za.

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SIGNS OF SUCCESS ACROSS AFRICA

For more than a decade, Rand Merchant Bank has provided financial solutions to clients across 35 countries in Africa.  Our solid track record of investment banking deals, makes RMB a leading financial business partner on the continent.    

Contact Michael Larbie on +27 11 282-1233 or email rmbafrica@rmb.co.za.

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RMB DELIVERS CLOVER TO THE JSE

Rand Merchant Bank is proud to have acted as financial adviser, bookrunner, sponsor and stabilisation manager on the recent R1.7-billion listing of Clover Industries Limited on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE). The listing and R575-million capital-raising enables Clover, one of this country's oldest companies and most iconic household brands, to take the next step in an exciting new phase of its development.

Contact:  Irshaad Paruk on +27 11 282-8021 or email Irshaad.paruk@rmb.co.za.

MOMENTUM AND METROPOLITAN – SO MUCH STRONGER TOGETHER

In the biggest M&A deal of the year, RMB's Corporate Finance team is proud to have advised FirstRand and Momentum on the merger with Metropolitan as well as the unbundling by FirstRand of its shares In Metropolitan. The two companies together will create a leading insurance-based financial services group that will significantly expand product offerings, target markets and growth prospects in South Africa and elsewhere in Africa.

Contact Leon von Moltke on +27 11 282-8206 or e-mail leon.vonmoltke@rmb.co.za.

RMB HELPS MTN SEND POWERFUL MESSAGE ABOUT ITS FUTURE

Rand Merchant Bank helps MTN to build its future by sharing it. Acting as advisor, structurer, co-debt arranger and co-funder, RMB is proud to have successfully implemented MTN's new broad-based BEE transaction. MTN Zakhele, which was created for Black Investors, was substantially oversubscribed and raised R2.7-billion.

Contact Paul Roelofse on +27 11 282-1274 or e-mail paul.roelofse@rmb.co.za.

RMB ROLLS OUT RED CARPET FOR A ROYAL LISTING

RMB is proud to have advised Royal Bafokeng Platinum on its R3-billion equity capital raising and R10-billion listing on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE).  This landmark transaction creates an independently controlled and managed, broad-based black empowered platinum group metals producer and enables Royal Bafokeng Platinum to accelerate its expansion programme, continuing its journey towards becoming one of the world’s leading PGM producers.

Contact Dale Wood on +27 11 282-1711 or e-mail dale.wood@rmb.co.za.

RMB helps Land Bank reap a bumper harvest

Strengthening its deep-rooted relationship with Land Bank, Rand Merchant Bank is proud to have co-arranged their
R10-billion DMTN programme – with an inaugural R1.2-billion bond issuance. The market’s strong support for this issuance heralds a new dawn for the Land Bank.

Contact Ayanda Sisulu-Dunstan on +27 11 282-9721, e-mail ayanda.sisulu-dunston@rmb.co.za
Spire Awards – Best Debt Origination Team – 2010 winner

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RMB flies high in Ethiopian airspace

Rand Merchant Bank’s Asset-based Finance team has successfully arranged and co-funded the acquisition by a leasing company of an aircraft, currently on lease to Ethiopian Airlines.  The deal plays a major role in RMB’s Africa strategy as Ethiopian Airlines has become one of the African continent’s leading carriers and has turned Addis Ababa into a major international hub.

Contact Greg McKenzie on +27 11 282-8143 or e-mail greg.mckenzie@rmb.co.za

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RMB cuts multi-faceted deal for Petra Diamonds

Rand Merchant Bank is proud to have structured and funded a 5 ½-year, R300-million debt facility for Petra Diamonds to be used as an enabler for the company’s future growth strategy across Africa. The deal, which involves an innovative cross-collateralisation arrangement with IFC’s parallel US$40-million facility, sees RMB’s commitment to Petra’s long-term success underscored with a share purchase warrants package as part of the structure.

Contact Henk Deist on +21 11 282-4345, e-mail henk.deist@rmb.co.za or
Sandile Mbulawa on +27 11 282-1020, e-mail sandile.mbulawa@rmb.co.za

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RMB goes off-shore for Ghana's new black star

Rand Merchant Bank is proud to have provided Kosmos Energy, an independent US-based oil and gas exploration and production company, with US$35 million development finance as part of its funding for Phase 1 of Ghana's offshore Jubilee Oil Field. This discovery will transform the economy of Ghana and extends RMB's strategy of becoming the leading investment bank on the continent.

Contact Gary Buisansky +27 11 282-8417 or e-mail gary.buisansky@rmb.co.za.

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Partnering to build a powerful platform for the future

Rand Merchant Bank, a leading player in PPP and Infrastructure Finance in South Africa, is proud of its 20-year partnership with Bombela and the Gauteng Province, as the Gautrain Project advances to final completion.

Contact Werner van Oudenhove on +27 11 282-8121, e-mail werner.vanoudenhove@rmb.co.za or Cindy Govender on +27 11 282-4665, e-mail cindy.govender@rmb.co.za.

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Packaged for Remgro by RMB

Rand Merchant Bank, acting as joint adviser and bookrunner, is proud to have assisted Remgro with its exit from Nampak Limited through a R1.4-billion accelerated bookbuild placing.  The placing was significantly oversubscribed with interest from South African and international investors.  The transaction further enhances RMB’s reputation s the country’s leading equity capital markets franchise. 

Contact Justin Bothner on +27 11 282-4150.

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Key relationship unlocks Imperial Bond

Driving a remarkable 20-year relationship forward with Imperial, Rand Merchant Bank’s Debt Capital Markets team is proud to have arranged a R2-billion bond issuance consisting of a R500-million 5-year floating rate bond and a R1.5-billion 7-year fixed rate bond.

Contact Barry Martin on +27 11 282-8118 or e-mail barry.martin@rmb.co.za

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R3.5-Billion in just one week– now that's Ayoba

Rand Merchant Bank, as co-lead arranger, is proud to have successfully initiated South Africa's largest corporate issuance in recent times. The issuances provide MTN with funding from 3 months to 7 years.

Contact Barry Martin on +27 11 282-8118 or e-mail barry.martin@rmb.co.za

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Getting to the very fibre of ICT

Instant access to information is a key enabler of any successful modern business. RMB has a deep understanding of the multi-faceted information and communication technology industry. We are proud to have advised, structured and arranged funding for leading industry players in over 10 African countries.

Contact Keith Webb on +27 11 282-1443 or email kieth.webb@rmb.co.za

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The new age of Aquarius dawns

Rand Merchant Bank is proud to have won The Banker Award for Restructuring Deal of the Year in Africa. The Aquarius Platinum deal highlights our partnership approach to client business. RMB coordinated and jointly advised Aquarius on a complex, multi-jurisdictional funding solution to raise R2.3bn which significantly strengthened the mining company’s balance sheet and competitively repositioned it to take advantage of opportunities presented by the market. 

Contact Carel Vosloo on +27 11 282-4143 or e-mail carel.vosloo@rmb.co.za.

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Shareholders give Anglo Platinum the rights sign

In a deal that strengthens its long-standing relationship with Anglo Platinum, Rand Merchant Bank is proud to have
advised the company on its recent substantially over-subscribed rights offer. Underwritten by Anglo Platinum’s parent company, Anglo American, the rights offer has rebalanced the company’s capital structure allowing it to focus on optimising value from its premium portfolio of assets.

Contact Carel Vosloo on +27 11 282-4142 or e-mail carel.vosloo@rmb.co.za.

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RMB accommodates Wits with 22-year loan

The University of the Witwatersrand has signed at R430-milllion loan agreement with Rand Merchant Bank to fund post-graduate student accommodation over a 22-year period. The student lifestyle centre, situated in Parktown, will help to alleviate accommodation pressures in the area, assist the city of Johannesburg’s urban renewal programme and support the government’s goals for higher education.

Contact Simon Fifield on +27 11 282-1270 or simon.fifield@rmb.co.za

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African Bank and RMB develop a powerful bond

Rand Merchant Bank is proud to have been selected by African Bank as their arranger for the recent R1.75-billion multi-instrument bond issuance. For the first time, three type of bonds – fixed, floating and inflation-linked, were placed in a single auction for African Bank. The combined power of African Bank’s strength in the capital markets and RMB’s extensive investor reach was demonstrated in the issuance being significantly oversubscribed.

Contact Barry Martin on +27 11 282-8118 or barry.martin@rmb.co.za.

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Wilderness takes on the concrete jungle

Rand Merchant Bank is proud to have helped Wilderness Safaris continue its growth as a sustainable conservation and ecotourism business, by restructuring the Group and listing it on both the Botswana Stock Exchange and the JSE Africa Board – a market first. These listings will enable Wilderness Safaris to continue its philosophy of developing profitable, sustainable conservation economies.

Contact Barry Martin on +27 11 282-8118 or barry.martin@rmb.co.za.

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