Duval van Zijl (35)

Duval van Zijl CA(SA) is a co-founder and Head of Investments at Holocene, a pioneering climate-tech venture capital fund based in South Africa, dedicated to addressing climate change across Africa. Holocene has made significant strides, investing in early-stage climate-tech startups to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and enhance climate resilience. Previously, Duval was instrumental at Stellenbosch University’s LaunchLab, investing and advising on climate-focused initiatives. With a background in venture investment, corporate finance, and public listings, Duval combines financial acumen with a passion for sustainability. Outside work, he enjoys trail running and freediving, balancing family life with nature’s wonders.