Vehicle & Asset Finance

Shariah-Compliant Rent-to-Own Financing Solutions

Access to vehicle and asset finance in South Africa remains a significant challenge. Traditional banks operate under strict approval criteria, resulting in only 20–25% of applications being approved. This leaves the majority of individuals, SMEs, and corporates unable to secure financing for essential assets such as vehicles, renewable energy systems, or specialized equipment — despite their ability to pay deposits and service monthly instalments.

In a country where public transport is unreliable and insufficient, vehicle ownership is a necessity for the middle class and for SMEs that depend on mobility to deliver on lucrative contracts. Many smaller businesses, even those with strong rental agreements with blue-chip companies, are excluded from traditional financing due to limited balance sheets.

The Rihlat Muzdahira Asset and Vehicle Finance Platform directly addresses this gap with an innovative, Shariah-compliant Rent-to-Own model, enabling both corporates and individuals to access the vehicles and assets they need, while creating an attractive investment opportunity for investors.


Investment Scope

Through this platform, the Partnership will acquire and lease assets across high-demand sectors, including:

  • Passenger vehicles
  • Commercial vehicles and yellow equipment
  • Beneficiation plants in the mining industry
  • Renewable energy solutions (solar panels, inverters, batteries)
  • Fibre network portfolios

Investment Mandate

  • Minimum asset purchase: R50,000
  • Maximum portfolio per counterparty: R80 million
  • Payment terms: up to 30 days
  • Profit share range: 13% – 20%

Investor Offering

  • Lock-in period: 12 months
  • Liquidity window: option to sell, exit, or trade after 12 months
  • Minimum investment: R25,000
  • Expected returns: 13% – 15% profit share
  • Profit distributions: paid monthly, based on trading profits

All assets remain under the possession and control of Rihlat Muzdahira ECP during the investment cycle, with a dedicated asset agent managing collection, delivery, and oversight to ensure security and compliance.

By combining financial inclusion with responsible asset-based investing, the platform delivers sustainable returns to investors while providing tangible, life-changing value to South Africa's underserved corporates and individuals.

Get In Touch

Interested in learning more about our Vehicle & Asset Finance platform? Contact us today.

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Email Us

info@rihlat.co.za

investments@rihlat.co.za

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021 201 7270

Mon - Fri: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

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First Floor, Fussel House

48 Athol Oaklands Street

Melrose Arch, 2076

South Africa