A Specialist Advisory Practice for High-Stakes Decision-Making.
Part of the wider Nimble Group, and a division of Nimble Special Opportunities – NSO Advisory operates as an independent practice with a mandate separate from investment activity.
We provide rigorous business assessment and experienced advice to organisations navigating complex financial decisions across credit, restructuring and transaction environments.
Over 100 years
of combined
management experience
Our RSA footprint
Our African footprint
International Finance Corporation
Nimble Group is the IFC's strategic DARP partner in Africa.
The IFC, a member of the World Bank aims to advance economic development in emerging markets through its Distressed Assets Recovery Programme (DARP), by supporting SMEs, corporates and individuals to restore financial health.
Partnering with IFC enables us to improve Africa's prospects and livelihoods by encouraging business growth and development.
Learn More About DARPWhen the pressure is on, you need more than analysis.
For 20 years we've been trusted to help navigate critical situations, guided by these principles.
Complex situations need clear thinking
When businesses are under pressure, high stakes make it harder to agree on the way forward.- Our role is to bring structure, judgment and momentum.
Reality matters more than theory
- We believe in advice that works in the real world – commercially, operationally and for every stakeholder involved.
Action creates value, not analysis alone
- Insight means nothing without meaningful execution.
- We focus on outcomes, implementation and follow-through.
Trust is vital under pressure
- In stressed and distressed situations, people need an adviser who is steady, straight-talking and willing to tackle difficult issues head on.
Every situation has multiple stakeholders
- We believe lasting solutions are built on a clear understanding of every party – their motives, pressures and realities.
How we make a difference.
At the core of our purpose is our broader commitment to provide sustainable solutions which contribute positively to the environments and societies we operate in.
Social:
Impact on Societies.
We accept our responsibility to provide guidance and support to companies and situations where this can have the greatest positive societal impact.
The businesses we work with employ real people.
Preserving jobs and supporting employment stability during difficult economic times is one of the most important outcomes we work towards.
Beyond employment, we believe that fair labour practices, diversity and community impact are essential considerations in every solution we help develop.
Environmental: Preserving Africa's natural environment.
We recognise our responsibility to encourage environmentally conscious practices – particularly within the businesses and situations we work with.- Where NSO advises, we actively promote the adoption of sustainable practices and environmentally responsible operations.
Governance:
Ensuring that we uphold the highest ethical governance standards.
NSO Advisory operates under the governance framework of the Nimble Group – applying rigorous standards of oversight, accountability and ethical practice across everything we do.