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Irenic Capital Management LP

New York investment manager that disclosed a 9.3 per cent stake in Reservoir Media and a proposal to acquire the company in March 2026.

New York, United States

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Knife Capital

Cape Town venture capital manager, founded 2010; exited Quicket to Ticketmaster in 2024 after investing through its Section 12J vehicle KNF Ventures.

Cape Town, South Africa knifecap.com

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Kupanda Capital

Washington DC investment firm whose sole African music holding is a minority strategic stake in Nigerian label Mavin Global, held since 2019.

Washington, D.C., United States kupanda.com

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Richmond Hill Investment Co., LP

New York registered investment adviser, founded 2010, whose managing partner sits on the board of Reservoir Media.

New York, United States

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