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2021’s silver lining for startups [Opinion]

Last year rocked everyone’s world and challenged every belief system we had and 2021 will bring more of the same uncertainty. In fact, I…

Stellenbosch Network Opens Programme to upskill local entrepreneurs

The Stellenbosch Network Entrepreneurial Mentorship Programme, an initiative aimed at supporting and upskilling budding entrepreneurs, has officially opened for applications. Applications close on 1…

Applications for SA Accelerator for black women tech founders opens

I’M IN Accelerator, a programme that focuses on early-stage tech startups founded by black women, has officially opened applications for its fourth cohort. Applications…

Google launches second News Initiative Innovation Challenge

Global and renowned tech giant Google has announced the launch of its second Google News Initiative Innovation Challenge (GNI) in Africa, the Middle East, and…

SA car tech startup creates automotive marketplace for locals

Johannesburg-based car tech startup My Car Guide has created a ”two-sided” marketplace that enables users to purchase a range of automotive-related products at affordable…

Egypt investment tech startup expands offering

Egypt-based tech startup Thndr, a fully licensed investment platform, has announced its partnership with fully licensed Azimut Egypt, the local investment art of Azimut…

New SA legal tech platform launches for SMEs

A new South African-founded legal tech platform, LegitLaw, is an automated technology system that allows users to file their trademark and patent online, draw…

UCT student entrepreneur creates digital library for children

A student from the University of Cape Town (UCT) has developed a digital library that aims to encourage children to read more with uniquely…

New e-Commerce platform launches to support SMEs

A new e-Commerce platform, ShopESpot, has launched and aims to provide SMEs, business owners, and entrepreneurs an easy-to-use the platform to move their business…

Local tech startup purchases used tech devices

A new local tech startup, Flip Phone, aims to provide South Africans with an easy and safe method to sell their used smartphones and…

Local tech startup implements security system in townships

A recently launched South African tech startup, Jonga, aims to provide safety and security for township residents. The security company, Jonga, was originally founded in…

Nigerian healthtech startup joins prestigious entrepreneur organisation

The founder of 54gene, a Nigeria-based healthtech startup, Dr. Abasi Ene-Obong has been selected as an Endeavor Entrepreneur. As a member of this organisation,…

Good ideas are not conjured on video calls [Sponsored]

While the overnight shift to having teams work from home has been a surprisingly simple one to make for many companies, there are plenty…

Apply for the SFAN Student Entrepreneur of the Year Award

Budding student entrepreneurs are encouraged to apply for the SFAN Student Entrepreneur of the Year Award. Applications close on 25 September 2020. The award…

Applications for V&A Waterfront kitchen incubator opens

The V&A Waterfront’s, Makers Landing, a development created by the V&A Waterfront in partnership with the National Treasury’s Job Fund has opened applications for its…

The benefits of startups and SMEs as investees of Kalon Venture Partners

Ventureburn’s second webinar held in partnership with Kalon Venture Partners, a registered Section 12J Venture Capital Company will take place on 6 October at…

Job Booster Programme to upscale 50 entrepreneurs

Kuba, an online ecosystem for small business development has launched a new Job Booster Programme. The programme has selected 50 participating entrepreneurs for its…

New SA tech startup to shakeup events industry

A new tech startup and a first of its kind, GetVen, will launch in Gauteng and the Western Cape at the end of September…

SA tech startup partners with French Development Agency

South African tech startup, Kandua has partnered with the Agence Française de Développement (AFD ), the French public development finance body. The partnership will…

Fintech startup launches property crowdfunding platform

An innovative South African fintech start-up, Crowdprop aims to make property investment more accessible to a wider market with the launch of the country’s…

Accelerator for waste to value enterprises launches in East Africa

Bestseller Foundation, a private foundation, supporting initiatives, and investing in businesses for environmental protection and social progress has launched an accelerator targetted at East…

Google launches initiatives to assist small businesses

Google has launched multiple initiatives to assist small businesses, job seekers, educational institutions, and vulnerable populations to recover from the devastating impacts of Covid-19. …

Grant worth $25 000 launches for young SA filmmakers

A new streaming service, Hissbox, has launched a grant funded by the Hissbox Diversity Film Fund (HDFF) which gives producers up to $25,000 in…

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