WhatsApp on Thursday announced new steps it will take to fight the spread of spam on the messaging platform. In addition to banning defaulting companies…
‘Only 4% of Section 12J funds went to VC in last tax year’
A mere four percent or R120-million of the estimated over R3-billion raised by Section 12J venture capital companies (VCCs) in the 2019 tax year…
Kalon, Smollan up stake in SnapnSave to over 50% with new R7m funding tranche
Venture capital company Kalon Venture Partners and retail solutions company the Smollan Group SA have increased their stake in SA shopping community SnapnSave to over 50% with a new…
Local venture capitalist blames Silicon Valley for over valuation of SA startups
Over valuations are becoming increasingly prevalent among early-stage entrepreneurs in South Africa and Silicon Valley is to blame. So, says venture capitalist Clive Butkow of Kalon Venture…
Here are 4 things Kalon Venture Partners looks for when picking startups [Q&A]
Disruptive technology that is 12 months ahead of the competition. A proven product. A large addressable market. The best team on the planet. These are…
