South Africa’s smallest businesses are punching above their weight when it comes to job creation – but the system is still actively working against…
Knife Capital reveals deal with Swedish startup, bemoans lack of local funds
South African venture capital (VC) fund Knife Capital has co-invested in a Swedish startup alongside a Swedish fund, Knife Capital co-founder Keet van Zyl revealed today….
VC companies don’t necessarily have to set up a fund to invest – here’s why
Engaging with investors is often like trying to fit a square peg in a round hole. This is the feedback we got from entrepreneurs…
Grotech rebranding as Kalon Venture Partners to avoid marketplace confusion
South African Section 12J venture capital (VC) company Grotech has rebranded as Kalon Venture Partners. Kalon CEO Clive Butkow said the rebranding was to avoid…
SA angel investment sector has to grow, black or white, says Simodisa head
South Africa needs more angel investors who can help startups and small businesses to grow. Yet there are still too few black Africans involved in…