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Untapped.AI pioneers SA’s first fully local AI voice agent, cutting business call costs by up to 50%

Johannesburg, 09 Jan 2026
Lloyd Matthew, Founder and CEO.
Lloyd Matthew, Founder and CEO.

Untapped.AI, a South African AI consultancy, is rapidly gaining national attention after becoming the first local provider to deploy an AI voice agent that routes calls entirely through a South African call exchange. This breakthrough enables businesses to reduce call costs by up to 50% compared to AI voice solutions that rely on international calling infrastructure. 

The company recently went viral on social media for its AI voice technology, which includes cloning the founders’ own voice; creating AI agents that sound natural, familiar and distinctly local. However, it is the localisation of the underlying call technology that is proving to be the real game-changer for South African businesses.

While many AI voice platforms depend on international software and overseas call routing, Untapped.AI has engineered a solution built specifically for the South African market. By keeping calls local, the company has made enterprise-level AI voice automation both accessible and cost-effective for small and medium-sized businesses.

Beyond cost savings, the AI voice agents deliver measurable operational improvements. Businesses benefit from clean, structured data captured from every call, automated lead qualification, consistent customer interactions and 24/7 availability without increasing headcount. Detailed reporting provides management teams with clear visibility into performance, conversion rates and customer engagement.

Untapped.AI emphasises that the technology is designed to enhance, not replace, human teams. By filtering low-quality leads and handling repetitive conversations, AI agents allow staff to focus on higher-value sales and customer interactions, ultimately improving productivity and close rates.

As South African businesses continue to explore practical applications of artificial intelligence, Untapped.AI’s localised approach demonstrates how AI can deliver immediate ROI while remaining aligned with local market realities.

Businesses interested in implementing AI voice solutions can book a consultation with Untapped.AI to explore how local AI automation can rapidly improve sales efficiency and customer engagement.

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Untapped.AI (for end of article where it currently has about Untapped Connectivity): Untapped.AI exists to guide businesses through the transition to automation and artificial intelligence. We understand that most business owners lack the time, resources, and expertise to execute new AI-driven projects—yet know adaptation is essential. That’s where we step in. Untapped.AI delivers AI solutions on your behalf, handling strategy, implementation, and execution. By combining expert advice, education, and the right tools, we simplify adoption and ensure real results.

Untapped.AI is your trusted AI consultancy, helping your business stay competitive, efficient, and future-ready.

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Untapped.AI / Lloyd Matthew
(+27) 87 064 0000
info@untapped-ai.co.za