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EXCLUSIVE: New MVNO Sakeng Mobile to launch in SA

South African-based business Sakeng is looking to officially debut a mobile virtual network operator, called Sakeng Mobile, in August.

Naspers eyes bigger market share in educational tech

The company strengthens its education tech business through expansion and investing a further combined R1 billion in two start-ups.

Samuel Mungadze

Naspers readies to weather COVID-19 storm with $22.1bn revenue

The company believes it is well-positioned to navigate the coronavirus uncertainty ahead after its revenue grew 23% for the year ended 31 March.

Telkom transforms Yellow Pages with new SME platform

The telco says the Yep! digital marketplace will play a critical role in ensuring the survival of the country’s small businesses.

Samuel Mungadze

Bryan Habana’s fintech firm awarded R1.7m in grant funding

Fintech start-up Paymenow has been accepted into the Catalyst Fund accelerator programme and awarded R1.7m in grant capital.

Sibahle Malinga

ITWeb TV: Does SA have what it takes to produce a billion-dollar unicorn? | Episode #98

Innovation Hub CEO Bangani Mpangalasane discusses Gauteng's budding start-up ecosystem, why SA has yet to produce a unicorn company, and innovation that can be a catalyst for economic development and resolve societal challenges.

Afri Ride app heads to Zimbabwe

Less than a year after launch, Afri Ride’s creators are taking the ride-sharing app to neighbouring country Zimbabwe.

Simnikiwe Mzekandaba

Telkom targets SMEs with e-commerce solutions

The company will soon announce a mix of tailor-made solutions, including e-commerce targeting small businesses.

Samuel Mungadze

Local start-up moves to help SMEs through COVID-19

Nybble Technologies is offering free support for SMEs registered on its LittleFish e-commerce platform.

Visa creates initiative to support local SMEs

The digital payments company introduces an SME hub, to champion local entrepreneurs and encourage consumers to support small businesses.

EasyBiz Technologies

SMEs: COVID-19 and the case for diversification

There are many great examples of how businesses have pivoted their offerings and optimised their current setups during the pandemic, says Bridget du Toit, head of services at EasyBiz Technologies.

EasyBiz Technologies

SweepSouth Connect links thousands to service providers

Professional services marketplace platform SweepSouth Connect now lists over 400 active service professionals providing over 20 services.

Sibahle Malinga

Google to support black businesses, steps up diversity efforts

The company commits $175 million to back black-owned businesses following widespread protests against racial discrimination and police brutality.