Africa’s recent growth surge has created a large group of companies already scaling successfully, while the current market environment has reduced the capital available.
This untapped potential between high quality investment demand and reduced capital supply extends to various commercial sectors, including logistics, HR, and insurance, all presenting significant high value “white spaces” waiting to be filled.
In the article, Victor Basta, CEO of DAI Magister, discusses how investors can capitalise on these ‘white spaces’, by prioritising developed digital sectors and taking advantage of the $10-25 million funding gap.
ICT sector comes out tops in latest Southern Africa Venture Capital Industry Survey
A low-growth economy, high unemployment and the mounting pressures posed by the ongoing energy crisis have continued to weigh heavily on start-ups in Southern African over the past year.
Hacking and your business: not if, but when
South Africa is experiencing a massive surge in internet crime. A shocking 78% of South African organisations were struck by a ransomware attack last year, up from 51% the previous year.
Innovating a Global Africa: Global Startup Awards Africa Summit embeds innovation across startup nations
The upcoming Global Startup Award (GSA) Africa Summit, scheduled from 25-27 October at the Ethiopia Arts & Science Museum in Addis Ababa, is a monumental occasion for Ethiopia, a potential-laden country, signalling a significant milestone in the country’s entrepreneurial journey.
Potential Market Impact Evident in Success of Tech Startups
Celebrating the Winners and Encouraging Growth: Insights from the Technology Innovation Agency’s Pitching Competition at the SA Innovation Summit
By partnering with data specialists Insight Consulting to unleash the power of Qlik, Galito’s flame-grilled its legacy reporting and turned its data into a strategic business asset
This case study, with insights from Samuel Diedericks, Head of Finance at Galito’s, focuses on unlocking the power of Data and how Galito’s transformed its business operations and turned its data into a strategic business asset with Insight Consulting and Qlik.
The Role of Customer Communication Management in Building Trust and Loyalty in Banking Platforms
Peter Ottermann, CTO at GhostDraft, shares valuable insight on the glue that binds customers to the bank and its third-party partners.
The 7th edition of EMERGING Valley will take place on November 28, 2023 to build the technological future between Europe and Africa
This 7th edition of the business forum expects more than 3000 participants and will gather 250 startups and 50 investors from 70 different countries. Topics at the heart of the discussions will include environmental challenges, artificial intelligence, female entrepreneurship, startup financing, the Olympic Games, and above all positive innovation between the African and European continents.
When is it too soon to sell a residential property you bought?
Whether or not South Africa will experience a buyer’s or seller’s market for property in 2024 is challenging to predict, but several factors point towards a potential buyer’s market for some time to come.
Crisis to Empowerment: Navigating Climate Challenges with Sustainable Energy Solutions
With the recent unprecedented changes in climate (with extreme weather events becoming more frequent and intense; the recent flooding in New York city, followed by the devastating storms and floods in the Western Cape) and as the climate continues to change, the infrastructure that we have long depended on is showing signs of strain. On that, it’s now more important than ever for South Africans to be choosing solar energy, being a clean and renewable source, as it not only reduces our dependence on fossil fuels but also ensures that we leave a healthier planet for future generations.