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We recognise that the future of employment and economic growth is dependent on SMEs, particularly in South Africa where SMEs are expected to create 90% of new jobs by 2030. We are committed to growing SMEs for measurable and meaningful socio-economic impact that will aid progress towards sustainable and inclusive economic growth.
“The key task is to increase the number of businesses that survive the first few years of establishment and progress to growth and expansion, thus contributing the higher levels of job creation.” - The DTI
AlphaCode Incubate is open for submissions. If you have a validated idea or start-up not older than 2 years that could change the financial services industry, apply and you could receive a package of cash and support services valued at R2 million! AlphaCode Incubate, in partnership with Bank of America Merrill Lynch and Royal Bafokeng…
The Vumela Fund, FirstRand’s enterprise and supplier development fund managed by Edge Growth, is proud to announce an exciting new equity investment in Giraffe – an automated high-volume recruitment start-up, using mobile technology and matching algorithms.
