South Africa

Setup A Startup, founded by McKevin Ayaba, is a pioneering organization dedicated to fostering and developing the startup and innovation ecosystem across Africa. The company positions itself at the intersection of corporate strength and startup agility, aiming to be the connective tissue that binds together these dynamic worlds through open innovation.

Key Initiatives:

1. Founders University: Founders University is a flagship initiative of Setup A Startup, designed to provide comprehensive education and training for startup founders. This program offers a curriculum tailored to the unique

We focus on the resource value chain, delivering specialized services, including:

• Reserve Value Chain:
  • Geotechnical studies
  • Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA)
  • Metallurgy
  • Mining engineering
  • Backfill and hydraulic transport
  • Reserve bankable feasibility studies (BFS)
• Geo-Hydrological Investigations:
  • Acid mine drainage studies
  • Open-cast mining grade control activities

Our projects are supported by advanced software tools, including Datamine, Leapfrog, and ArcGIS licenses, ensuring precision and efficiency.

Perfectly Polished by Pontso is a budding nail beauty salon located at 94 Charles Street, Bloemfontein. With a passion for beauty and self-care, the salon is dedicated to providing top-quality nail care services and creating a relaxing, welcoming environment for all clients.

Services Offered:

• Manicures and Pedicures: Classic, gel, and luxury treatments tailored to your style.
• Nail Enhancements: Acrylics, gel overlays, nail extensions, and custom nail art.
• Hand and Foot Treatments: Spa treatments, exfoliation, and massages to rejuvenate and pamper.
• Special Occasion Nails: Custom designs for weddings

PitsaBox Café is a Township-based restaurant, founded in 2020 in Meloding, Virginia, by three brothers who aimed to revolutionize food service in townships. PitsaBox Café that offers a wide variety of African Cuisine dishes and a modern deep-fried chicken menu and Pizza! We pride ourselves on our services and products. he vision is to create memorable experiences by serving original-style grilled food and pizza with unique recipes, offering an authentic dining experience labeled as Kasi Lifestyle.

Erob Bookkeeping and ICT Services is committed to delivering top-notch bookkeeping and business services to small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs).  Offerings include:

• Bookkeeping Services:
  • Preparation of financial statements
  • Payroll management
  • Invoicing
• SME Administration Services:
  • Comprehensive administrative support tailored to SMEs

Sinotho Trading is a proudly South African, black-owned catering and projects company based in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal. Founded by Innocent and Thobile Msani, along with Scelo and Nonhle Miya, the company's name is a blend of their first names. Their combined experience in food, community service, and event management has driven the company's growth and success.

Vision and Mission:

• Aim to be the leading event planner and service provider in KwaZulu-Natal and neighbouring provinces.
• Commitment to excellence encapsulated in their slogan: "Sinotho Trading, Always At Your Service!!"

Business Drivers:

• Rel

KG Cosmetics & Goodies was founded in 2022 with the aim to supply/sell fruits and veggies.

So far, the business is doing and there are plans of expansion with sweet beans and dried cooked morogo (spinach). At the moment, the business is lacking packaging. 

KG Cosmetics & Goodies wants to manufacture their own cosmetics such as hair food, hair oils, body lotions and others.

Gabby hair and nail salon is a newly registered business that is still trying to find its feet and is based in the Johannesburg Central Business District (CBD). 

ncognito Digital Solutions exists to empower businesses by enhancing their online presence and driving growth through tailored digital services.

Our Services:

• Digital Campaigns & Strategies: Customized marketing plans that align with your brand’s goals, creating a cohesive digital ecosystem.
• Search Engine Optimization (SEO): Helping your website reach the right audience and stand out in the digital landscape.
• Social Media Marketing: Boosting brand visibility and fostering community engagement across various platforms.
• Website Development: Designing professional websites, from simple portfolios to

Regona Manufacturing was established in December 2015 and commenced business activities in 2022. We are classified as a Micro Enterprise and proudly hold a B-BBEE level 1 Contributor status with a remarkable 135% Procurement Recognition. Our expertise spans the Material Handling Industry, fabrication and various other services.

We have strategically partnered with NPT Engineering and other firms that offer turnkey solutions characterized by remarkable flexibility, top-notch service quality, cutting-edge technology and exceptional value for engineering and related industries. We are unwavering