Top Startups in South Africa in 2026
Top Startups in South Africa in 2026.
Startups
#1
Yoco
An African technology company providing point-of-sale systems, card machines, and online payment solutions for businesses.
#2
Fenix International
Parent company of OnlyFans, a content subscription service.
#3
CrewBloom
A platform that connects businesses with remote customer support agents.
#4
Tugende
Provider of asset finance for small businesses in Uganda.
#5
inputi
Provider of agricultural technology solutions.
#6
The New Forests Company
Sustainable forestry company focused on reforestation and carbon sequestration.
#7
Onafriq
A fintech company providing digital payment solutions across Africa.
#8
SweepSouth
On-demand home services marketplace connecting customers with trusted cleaning and home care professionals.
#9
AssetNova
Bridging real-world assets with global on-chain access, securely and sustainably.
#10
Clipboard Health
Marketplace connecting healthcare facilities with per diem nurses and allied health professionals for flexible shifts.
#11
Happy Hope Dweller
Online retailer and agri-eCommerce platform for smallholder farmers.
#12
TymeBank
A South African investment company offering innovative financial solutions and fully digital banking services.
#13
VALR
A cryptocurrency exchange platform based in South Africa.
#14
Takealot Group
E-commerce and logistics platform operating in South Africa.
#15
Numida Technologies
Provider of digital financial services for small businesses in Africa.
#16
Jumo
A platform that provides financial services to underserved populations in Africa and Asia.
#17
Regroup
A platform that connects businesses with financial services.
#18
Liquid Telecom
An independent data, voice, and IP provider building Africa's fiber network.
#19
Carry1st
A leading African gaming platform that provides payment and marketing solutions for game developers.
#20
Showmax
Provides internet TV services, including web series, kids shows, and live sports.
#21
Discovery Health Digital / Discovery Insure Tech Stack
Data-driven insurance platforms focused on health and wellness.
#22
EFT Corporation
A financial technology company providing payment solutions.
#23
Ozow
A leading payment gateway in South Africa.
#24
Bolt
#25
Lula
Provider of an internet-first bank offering digital banking services for businesses.
#26
Farmers Business Network
A data and technology company serving farmers.
#27
Embarque
A rapidly-growing SEO content marketing agency.
#28
Peach Payments
Online payment gateway for businesses in South Africa.
#29
Ctrack
Provider of fleet management and asset tracking solutions.
#30
Naked
A South African insurtech company offering innovative insurance solutions.
#31
Happy Pay
A payment solutions provider for businesses.
#32
Stitch Fix
Personal styling service delivering curated clothing and accessories.
#33
PayJustNow
A buy-now-pay-later service for online and in-store purchases.
#34
LifeQ
Digital health and precision medicine analytics company.
#35
ATLAS ANALYTICS
A data analytics company providing business intelligence solutions.
#36
Linum Labs
A blockchain technology company focused on developing decentralized solutions.
#37
BVNK
Enterprise-grade stablecoin payments infrastructure unifying banks and blockchains for global money movement.
#38
Turaco
Provider of insurance services intended to offer affordable medical cover to the future emerging markets.
#39
Plentify
Provider of smart energy solutions for homes and businesses.
#40
Cell C
A mobile provider in South Africa, offering a wide range of services and mobile and data deals.
#41
Smile ID
Africa's leading digital KYC provider using machine learning for identity verification.
#42
Spiritual Data
A data analytics company providing insights for businesses.
#43
Sendy
Developer of an on-demand delivery platform designed to offer door-to-door, delivery, and transportation services.
#44
Xeno Technologies
A financial technology company focused on providing digital financial services.
#45
Vagmine Tech IT Pty
An IT solutions provider offering a range of technology services.
#46
Aerobotics
#47
SuperSport
A leading sports broadcaster in South Africa and across Africa.
#48
Otterz
A platform that connects businesses with freelance talent.
#49
HyperionDev
A tech skills development company offering coding bootcamps and online courses.
#50
Pineapple
A South African insurtech startup offering a mobile-first insurance platform.
#51
LILT
LILT provides an enterprise AI translation platform that orchestrates multilingual programs with autonomous agents.
#52
LipaLater
A lending marketplace that provides postpaid payments at e-commerce stores.
#53
Vasonomics
Provider of data analytics and business intelligence solutions.
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