SA has been the launchpad for some of the tech world's most innovative companies.
Tech start-ups may be good for the economy, but those that solve problems with seamless apps and tools can be life-changing. Sometimes they become integral parts of our lives, but often we use and rely on them daily without even realising it. South Africa has been a launchpad for some of the world’s most innovative startups, and many have built businesses around disrupting industries and bettering the lives of the consumer.
Here are nine of these companies built in South Africa – and how they use technology to solve unique problems and improve lives.Until recently, a few large companies dominated South Africa’s insurance industry. The historical dominance of these companies meant they did little to innovate - and had no real need to offer more competitive pricing or better customer service.
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