Masisizane Fund

Phungela challenges the myth that the ITC sector on the African continent lacks creativity or innovation. Through their creative ingenuity and homegrown technological solutions, they are helping to dispel outdated misconceptions. A Masisizane Fund client story. #BusinessFunding #DevelopmentFunding #Masisizane https://lnkd.in/dB6zSi-P

Coming Soon: Meet Nkululeko Mhlaba, an entrepreneur making big moves in the space of Information and Communication Technologies. 🖱💻📠 Visit our page this coming Friday and catch the full story of Phungela. #BusinessFunding #DevelopmentFinance #Masisizane

This week, our CEO, Ndumiso Zulu, delivered the keynote address at a business strategy session hosted by Phungela, one of Masisizane Fund’s esteemed clients. Phungela, a rapidly growing ISO-certified enterprise technology and digital transformation firm, organized the event to align its staff with the company’s strategic goals and vision for the future. This occasion further underscores Masisizane’s commitment to supporting our clients beyond financing. Mr. Zulu’s address explored key elements necessary for Phungela’s global expansion. He emphasized the importance of strategic execution, the power of teamwork, and the critical role of investing in talent to drive innovation and long-term success. His address reinforced the need for strong alignment between stakeholders and the internal team to sustain growth, expand the company’s technological reach, and maintain Phungela’s leadership in digital transformation across diverse markets. Masisizane Fund was founded on the belief that economic empowerment, through sustainable enterprise development, is vital to South Africa’s commercial success. Our primary goal is to help SMMEs establish and grow their businesses, ultimately reducing poverty, inequality, and unemployment. We provide tailored development support, working closely with clients to ensure their growth and sustainability beyond funding. #DevelopmentFinance #Masisizane Nkululeko Mhlaba #DevelopmentFunding

‘Although we’re a very small town in the middle of nowhere… to our community we’re more than that. The services we offer mean a lot to them.’ This month, we bring you the story of Gabriel Mhlamvu and how through the support of Masisizane Fund, his business continues to be a beacon of light for the community of Donnybrook in KwaZulu-Natal. #MasisizaneFund #DevelopmentFunding

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WATCH: As we celebrate Heritage Month, we are proud to share with you the story of Gabriel Mhlamvu and how through the support of Masisizane Fund, his Donnybrook Spar continues to be much more than just a dot on a map for that community. https://lnkd.in/dHRfm3vx #Masisizane #DevelopmentFinance

A great day for SMEs as we wrap up Day 1 of the two-day 16th annual Business Show Africa. Join Masisizane Fund and Team Old Mutual South Africa again tomorrow at #TheBizShowAfrica at the Sandton Convention Centre. Doors open at 9 am. #TheBizShowAfrica #Masisizane #DevelopmentFunding

Masisizane Fund and team Old Mutual South Africa are at the #TakealotMarketplaceSummit24 today, taking place at the Gallagher Convention Centre in Midrand. In recognition of the pivotal role SMEs play in our economy, the Summit is a convention of over 1500 of the country’s most promising SMEs, exposing them to various financial and non-financial development opportunities. #TakealotSummit24 #Masisizane #DevelopmentFunding SMEgo from Old Mutual takealot.com

One element of the Access to Finance webinar and forum hosted on 28 August was a panel discussion themed, Empowering SMEs in the Evolving Market.    Our incredible panel of industry leaders thoroughly covered how corporates can create platforms for SMEs to thrive in today’s competitive landscape. From fostering partnerships to unlocking new market opportunities, their insights provided entrepreneurs with some of the tools they need to grow and succeed.    A huge thank you to our esteemed panellists:  ·       Esther Mukumbo – Head of Post Investments, Masisizane Fund  ·       Marcia Tshabalala – Retail Operations Manager, SPAR North Rand  ·       Tashline Jooste – CEO, Innovator Trust  ·       Tshepo Marumule – Group Head of Public Policy and External Affairs, takealot.com Click the link to watch the panel unlocking insights for SMEs and market access opportunities #EmpoweringSMEs #SMEGrowth #MarketAccess #CorporatePartnerships #SMEFinance #Entrepreneurship #BusinessSuccess https://lnkd.in/dcXUcMkQ

"Not everyone seeking funding is truly prepared for it" During our recent Access to Finance SME Forum, Ndumiso Zulu, the CEO of the Masisizane Fund, discussed the crucial topic of Funding Readiness, which is highly relevant for young entrepreneurs today. His insights on the necessary preparations for securing funding were eye-opening for both the in-person and online audiences. Ndumiso outlined the key steps SMEs should follow to access suitable financing options, emphasizing the significance of strategy, readiness, and understanding investor expectations. To view his presentation, click the link: https://lnkd.in/db2WBG6b #FundingReadiness #WomenInBusiness #MasisizaneFund #AccessToFinance Proudly South African Old Mutual South Africa