Telkom has recognized start-ups and SMEs for their resilience, growth, and innovation through the FutureMakers programme, highlighting the vibrant entrepreneurial activity in South Africa despite economic challenges.
Telkom has announced the winners of the second instalment of its Telkom Transformation and Innovation Awards.
Despite economic challenges, SA remains a hotbed of entrepreneurial activity, with many new businesses projecting growth in employee numbers and revenue this year, says the telecoms operator.The event, which took place this week, showcased the latest tech trends and solutions emerging from SA’s start-up ecosystem, providing a platform for entrepreneurs to connect, collaborate and inspire.
Telkom, through its investment in FutureMakers, sought to diversify value chains, uplift township economies, democratise technology innovation, and provide access to venture capital in response to government's call for economic transformation and job creation, adds Mmakau.
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