AI Startups in South Africa
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| Name | One-liner | Country | Sector | Stage | Raising |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ageiro | An agentic AI platform that converts business intent directly into production-ready software. | South Africa | Enterprise AI | — | Actively Raising |
| Aizatron | We enable our customers to embrace their digital future through AI optimisation and advanced data analytics. | South Africa | IoT and AI | Series B | Open to funding |
| RURAL GODDESS | An African inspired clothing brand within the mainstream retail space. | South Africa | Retail | Seed | Not Raising |
Ageiro
Actively RaisingAn agentic AI platform that converts business intent directly into production-ready software.
Aizatron
Open to fundingWe enable our customers to embrace their digital future through AI optimisation and advanced data analytics.
RURAL GODDESS
Not RaisingAn African inspired clothing brand within the mainstream retail space.
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