How much funding have Marketplace startups in South Africa raised?

Marketplace startups in South Africa have raised $49.9M across 41 disclosed rounds.

Who invests in Marketplace startups in South Africa?

E Squared Investments has backed 2 of them, followed by Absa (1) and Absa group (Bank) (1). 54 investors have backed Marketplace startups in South Africa in total.

Where in South Africa are Marketplace startups based?

Johannesburg (52), Cape Town (41) and Durban (7) have the most.

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Marketplace startups in South Africa

StartupList Africa tracks 201 Marketplace startups in South Africa, which have raised $49.9M across 41 disclosed rounds. Johannesburg has the most, with 52, followed by Cape Town (41) and Durban (7). 54 investors have backed them.

Companies: 201; in South Africa
Total raised: $49.9M; 41 rounds
Investors: 54; backed them

Updated 29 Oct 2026201 companiesSource: SLA Startup IndexHow sectors are assigned →Full directory →

Marketplace startups in South Africa201

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#	Startup	What they do	Last round	Raised	Team
1	Staffed HourlySouth Africa	Hourly staffing solution for small businesses	-	Not disclosed	2–10
2	Click to SwitchSouth Africa	Bank account comparison platform that recommends and helps South Africans switch to a better-fit bank.	-	Not disclosed	2–10
3	MyWealthHubSouth Africa	Durban platform connecting township entrepreneurs with local ambassadors who sell their products.	-	Not disclosed	2–10
4	Poket MoneySouth Africa	Fintech marketplace delivering SIM cards, debit cards and micro-sites to customers, with a seller network.	-	Not disclosed	11–50
5	HomesalonSouth Africa	Platform connecting customers with mobile hair stylists and barbers for at-home appointments.	-	Not disclosed	2–10
6	ZorqSouth Africa	On-demand bakkie and truck booking in Durban for moves, deliveries and small removals, with fixed upfront prices.	-	Not disclosed	1
7	Child Friendly SASouth Africa	Free South African app helping parents find child-friendly businesses, events and services.	-	Not disclosed
8	Open AuctionsSouth Africa	South African online property auction platform open to sellers, buyers and property professionals.	-	Not disclosed	2–10
9	EveryspaceSouth Africa	Marketplace for renting unique venues for events, film shoots, meetings, weddings and parties.	-	Not disclosed	2–10
10	BIG Marketplace AfricaSouth Africa	Platform that verifies African SMEs and connects them with funders, customers, service providers and support programmes	-	Not disclosed	2–10
11	MosebetsiSouth Africa	Task marketplace for hiring ID-verified locals in South Africa for home help, moving, errands, events and garden work.	-	Not disclosed	2–10
12	Online 365South Africa	Cape Town company running online car portals that list franchised dealer stock for South African motor retailers.	-	Not disclosed	2–10
13	ZoolSouth Africa	App marketplace that connects people and businesses with locals available for quick tasks, errands and deliveries.	-	Not disclosed	2–10
14	Green Pill HealthSouth Africa	Healthtech platform for booking health professionals, ordering healthy meals and finding wellness products in South Africa.	-	Not disclosed	11–50
15	ZipiSouth Africa	Digital freight platform connecting cargo owners with fleet owners, with real-time shipment tracking.	-	Not disclosed	11–50
16	RSA PropertySouth Africa	Property portal for buying and renting homes across South Africa, with a built-in CRM for agents.	-	Not disclosed	2–10
17	LitSouth Africa	Influencer marketing platform for South African brands and agencies	-	Not disclosed
18	123tutorsSouth Africa	Tutoring service matching South African students with vetted private tutors online and in person across 50+ subjects.	-	Not disclosed
19	e-VanSouth Africa	Delivery app in South Africa where customers book van drivers directly and negotiate fair rates for loads.	-	Not disclosed
20	CarWizSouth Africa	Request-led car buying platform where competing dealers send proposals buyers can compare online.	-	Not disclosed	2–10

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Frequently asked about Marketplace in South Africa

How many Marketplace startups are there in South Africa?: StartupList Africa tracks 201 Marketplace startups in South Africa.
How much funding have Marketplace startups in South Africa raised?: Marketplace startups in South Africa have raised $49.9M across 41 disclosed rounds.
Who invests in Marketplace startups in South Africa?: E Squared Investments has backed 2 of them, followed by Absa (1) and Absa group (Bank) (1). 54 investors have backed Marketplace startups in South Africa in total.
Where in South Africa are Marketplace startups based?: Johannesburg (52), Cape Town (41) and Durban (7) have the most.

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StartupList Africa, “Marketplace startups in South Africa”, updated 29 Oct 2026.

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