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We have been incredibly fortunate to have had the support and exposure of major news, radio and media publications and it is thanks to this that we have been able to grow. Through these incredible articles and radio interviews, we can be heard, reach more and make that difference that we set out to make!


From Challenge to Opportunity: The Rise of African Entrepreneurs
South Africa is home to some of the most extraordinary individuals you'll ever meet. Visionaries. Problem-solvers. Builders. Africa's...
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Spot Great Service? Help Us Shine a Light on It
Do you naturally notice the moments where people go above and beyond? A warm welcome at the hotel front desk. A barista who remembers...
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They Worked for It. So Why Aren’t They Getting It?
"They don't give it to us." That was the response one driver got after asking a petrol attendant why he couldn't add a tip to his card...
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How Collaboration Is Fueling Digital Tipping Nationwide
We're excited to be growing, and we're not doing it alone. As tipped continues to expand across Sasol 's national network, we're proud...
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Friction without purpose is torture
I heard this line in a recent interview between Trevor Noah and Esther Perel, and I resonated so deeply with it. Purpose DOES transform...
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Redefining Growth: What Startup Success Really Looks Like
How do you measure growth in a startup? It is a question I have been reflecting on a lot lately. The more I think about it, the more I...
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One solution = a big impact.
Reflecting back on Durban July, over 150 CSG Group staff received their wages instantly at the end of each shift through our merchant...
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Mandela Month: Building Dignity Through Digital Inclusion
This international awareness month celebrates and recognises Nelson Mandela’s life and legacy. Mandela taught us the power of equality,...
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More Than a Moment: Reflections from Durban July
Flashback to a standout weekend in Durban. Still thinking about the people, the purpose, and the perspectives that made this trip one to...
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A Milestone Moment: Tipped Launches Nationwide with Sasol
We’re incredibly proud to share that tipped has officially started its rollout launch expanding across Sasol’s forecourt network countrywide!
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Africa’s Financial Future Isn’t Coming — We’re Already Building It
Africa isn’t waiting for the future of finance - we’re building it right now. The next 10 years will decide who it serves and how far it...
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Digital Tools for Real People: Building Fintech That Serves Everyone
South Africa’s informal economy is R1 trillion strong. Businesses such as spaza shops, salons, taxis, and takeaways drive growth in...
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How Do We Build an Economy That Sees Everyone?
It's been fascinating to watch the responses to Capitec CEO Gerrie Fourie's call to redefine how we see "unemployment." As he says, so...
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Fintech with a Heartbeat: Tipped’s Role in the Informal Economy
As South Africa moves faster towards a cashless economy, too many are being left behind. We designed tipped to serve them first. What...
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Why Connectivity Must Be at the Heart of Inclusion
What if we recognised digital access as a human right? During Human Rights Month, I’ve reflected on what true access and equality mean in...
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The Quiet Power of Remembering Why
Count happy memories instead of sheep! Leading a start-up means I don’t always sleep well. My mind runs through decisions, to-do lists,...
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What Started with a Question Became a Movement
Do you know that May marked six years with tipped ? Six years ago, a simple idea began to take shape - born from curiosity and a...
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From R5 to R30: A Cultural Shift in Gratitude
I couldn't believe my eyes when I saw through our reporting that the new average tip amount for car guards and petrol attendants is...
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“The road is narrow that leads to life, and only a few find it.” — Matthew 7:14
If it were easy, everyone would do it. This month marked the sixth year since tipped officially launched, and it’s been one of the most...
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A movement is NOTHING without the people behind it.
Tipped didn’t grow because of one person or one idea. It grew because people believed in the vision. They showed up, gave their time,...
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