SME South Africa Funding Summit 2026

The Premier Funding Event Empowering Entrepreneurs Nationwide

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About The Event

SME South Africa’s Funding Summit is the premier funding event focused on delivering relevant funding advice and guidance to small to medium-sized enterprises from across the country.

The 2026 edition promises to be bigger and better, featuring more exhibitors, expert speakers, and actionable insights designed to educate, inspire, and help entrepreneurs become funding-ready.

Hosted in the heart of Gauteng, entrepreneurs from across South Africa gather to network, learn, and improve their chances of securing funding.

Key Topics & Actionable Insights

Funding Guidance & Strategy

Access to Funders & Investors

Workshops & Masterclasses

Exhibitor Showcases & Networking

Meet The Speakers

Zama Nqadolo

Investment Manager - MIC

Velly Bosega

CEO - SME South Africa

Thandeka Dludla

Business Manager, SME Department at Old Mutual Corporate

Sthembiso Zwane

Partner - Grovest

Sheldon Tatchell

Founder and CEO - Legends Barber

Louise Naidoo

Product Head: FNB Commercial (Transact)

Event Schedule

9:00 am - 9:45 am

Registration & Welcome Coffee

Networking and opening remarks.

10:00 am - 11:00 am

Keynote: The Future of SME Funding

By Speaker Name (CEO, Example Inc.)

Venue & Location

Johannesburg

Sponsors & Partners

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“I enjoyed learning about the different streams of funding, hearing the stories shared, and understanding who to speak to about specific matters.”

– Lord-Byron Holmes

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