AdvannoTech, a 100% black-owned Internet of Things (IoT) solution provider, is transforming South African industries through its innovative partnership with Telkom Consumer and Small Business. This collaboration has propelled AdvannoTech from enterprise development to supplier development, unlocking national market opportunities and accelerating growth.
“Becoming a solutions partner for Telkom Consumer has been transformational,” said Xolani Zuma, CEO of AdvannoTech.
“Telkom’s endorsement as a trusted national brand gives our clients confidence in our technology, while their extensive market reach has opened doors to enterprise-level opportunities across South Africa.”
A strategic collaboration driving innovation
Dr. Mmaki Jantjies, Telkom Group’s Executive for Innovation and Transformation, emphasised the significance of the partnership: “Congratulations to AdvannoTech on this remarkable milestone and their continued growth as a leader in IoT innovation.
“Our collaboration is a shining example of how corporates and emerging tech companies can unlock opportunities, drive innovation, and create meaningful impact in South Africa. I look forward to seeing AdvannoTech continue to expand its footprint and transform industries through their cutting-edge solutions.”
Founded in 2018, AdvannoTech specializes in IoT, smart buildings, energy management, and integrated security systems. The Telkom partnership has enabled the company to scale its flagship product, VantageX, an advanced IoT data fusion platform that converts real-time data into actionable insights.
Revolutionising Industries with VantageX
AdvannoTech’s VantageX platform is optimising operations across multiple sectors:
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Property: Enables proactive maintenance by detecting water leaks, tracking electricity consumption, and integrating security systems.
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Agriculture: Supports smart irrigation, crop monitoring, and livestock tracking for higher yields and sustainability.
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Utilities & Municipalities: Helps monitor water reservoirs, detect electrical faults, and improve service delivery.
Fuelling growth through strategic support
The partnership has been strengthened by R6.9 million in funding from Telkom’s FutureMakers accelerator and the Absa Supplier Development Fund. This investment has allowed AdvannoTech to:
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Expand its R&D team and integrate AI and machine learning into VantageX.
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Build IoT hardware inventory and streamline supply chains.
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Scale operations to meet enterprise-level demand.
“The funding was a critical catalyst for our growth,” explains Zuma. “It allowed us to say yes to new opportunities with confidence and deliver innovative solutions at scale.”
Recognition & future expansion
AdvannoTech’s achievements include:
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Winning the Telkom AI Innovation of the Year Award (2024).
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Showcasing at IEEE Global Communications Conference and UK Tech Hub x Telkom Tech Summit.
The company is now expanding into mining, logistics, and pan-African markets, leveraging Telkom’s 5G and NB-IoT infrastructure.
“This isn’t just a transactional relationship, it’s a true partnership built on a shared vision to solve real-world problems through technology,” says Zuma.
AdvannoTech’s journey demonstrates how strategic corporate partnerships can accelerate black-owned tech firms, drive IoT adoption, and transform industries.
With Telkom’s support, the company is poised to lead Africa’s smart technology revolution.
