Author: André de Wet

Every generation inherits a different kind of economy. For my generation in South Africa, we’re witnessing something remarkable: The birth of a platform-driven digital economy that could do for today’s entrepreneurs what factories once did for previous generations. As we approach 2026, I believe we’re standing at the threshold of the super-app revolution in emerging markets, and Africa is uniquely positioned to lead this transformation. The South African digital economy’s foundation is already built The numbers tell a compelling story. The South African digital economy, as example, has experienced immense growth, with ecommerce surging from just 1% to nearly 10%…