Empowering Passionate Investments.
At Gofundbiz, we're not just a funding platform, we're a pipeline of grassroots innovation. South Africa and the continent at large are full of small businesses and ideas with incredible potential, all they need is the right partner. That's where you come in whether through equity or loan investment.
Equity
Investment
Become a part owner in high potential small businesses. When you invest through equity on Gofundbiz, you're not just providing capital you're securing a stake in the future success of the business. This means you share in profits, growth and long-term value creation. It's an ideal route for investors who believe in the entrepreneurial spirit and want to help build small businesses from the ground up while earning potential returns as they grow.
Loan
Investment
Support entrepreneurs while earning predictable returns. Investing through a loan allows you to provide funding to vetted small businesses in exchange for scheduled repayments with interest. It’s a lower risk investment model for those seeking regular income while contributing to sustainable business development. Loan terms are transparent and repayments are tracked on your dashboard combining impact with accountability.
What Can You Do as an Investor?
Experience Exclusive Investor Tools
Your go to hub for managing and tracking all your investments on Gofundbiz. The dashboard provides real time insights into your portfolio, personalized campaign recommendations, impact tracking and direct messaging with entrepreneurs. Stay informed, organized and empowered to invest with purpose. All from one smart intuitive interface.
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Stay connected with every business you support. Get real time updates on their progress, performance metrics, milestones achieved and how your investment is making an impact. From financial growth to job creation, you’ll see the journey unfold. Keeping you informed and inspired every step of the way.
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Receive detailed monthly reports highlighting your investment activity, campaign engagement stats, business performance updates and community impact insights. These reports keep you informed, help you measure ROI and empower smarter future investment decisions. All in one clear, easy-to-read dashboard.
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Gain exclusive invitations to high value networking events where you connect with fellow investors, promising entrepreneurs and industry leaders. These events offer opportunities to discover new ventures, share insights, form strategic partnerships and stay ahead in the investment landscape. All within the trusted Gofundbiz community.
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why invest through Gofundbiz
Investing through Gofundbiz is more than a financial decision, it’s a purpose driven commitment to shaping the future of South Africa’s entrepreneurial landscape. Traditional investment channels often overlook the power and potential rooted in grassroots innovation. We believe that real impact starts by backing real people. The small business owners, innovators and dreamers building solutions for their communities. Our platform bridges the gap between passionate entrepreneurs and investors who are not only looking for financial returns but also for meaningful impact. With built in transparency, trust through community scoring and access to verified, ready-to-grow businesses, Gofundbiz offers a unique opportunity to put your money where it matters most. Whether you're an individual investor or a corporate impact leader, this is your chance to fuel growth empower purpose and be part of South Africa’s next great success stories which is one business at a time.
Gain early exposure to micro and small businesses that are often overlooked by traditional funding institutions. From informal traders with proven traction to startup founders with scalable ideas, you get first pick of hidden gems across the country.
View detailed campaign pages including business model, funding history, community score, contribution behavior, pitch videos and traction metrics. We make it easy for you to evaluate before engaging.
When you express interest in a business, we facilitate the conversation between you and the founder. If both parties agree to move forward we assist in structuring the deal and charge a 6% brokerage fee. Transparent, simple and mutually beneficial.
Your investment creates measurable social impact jobs created, businesses formalized and communities uplifted. all while positioning you to share in the financial upside of a growing enterprise.
Build South Africa’s Business. One Investment at a Time.
Join a new wave of purpose driven investing that empowers real people, unlocks real business value and creates shared prosperity. Ready to find your next big investment? Create an investor profile and start browsing campaigns today.