SA Funding Landscape 2026

About this event

Keet van Zyl will unpack what the South African funding landscape is likely to look like in 2026, and what founders should prepare for as the market shifts. With more than two decades of experience across private equity, banking and venture capital, and a track record of scaling Knife Capital-backed companies to exits with global players like Visa, Uber Eats and SoftBank, Keet brings a grounded, ecosystem-wide view. This session will explore trends, investor behaviour, and practical steps founders can take to raise smarter, build stronger, and navigate the coming year with confidence. This is a The Founder Collab exclusive event. To join this event and any other masterclass, as well receive free tickets to all The Open Letter events, join The Founder Collab.