Everyone we know who has stayed committed for 10 years in startups is today making over $500,000 (≈R8.5 million) in annual profit. The reality is this: startups don’t fail because the idea is bad — they fail because people quit too early.
Think about it:
- It takes 10 years to qualify as a doctor.
- It takes 10 years to build a career as a lawyer.
- It takes 10+ years to become great at anything.
Why should entrepreneurship be any different? If you give your venture the same dedication and long-term consistency, your upside as a founder is uncapped.
South Africa’s Startup Opportunity 🚀
Right here in South Africa, there’s a $59 billion (≈R1 trillion) government procurement economy waiting for entrepreneurs who can deliver. Thousands of SMEs win tenders every year but get stuck because banks won’t fund them. That’s where non-bank fintech funders like MarketDirect.co.za step in — bridging the gap with contract-based finance.
The upside?
- Real demand (government and corporate contracts).
- Proven repayment rates (96% repayment on funded deals).
- Job creation at scale (600+ jobs created from just $1.8M / R31M deployed).
Why Most Quit Too Soon 😔
Many founders step out of the race at year 2, 3, or 5 because the returns aren’t instant. But the truth is that compounding only happens with time. By year 10, you’re not just surviving — you’re scaling.
Franchise With Us – Build Your FinTech Legacy 💡
At MarketDirect.co.za, we’ve turned this principle into a franchise model that lets you plug into an 8+ year track record in SME funding.
Here’s what you get as a franchisee:
✅ NCR-approved innovative “no credit checks” finance model & NCR license umbrella (compliance covered)
✅ Access to our CRM + project management platform
✅ Powerful referral network (2,943+ trained youth agents)
✅ Own a FinTech Franchise from just $8,800 (R150,000) to $14,700 (R250,000) — way below normal business finance franchise costs! 🚀 Plus, we’ll support you in securing government-linked loans for your float of up to $8.8M (R150 million) (DISCLAIMER: we offer no guarantee that you will be granted the government loan, it depends on the government’s budget each year)
✅ Training to grow your franchise in your township, rural area, or metro
💰 With just a $59,000 (≈R1 million) float, franchisees can earn 100%+ returns per annum while unlocking jobs and impact locally.
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Final Word ❤️
Startups aren’t risky if you commit long enough. South Africa needs founders who won’t quit — because when you stay the course, the upside is life-changing.
👉 Want to franchise with us and be part of the next generation of FinTech founders?
📩 Email: sales@marketdirect.co.za
📞 Call: 
+27 (87) 537 3199
🌍 Book our every Thursday or Friday question and answer(Q & A) online meeting book here