FUNDING ALERT! Talk360 raises raised $1.4 million in pre-Series A funding
But before we dive into the great news, let’s pause for a moment…
Did you know that 41% of the world’s population still lacks reliable internet access? Shocking, right?
Now, what if I told you there’s a South African startup actively changing the game—allowing affordable calls to any mobile or landline number in the world? It’s amazing, I know.
Let me introduce you to Talk360! This innovative platform makes it easy for you to stay connected with your loved ones, no matter the distance. Plus, it supports local currencies and offers 60+ payment methods to make purchasing call credits hassle-free.
With Talk360, you can make high-quality international calls at affordable rates, call someone even if they don’t have internet or a smartphone and purchase call credits using your local currency.
Founded in 2016, Talk360 is the brainchild of three forward-thinking entrepreneurs: Dean Hiine, Hans Osnabrugge, and Jorne Schamp. They’re already making waves in Africa, with offices in South Africa, India, the Netherlands, and Nigeria.
Now for the exciting part:
Talk360 has raised $1.4 million in pre-Series A funding, led by HAVAÍC! With a valuation now nearing $30 million, this funding is a huge leap toward the mission of connecting 7 million people by 2025.
Let’s hear from the key players themselves:
Hans Osnabrugge, CEO of Talk360:
“We’re incredibly proud of Talk360’s growth. In only two years, we’ve grown from 2.3 million users to 4 million in 2023. This funding will drive our next phase of growth, helping us connect more families across the globe and achieve profitability.”
Ian Lessem, Managing Partner at HAVAÍC:
“Talk360’s resilience in challenging economic conditions shows the strength of their business model. This new funding will empower them to expand their impact, especially in underserved communities across Africa.”
This is just the beginning. With Talk360’s growth and commitment to bridging the communication gap, I can’t wait to see what’s next!
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