South Africa
SweepSouth is a South African startup that offers a convenient platform for booking home services online, connecting clients with cleaners in minutes. Founded in 2014 by Alen Ribic and Aisha R. Pandor, the company aims to modernize the home services industry by leveraging technology.
Their slogan "We do the chores so you can do more!" encapsulates their mission to provide hassle-free, on-demand home cleaning services. SweepSouth currently operates in various areas including Cape Town, Western Cape Winelands, Durban, Johannesburg, Centurion, and Pretoria.
In September 2022, SweepSouth secured an $11.00M Series B investment from a notable group of investors including simple.Capital, Endeavor Catalyst, Michael & Susan Dell Foundation, Alitheia IDF, E4E Africa, Caruso Ventures, Futuregrowth Asset Management, and Naspers Foundry. This substantial investment signifies confidence in SweepSouth's potential for growth and innovation.
Recognized for their entrepreneurial excellence, SweepSouth clinched the first-place award in the SiMODiSA Startup South Africa pitching competition. Additionally, the company proudly stands as the first South African entity to be included in the 500 Startups Accelerator.
SweepSouth's commitment to leveraging technology for enhancing convenience and efficiency in the home services sector, coupled with their strong investor backing, positions them as a promising player in the e-commerce, internet, logistics, and retail industries.
