Connecting students and young professionals with long-term rentals across South Africa, DigsConnect.com has secured $986K in seed funding. The capital infusion will support the company's mission as the largest student accommodation marketplace on the African continent.
The round saw participation from a diverse group of investors, including Goodwater Capital, Launch Africa Ventures, Five35 Ventures, The Delta, Intaba Capital, and the Michael & Susan Dell Foundation. DigsConnect.com focuses on safety and security, verifying users to create a secure platform for finding and booking shared housing, known locally as 'digs'.
