Why We Are

At Pumpkn, we believe in the power of small businesses to transform communities and drive economic growth. We’re more than just a financial partner; we’re a catalyst for change, empowering South African entrepreneurs to build thriving businesses and lasting legacies.

"We’re driving Africa’s economic growth by making it easier for the businesses at the heart of our communities to access the finance they need."

"We’re driving Africa’s economic growth by making it easier for the businesses at the heart of our communities to access the finance they need."

Our Mission

Our mission is simple: to make it easier for the businesses that are the heartbeat of our communities to access the tailored funding they need to grow, succeed, and make a meaningful impact.

Building Trust

At Pumpkn, we believe trust is the foundation of any great relationship. We're committed to keeping your information safe and sound, and we play by the rules – always.

NCR Accreditation: We're proud to be fully accredited by the National Credit Regulator (NCR). This means we're committed to responsible lending practices, and we'll always treat you fairly.

POPIA Compliance: We respect your confidentiality. We adhere to the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) to ensure your information is handled with the utmost care.

SSL Encryption: Your online security is our top priority. Our website is protected by SSL encryption, so your personal and financial information stays safe and secure.

Building Trust

At Pumpkn, we believe trust is the foundation of any great relationship.
We're committed to keeping your information safe and sound,
and we play by the rules – always.

NCR Accreditation

We're proud to be fully accredited by the National Credit Regulator (NCR). This means we're committed to responsible lending practices, and we'll always treat you fairly.

POPIA Compliance

We respect your confidentiality. We adhere to the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) to ensure your information is handled with the utmost care.

Core Values

Trust

Trust is the foundation of every relationship, and we're committed to building strong, lasting partnerships with our clients. We believe in transparency, open communication, and doing what we say we'll do.

Growth

We're passionate about growth – yours and ours. We're constantly seeking new ways to innovate and improve, so we can better support your business journey and help you reach your full potential.

People

People are at the heart of everything we do. We celebrate the unique talents and aspirations of our clients, our team, and the communities we serve. We believe in empowering people and fostering a culture of collaboration and support.

How It Started

Back in 2022, three seasoned pros - Zaheer, Faz, and Jérôme - got together with a big dream: to give South African SMEs the boost they deserve. They knew that access to funding was a major roadblock for so many businesses, especially in the agri and food sectors.

And just like that, Pumpkn was born! We're on a mission to unlock over $1 billion in funding for 100,000+ African SMEs by 2030.  We're talking about real impact, real change.Our team's grown fast, with passionate folks like Ben, Olu, Mario, Yanga, Tash and our awesome interns Audrey and Azra joining the cause.

With over 170 SMEs already on board and a funding pipeline bursting at the seams, we're just getting started!. Plus, we've got some incredible backers, including successful founders like Aisha and Allen from SweepSouth and Lungisa from Yoco. Talk about good company!

As we gear up for the next exciting chapter, we're looking for passionate people to join our crew and help us build an AI-powered funding platform that'll change the game for African entrepreneurs.

How It Started


Back in 2022, three seasoned pros - Zaheer, Faz, and Jérôme - got together with a big dream: to give South African SMEs the boost they deserve. They knew that access to funding was a major roadblock for so many businesses, especially in the agri and food sectors.

Meet The Team

What drives our team? Empowering businesses, creating jobs, building a better South Africa.

Zaheer Dindar

Co-founder & CEO

Jérôme van Innis

Co-founder &COO

Fazlur Pandor

Co-founder &CPO

Natasha Wentink

Head of Growth

Ben Charumbira

Vice President - Engineering

Oluwatobi Odekunle

Fullstack Engineer

Yanga Pandela

User Engagement Lead

Zaheer Dindar

Co-founder & CEO

Jérôme van Innis

Co-founder &COO

Fazlur Pandor

Co-founder &CPO

Natasha Wentink

Head of Growth

Ben Charumbira

Vice President - Engineering

Oluwatobi Odekunle

Fullstack Engineer

Yanga Pandela

User Engagement Lead

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