2023 – Amukelani Michael Mhlongo (Co-founder and Chief Operating Officer – Silicon Gold)

My Name is Amukelani Michael Mhlongo I’m a co-founder Chief Operating Officer of Silicon Gold and Honored to represent our Dynamic Startup studio

Silicon Gold non-profit company codename “Si¹⁴ Au⁷⁹” is a dynamic startup studio located in the vibrant city of Johannesburg, South Africa. With a mission to redefine entrepreneurship and innovation, we are at the forefront of supporting visionary entrepreneurs and in transforming groundbreaking ideas into thriving businesses

Silicon Gold stands out through its holistic approach to venture building. We offer a comprehensive ecosystem of support, covering every facet of a startup’s journey. From concept validation and product development to strategic positioning, funding connections, and state-of-the-art infrastructure, we provide the complete toolkit for success.

We also partner & help non-technical entrepreneurs build a successful technical start-up, thereby allowing the start-ups founders to focus on other key areas, such as refining their products/services, focusing on business development, sales and other important non-technical aspects.

At Silicon Gold, we envision a world where innovation knows no limits. Our vision is to be the driving force behind this transformation, nurturing innovation and fostering technological advancement.

Situated in Gauteng, a province known for its innovation, research, and technological prowess, we harness the local talent pool and cutting-edge infrastructure to gain a competitive advantage. Silicon Gold is more than just a studio; it’s an innovation powerhouse.