Smartphone applications have changed the way we live our lives in recent years, enhancing simplicity and convenience for users.
No longer the domain of developers in other parts of the world, South Africans entrepreneurs have chipped in on the hype, developing apps aimed specifically at the local market.
Here are some South African success stories in the world of apps.
Gradesmatch
Three South Africans won a R3.5m grant from Google after creating a careers app called Gradesmatch to help learners plan and apply for tertiary education.
According to the Daily Dispatch, the app has assisted 84,900 pupils from disadvantaged schools in Southern Africa.
Started by Unathi September, Rudzani Mulaudzi and Lebo Diale, the app allows pupils to enter their marks and then matches them with suitable tertiary institutions.
Khwela App
Created by Sikhona Khumalo, the Khwela app aims to bridge the gap between commuters and drivers. The app provides commuters with information on where to catch taxis to their destination, as well as a platform to express their grievances.