About us

Incubating and Accelerating the next generation of South African startups

What is FSATLabs?

Welcome to the forefront of innovation at the French South African Tech Labs (FSAT Labs). As a leading technology incubator and accelerator based in Cape Town, South Africa, FSAT Labs stands out for its commitment to fostering digital entrepreneurship. Operating as a non-profit company, we provide a 400 sq m co-innovation space for tech startups enrolled in our incubation and acceleration programs. Our offerings include invaluable digital skills training, entrepreneurship mentoring, coaching, as well as software development and research services tailored for both corporate and tech startups. At FSAT Labs, our core mission is to propel early-stage digital startups in Cape Town, South Africa, and across the continent. Through our dynamic 6-month incubator and 18-month accelerator programs, we empower entrepreneurs to accelerate their digital skills, generate revenue, and scale their businesses. Join us on the cutting edge of innovation as we select and support a new class of entrepreneurs twice a year, and propel the top 3 startups into an advanced growth trajectory through our accelerator program. FSAT Labs: Where innovation meets acceleration, propelling startups toward unprecedented success.

Meet the team

Meet our team:

Ndileka Zantsi

CEO

Ndileka is a versatile professional with expertise in economic development, SMME startup support, program design, and corporate stakeholder management. Her impact in the literary world and entrepreneurship showcases her commitment to fostering innovation. Ndileka's role as an educator and mentor for South African founders reflects her dedication to driving positive change in the entrepreneurial landscape.

Thomas Hart

Program manager

Thomas Hart is a seasoned green economy and communications professional with 13 years of experience across Africa. Specializing in behavior change communication and participatory research, Thomas has managed health campaigns, led business development programs, and conducted Eco and cultural tourism research. Over the past 7 years, he has focused on green and circular economy implementation in South African townships and African cities.