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Mobi Rides wins Orange Social Venture 2026 prize

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Mobi Rides has won the 2026 Orange Social Venture Prize (OSVP), earning P50,000 for its technology-driven solution connecting vehicle owners with people seeking to rent cars.

The venture, represented by Maphanyane Modisa, took first place ahead of WasteWorx, represented by Phenyo Tsheko, which received P30,000, whilst KraalSense, represented by Kago Dintwe, secured third place and P20,000.

Mobi Rides operates a peer-to-peer car rental platform that facilitates vehicle rentals through verified bookings, secure payments and integrated mobility services. WasteWorx uses technology to encourage recycling by rewarding households for recyclable waste whilst helping businesses monitor their environmental impact. KraalSense applies artificial intelligence to agriculture, providing farmers with real-time data and tools to manage livestock, crops and farm operations.

Editor's Comment
Exercise extra caution!

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