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Launched in South Africa in 2005, Gumtree is one of South Africa's Top 10 favourite sites (Alexa, Google Adplanner) and South Africa's favourite online classifieds destination!
http://www.gumtree.co.za
http://www.youtube.com/gumtreesouthafrica
http://www.gumtree.co.za
http://www.youtube.com/gumtreesouthafrica
Overview
Location
South Africa
Employees
501-1000
Founded date
2000
Mentions in press and media 17
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| Jul 22, 2022 | Ignition Group buys online classifieds ad firm Gumtree | Classifieds specialist Adevinta ASA has signed an agreement for the sale of its subsidiary Gumtree South Africa to venture capital firm Impresa Capital, the majority shareholder of Ignition Group. Ignition Group is one of Africa’s largest i... |
| Jan 28, 2022 | Gumtree is rolling out bank-style ID verification – for sellers and buyers | Classifieds giant Gumtree is rolling out ID verification – for both buyers and sellers. The optional step uses a cellphone selfie to check a face against the national ID database, in the same way banks can now verify identities. The system ... |
| Feb 17, 2020 | The Hottest Hatches in South Africa Right Now | Hyundai i30N. CarReviews.UK |
| Feb 17, 2020 | The Hottest Hatches in South Africa Right Now | Hyundai i30N. CarReviews.UK Buying a car is a costly venture, but it never loses its thrill. Every car enthusiast has a car body style that speaks to them; whether it is an SUV, sedan, coupe, crossover, wagon or a hatchback. And, well, for ... |
| Jan 15, 2020 | Expert tips on how to get a job in SA this year – including creating your own experience | SA's job-market outlook is the worst it has been in five years, according to one workforce group. This as the country’s unemployment figure is rising – and an estimated 500,000 matriculants enter the job market. We spoke to experts about ho... |
| Dec 30, 2015 | Leadhome is the latest startup keen to change real estate in South Africa | Real estate startup Leadhome thinks South African real estate is stagnant and believes it has what it takes to shake it up with a melange of traditional and innovative services. Launched late November, the company was founded by long-time ... |
| Dec 30, 2015 | Leadhome is the latest startup keen to change real estate in South Africa | Real estate startup Leadhome thinks South African real estate is stagnant and believes it has what it takes to shake it up with a melange of traditional and innovative services. Launched late November, the company was founded by long-time f... |
| Dec 29, 2015 | Reselling is the new re-gifting | |
| Dec 9, 2015 | Gumtree intro instant messaging to their app |
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FAQ about Gumtree South Africa
When was Gumtree South Africa founded?
Gumtree South Africa was founded in 2000.
What has the press written about Gumtree South Africa?
Parsers VC has collected 17 articles mentioning Gumtree South Africa, among them “Ignition Group buys online classifieds ad firm Gumtree” (Jul 22, 2022) and “Gumtree is rolling out bank-style ID verification – for sellers and buyers” (Jan 28, 2022).
Is Gumtree South Africa still active?
Yes, Gumtree South Africa is active; its latest activity on Parsers VC dates from Dec 11, 2023.