Our Connection To Kasi Markets

Tributree’s real-time, ground-level insights into South Africa’s informal retail sector come straight from the source: our network of over 15,000 trained Connectas, who are in the heart of Kasi markets, capturing accurate, up-to-the-minute data that brands trust.

Our Connectas currently survey 60% of South Africa’s estimated informal retail outlets.

Equipped with Tributree’s Android and Web app, they capture seamless, precise data, no guesswork, no delays. This cutting-edge technology enables us to provide deep insights into:

  • Market segmentation and outlet profiling.
  • Wholesale supplier preferences.
  • Purchasing behaviour and emerging trends.
  • Brand and category performance.
  • SKU-level product tracking.

Empowering Kasi’s Community

More than just data collectors, our Connectas are community changemakers, earning, upskilling, and strengthening local economies while providing invaluable market intelligence, merchandising and promotional support.

Mobility

Connectas earn on their terms by working from their phone, whenever and wherever they choose.

Skills Development

They build valuable skills by gaining experience in data collection, market research, promotional activities and digital literacy to boost future career prospects.

Realtime Remuneration

They get paid fast as earnings go straight into a Tributree wallet, with flexible options to withdraw cash, buy airtime or data, purchase retail store vouchers or transfer to a bank account.

Committed To Inclusive Growth

By unlocking income streams and skills development for thousands, Tributree is committed to reducing unemployment and fuelling real, sustainable economic impact where it matters most.