Built for South African businesses

ClientConnect was founded in Gauteng, South Africa by our founder in 2024. After years as an administration and retail store manager, he saw countless tools fall short and knew AI could automate the work, remove human errors, and stop avoidable losses. ClientConnect-AI exists for the future of business - built by a proud South African so we can shape the next era of accounting together.

Our Story

ClientConnect was founded in Gauteng, South Africa in 2024. Before writing a single line of code, our founder worked as an administration and retail store manager, using every business tool available and seeing where they all fell short.

That front-line experience made the potential of AI impossible to ignore: automate the repetitive tasks, eliminate human errors, and prevent the unexpected losses that hold teams back. ClientConnect-AI was started for the future of business - THE FUTURE IS HERE - built for South Africans by a proud South African.

We live by bold intent: “We are not here to take part, we are here to take over.” And as one of our proudly South African ambassadors reminds us, “Hulle weet nie wat ons weet nie.” Join the future today and watch ClientConnect-AI work for you and for the people who depend on you.

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ClientConnect
Founded 2024 - Gauteng, South Africa
100%
South African
24/7
Any-device Access
VAT
Ready
ZAR
First

Our Mission

To empower South African small businesses with professional accounting tools that are reliable, affordable, and built for local conditions.

Reliability First

Cloud-native design means your business keeps running with secure browser access - no installs required.

Local Understanding

Built-in VAT support, ZAR currency, and compliance with South African business requirements.

SME Focused

Designed specifically for small and medium enterprises who need professional tools without enterprise complexity.

Meet the Founder

ClientConnect is led by Neal Hawkins, focused on automation and lightning-fast close-offs for South African businesses.

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Neal Hawkins

Founder

Built ClientConnect to automate reconciliations and accelerate monthly close-offs so SMEs can move faster with confident numbers.

Why ClientConnect?

We're not just building software - we're building a solution for the unique challenges of running a business in South Africa.

Built for Local Conditions

  • - Secure browser access on any network
  • - South African VAT and tax codes built-in
  • - ZAR currency and local business formats
  • - POPIA-aware data handling and privacy

Professional Yet Accessible

  • - Real double-entry bookkeeping
  • - Accountant-approved chart of accounts
  • - Modern, intuitive interface
  • - AI assistance for faster workflows