Empowering a Cashless Future, One Tip at a Time

Over 3.5 million informal workers in South Africa rely on tips and donations to make a living — but as we move toward a cashless future, many are being left behind. TipMe is here to change that. With secure QR code technology, we make it easy to tip digitally, helping workers stay included in the modern economy.

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A Non-Profit with a Purpose

TipMe is a registered South African non-profit organization dedicated to uplifting informal workers through digital access. From petrol attendants to street performers, we serve those often excluded from financial systems — giving them a chance to earn, grow, and thrive.

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Our Mission

Digital Empowerment for the Everyday Worker

We exist to bridge the gap between informal workers and the cashless economy. Our mission is to empower South Africa’s informal workforce through simple, accessible technology that promotes dignity, independence, and financial inclusion.

We aim to reduce financial exclusion, promote dignity through digital empowerment, and ensure that every informal worker has the tools to thrive in a cashless society.

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Our goals

Reduce Financial Exclusion

Millions of informal workers are cut off from the cashless economy. TipMe gives them a secure way to receive digital payments, keeping them connected and included.

Promote Dignity and Self-Reliance

Everyone deserves to earn with pride. TipMe empowers workers to take control of their income without relying on charity or cash handouts.

Facilitate Digital Empowerment for All

We provide easy-to-use tools that anyone can access — even without a bank account. With TipMe, informal workers can participate fully in a digital world.

Not Just Digital — Designed for Real People

While other digital payment systems are designed for formal businesses, TipMe was created specifically for car guards, street vendors, domestic workers, performers, and others in the informal economy — the people who keep our streets and communities alive.

Unlike traditional platforms, TipMe requires no business registration, offers affordable starter packs with low transaction fees, and is driven entirely by a people-first mission. As a non-profit, our focus is on impact, not income — every decision we make is centered around the individuals we serve.

Our Vision

A Future Where No One Is Left Behind

We envision a South Africa — and a world — where informal workers are fully included in the digital economy. Where tipping is seamless, and economic participation doesn’t depend on cash or banking access. TipMe is more than an app — it’s a movement powered by kindness and technology.