Take your business to the next level, become remarkable with local innovation.

Our country is filled with remarkable people and remarkable ideas. At the Department of Science and Innovation, we help businesses turn ideas into action by enabling local health innovation to grow our health industry while meeting the needs of society.

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that turns your ideas into action.

Making sure it’s possible.

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Happenings

Keep up to date with the latest ecosystem events and opportunities.

The Regional Innovation Support Programme (RISP), a programme established by the Department of Science, Technology and Innovation is calling for proposals for grant funding on the following two separate and independent elements: A. Regional Innovation Networking Platforms (RINPs): RINPs are aimed at
Knysna Municipality is launching a programme to assist dynamic and committed entrepreneurs in growing their businesses. Successful applicants will receive a range of non-financial assistance, including business development interventions and training. The following criteria are applicable for
The Afreximbank Flagship Accelerator Program is a groundbreaking initiative designed to empower African entrepreneurs who are developing innovative solutions to drive intra-African trade. The program is looking for visionary founders with scalable technologies that address critical challenges in

Our Partners

The Innovation Bridge Portal is an initiative of the South African National Departments of Science & Innovation (DSI), and Small Business Development (DSBD). The initiative is supported by the European Union (EU) and its content does not necessarily reflect the views of the EU.

European Union (EU) funded Ecosystems Development for Small Enterprises Programme World Bank Group CIPC NIPMO