Call for Applications 2025: Innovator Trust Incubation Programme

Start-Up Culture invites ICT entrepreneurs with game-changing ideas to apply for the Innovator Trust Incubation Programme. The programme is seeking ambitious entrepreneurs ready to make an impact and scale their ICT Business in specific ICT domains.

All Tech Innovators in the following areas must apply:

• Digital Software Development
• FTTX/FTTH
• Fintech
• Internet of Things
• Artificial Intelligence
• E-Commerce
• Tech Infrastructure
• Tech Networking
• Cyber Security

Criteria:

• The business must be a registered company with key focus in ICT
• Must be operational and trading for 2 or more years
• A minimum level 1-4 BBBEE status according to the DTI or ICT Codes
• The business should be at least 51% black-owned
• Minimum annual turnover of R200 000
• A company defined in South Africa as an SMME, QSE or EME
• Latest audited Financial Statements or 12 months management accounts

SMMEs must be able to provide:

• Company Profile
• Valid BEE Certificate/Affidavit
• CIPC Registration
• Certified copy of Directors/Owners ID
• Shareholders Certificate
• Valid Tax Clearance Certificate
• Latest audited Financial Statements or 12 months management accounts

Click here to apply