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The Cooperative Development Support Programme (CDSP) provides grant funding to support the growth, sustainability, and competitiveness of cooperative enterprises. The programme aims to strengthen cooperative businesses by enabling them to acquire critical production assets, improve operational efficiency, enhance product quality, and scale their operations to access broader markets.

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The Technology Innovation Agency (TIA), an entity of the Department of Science, Technology and Innovation (DSTI), has issued a Call for Expressions of Interest (EOI) to appoint Seed Fund Implementing Partners under its Seed Fund Programme (SFP).

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Kay and Tee Entertainment and Records Label Youth Owned, Women-inclusive Company is a visionary start-up poised to revolutionize the music and entertainment landscape, to become the premier record label and entertainment hub in Bloemfontein, in the Free State Province, South Africa. Founded in 2023 by industry veteran Thandiwe Acentia Thukani and seasoned business professional Khotso Andrias Mongale, Kay and Tee address a critical void in the region’s music scene by providing state-of-the-art recording facilities, comprehensive artist development, and strategic market access: the severe

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The National Cleantech Innovation Challenge (NCIC) Free State: Regenerative Agriculture in Large-Scale Commercial Farming Challenge is a strategic provincial initiative designed to accelerate the transition from conventional high-input agriculture to scalable, climate-resilient regenerative farming systems.

Bohlale PrimeLink Ventures is a youth-led, early-stage enterprise dedicated to empowering small and emerging businesses across Southern Africa. We provide management consultancy, market research, and business readiness support, alongside legal, accounting, and operational guidance to help startups formalise and scale.

With expertise spanning manufacturing sectors—including fabricated metals, machinery, non-metallic minerals, rubber/plastics, and food products—we bridge advisory services with practical sector knowledge. Our focus is on innovation, compliance, and process improvement, enabling

We specialise in crafting high-quality, home-style rusks infused with unique, bespoke African flavours, offering a taste experience that tells the rich story of Africa through every bite.

Our vision is to partner with retailers and local businesses, delivering excellence while contributing to the growth of the local economy. By providing employment opportunities for unemployed youth, we aim to create lasting social impact.

Having been operational for a year, we are excited about our growth and the future potential of our business.

A South African youth-owned company specialising in engineering maintenance, scaffolding, painting and Construction support services.

Number Nerds is a forward-thinking accounting and tax firm designed for entrepreneurs who want to grow faster, stay compliant, and make smarter financial decisions. We’re not your typical accountants — we’re strategic partners who turn complex financial information into clear, actionable business insights.

Our mission is simple: to remove the stress of bookkeeping, tax, and compliance so business owners can focus on building, innovating, and scaling. Whether you’re a startup finding your footing or an established company expanding into new markets, Number Nerds provides the clarity, tools, and

Jali UniMats is a South African startup that creates innovative mouse pads embedded with study notes, formulas, and productivity tips, making learning practical, accessible, and effortless. The company aims to become a leading provider of functional study tools across South Africa and Africa by offering affordable, high-quality, and customizable educational products.

UniMats solves the problem of bulky and costly study resources by integrating essential academic content into everyday stationery. Its product range includes general study-tip mouse pads, subject-specific designs (e.g., Mathematics

Utopian Holdings is pioneering innovative renewable energy solutions with a focus on kinetic energy technology. One of our most promising initiatives involves kinetic boards—specially engineered floor panels that capture and convert the kinetic energy generated by human or vehicular movement into electrical power.

What Are Kinetic Boards?

Kinetic boards are modular flooring systems embedded with energy-harvesting technology. When pressure is applied—through footsteps, cycling, or vehicles—the board compresses slightly. This mechanical action activates an internal mechanism (such as piezoelectric