CreativeShield is a South African digital innovation company building Dalr, a direct-to-fan digital commerce platform for African creators. Dalr helps creators sell music, digital products, exclusive content, and future premium services directly to their audiences through secure online payment flows and digital access infrastructure.

The platform is designed to support African creators who need simple tools to monetise their work professionally, track sales, manage product access, and build direct relationships with their fans. CreativeShield’s long-term vision is to build creator-commerce

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Applications are now open for the Merck Research Grants 2026 programme, a global research funding initiative designed to support innovative scientific research with strong potential for future impact and industry collaboration.

Since 2018, Merck has awarded research grants to scientists and research teams working on breakthrough solutions across emerging scientific and technological fields. For the 2026 funding cycle, grants are available across five strategic research areas, with funding of up to €500,000 per year available depending on the topic.

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Auren is a South African electric mobility and clean technology startup focused on exploring opportunities within the electric vehicle, battery technology, and sustainable transportation sectors. The company was established with the vision of contributing to the evolution of transportation through innovative technologies, locally relevant solutions, and long-term investment in electric mobility infrastructure.

As global markets continue to transition toward cleaner transportation systems, Auren seeks to position itself as a participant in the emerging electric mobility ecosystem by

Libenathi and mom is a creative small business specializing in handmade crochet products and thoughtfully curated gift packages for mothers and children. We focus on creating high-quality,unique, and heartfelt items such as matching mom-daughter-sets, baby essentials, and personalized gift boxes. Our brand combines creativity warmth, and attention to detail to dleiver products that celebrate family, love and special moments. As a start, we are committed to growing our brand through quality craftmanship, excellent customer service, and innovative product offerings tailored to our customer needs

Blouberg Municipality Sustainable Agriculture NPC (BMSA NPC) is a South African non-profit organisation focused on clean energy systems development, industrial decarbonisation, and applied electrochemical innovation within the SADC region.


The organisation operates through the Dynamic Electrochemical Systems Architecture (DESA) programme, which provides a structured framework for analysing, modelling, and supporting the integration of electrochemical technologies with renewable and hybrid energy systems in industrial environments.


The DESA programme addresses a critical challenge facing energy

We specialize in Granite, Marble and Quartz fabrication. We also design and manufacture Granite Tombstones. Our company is involved in construction projects under category GB and CE PE.

Our Services include:

  1. Tombstones design
  2. Granite Engraving
  3. Natural Stones Repairs
  4. Transportation
  5. Kitchen design (Carpentry and kitchen tops installations)

Overview – Environmental Care Services

1. Introduction

Environmental Care Services is a small-scale environmental cleaning products manufacturing business based in Pretoria, Gauteng. The business focuses on producing affordable and effective cleaning solutions such as detergents, pine gel, and related hygiene products for use by schools, households, small businesses, and institutions within local communities.

The mission of the business is to provide high-quality, cost-effective cleaning products while contributing to improved hygiene standards and creating sustainable employment opportunities

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develoPPP Ventures is now accepting applications for its 2026 funding round supporting innovative startups with scalable and development-oriented business models across selected African markets.

The initiative is funded by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) and implemented through:

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Mtimposo is a Gauteng-based, CIPC-registered manufacturing and training enterprise operating across three complementary divisions, each contributing to its mission to deliver quality products and meaningful economic opportunity. The business holds relevant accreditations across its divisions, including Cathsseta, FoodBev, and QCTO, underscoring its commitment to quality, compliance, and professional standards across all areas of operation.

  1. Our Divisions

Food Division (brand name Zingytwizt):  Mtimposo manufactures a range of flavourful sauces and marinades, including Peri Peri, Mayo, and Lemon

Business Overview – Phiwo Foods

Phiwo Foods is a proudly South African food service business specializing in authentic shisanyama, takeaway meals, and fast foods. The business was established to provide customers with affordable, high-quality, freshly prepared meals that bring people together through great food and excellent service.

Phiwo Foods offers a variety of menu options, including braai meat plates served with pap and salads, burgers, kotas, dagwoods, wraps, meat platters, chicken wings, and cold beverages. The business focuses on delivering delicious, satisfying meals that cater to