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The Technology Innovation Agency (TIA) an entity of the Department of Science and Innovation (DSI) is calling for applications from grassroots innovators looking for funding, technical assistance and support for developing a new product or process up to prototype and proof of concept stage. 

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With a focus on water reclamation and desalination technology for application in complex industrial and wastewater systems, Nafasi Water began a journey in 2003 to develop, implement and operate world-class industrial desalination projects.

As a 100% black-owned South African leading water technology and water utility service company, we partner with industry, government and local communities to provide sustainable solutions to broader water security challenges.

Combining innovative technology with the funding and delivery of world-class water and wastewater treatment projects and services

House 87 is a modern intimate events space and braai eatery centred on jazz, local creative arts, African coffee and  Chef inspired South African cuisine. We are centrally located in the historical beach suburb of Quigney in East London. Our target market includes private residents, institutions and tourists to the City of East London in the Eastern Cape.

We are an online clothing manufacturing business, based in KwaZulu-Natal.

Acalytica provides a comprehensive platform for entrepreneurs to grow their businesses, with a focus on practical and hands-on courses and tools. Our tools include:

  1. Website creation tool
  2. Social Proof Marketing
  3. Website SEO Reports
  4. Web Analytics
  5. Email Marketing
  6. Courses

Acalytica was born out of the founder's frustration after attending a number of "entrepreneurship training courses" that were too theoretical and did not directly impact his startup. He noticed that training providers had to hunt around for tools to accompany their courses. To solve for this, Acalytica was formed as a

Blackslope Consulting is a (1) boutique strategy & innovation consultancy. In Blackslope Consulting, we are focused on driving business growth and delivering tangible results for our corporate clients. We identify key trends impacting our client's industries, spot opportunities and engage with start-ups and technology providers. This culminates in strategic investments, partnerships and acquisitions on behalf of our clients.

Blackslope consists of a group of ambitious strategists, innovators, venturers and commercial pioneers. We embrace our duality and diversity as both professionals with

An online marketplace community for uplifting and supporting female-owned SMEs.

The world’s fund managers are struggling to invest $1.2 trillion in committed capital yet less than 1% of all companies ever receive funding.

Navigate Africa Ventures collaborates with global VC and PE Funds to accelerate the deployment of excess capital in Sub-Saharan Africa through signals from country and industry metrics from IPOXCap.

Be Safe Paramedical is a Medical Equipment Developer, Manufacturer, Importer, Distributor and Exporter based in Cape Town, Johannesburg and Durban South Africa. Founded in 1993 by Mike, Raymond and Yvonne Kros, Be Safe Paramedical has developed into a significant role-player in the South African Healthcare Market.

At start-up, our main focus was on the supplying of first aid kits and pre-hospital related medical equipment to a relatively small market. As our clientele and reputation for service excellence grew, so did our need to expand on our range of products and services. We have enjoyed

Southern Implants is a leading provider of unique and innovative dental implant products with a focus on top-end professional users who want more choices.  Southern’s expertise in research, development and manufacturing of dental implants allows us to provide Innovative Treatment Solutions that will reduce treatment times and improve patient outcomes.

The company was established in 1987 and is headquartered in South Africa.  Our global network of professional representatives are dedicated and committed to provide high level technical support. We aim to compliment the clinician’s ability to