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The European Cooperation in Science and Technology (COST) Open Call 2026 invites researchers and innovators to propose new COST Actions, collaborative science and technology networks designed to advance knowledge and strengthen international research collaboration.

COST Actions are bottom-up and open to all science and technology fields, meaning proposals can address a challenge or emerging opportunity identified by the research community. Multi- and interdisciplinary proposals are encouraged.

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Jobza is a browser-based career-preparation toolkit focused on job seekers in Gauteng, South Africa. Its public beta offers six free tools without sign-in: job-ad warning-sign checks, CV drafting, skill-gap planning, interview practice, outreach drafting, and salary and offer comparison. Founded and operated by Ahmed Abdou, trading as Jobza. Checks provide guidance, not employer certification. No job or interview is guaranteed.

Deaf-Care Healthcare Initiative

Comprehensive Overview for the South African MedTech Innovation Challenge

1. Executive Summary

Deaf-Care Healthcare Initiative (DCHI) is a South African nonprofit company developing an innovative medical technology platform to improve healthcare access, communication, safety, and continuity of care for Deaf and Hard of Hearing people.

DCHI’s proposed solution combines a mobile medical application for Deaf and Hard of Hearing patients with secure dashboards for hospitals, clinics, emergency medical services, healthcare professionals, administrators, and qualified

We build unified digital operating systems for real estate businesses and SMEs that are losing leads due to operational inefficiencies. We turn marketing, lead management, and workflow automation into one cohesive engine that helps our clients operate more efficiently and convert more leads. The aim is to fundamentally help these businesses save time that can be redirected towards client acquisition, while also enabling them to scale their lead generation efforts to maximize their revenue. Our services span from digital presence architecture to automation and system integration.

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Bamboo Enterprises is a multidisciplinary Information and Communication Technology (ICT) and Media company based in South Africa, providing technology solutions and digital services to businesses, government institutions, and other organisations.

As a youth-driven, Black-owned ICT enterprise and B-BBEE Level 1 contributor, Bamboo Enterprises is committed to helping organisations adopt reliable, secure, and innovative technology solutions while contributing to the growth of South Africa's digital economy.

Our services include software implementation and licensing, ICT hardware supply and

Mzansi KosKas is a South African digital pantry management and recipe-sharing ecosystem designed to combat domestic food waste, reduce household grocery/food expenditure, and celebrate local culinary heritage. By bridging smart inventory tracking with community-driven recipe discovery, Mzansi KosKas empowers households to optimize ingredient usage and connect through localized food culture.

The Problem 

South African households face rising food inflation alongside high rates of domestic food waste, often stemming from poor pantry visibility, inefficient meal planning, lack of creativity on what

Business Profile

“Empowering Businesses Through Reliable Technology”

1. Company Overview

Mafube ICT Services is 100% black owned company.The company's customer base includes large, small to medium-sized businesses, including start-ups. Mafube ICT Services benefits from several strategic alliances by receiving very competitive pricing on most services, allowing the company to offer competitive pricing on its services to customers.

2. Vision

To become a trusted and leading technology solutions provider in South Africa, recognised for delivering innovative, secure, reliable, and customer-focused

Exploring the Future of Enterprise Open Source and Digital Transformation

As organisations increasingly adopt AI, cloud-native architectures and multi-Linux environments, technology leaders are navigating the need to build infrastructure that is scalable, resilient, secure and adaptable.

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A leading global company is inviting established South African ICT businesses to participate in a targeted business development programme delivered by Aurik Enterprise Development. The programme is designed for businesses that have moved beyond the early start-up stage and are looking to strengthen their business capabilities, improve operational performance and prepare for sustainable growth.

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The South African Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SACCI), in partnership with Absa, invites businesses to apply for exhibition space at the Absa–SACCI Entrepreneur Empowerment Summit, taking place on 26 August 2026 in Rustenburg, North West.

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