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Call for Applications: Allan Gray Centre for Africa Entrepreneurship PhD and Master’s Scholarships

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The Allan Gray Centre for Africa Entrepreneurship (AGCAE), based at Stellenbosch University, in collaboration with the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research, through the Innovation Bridge Portal is pleased to announce the opening of applications for its prestigious PhD and Master’s scholarships for the 2026 academic year. These scholarships are designed to support exceptional emerging researchers who are passionate about contributing to original, high-impact research in the field of entrepreneurship in Africa.

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Call for Applications: Business Infrastructure Support Programme

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The Department of Small Business Development (DSBD) invites qualifying applicants to apply for support under the Business Infrastructure Support Programme (BISP). BISP aims to support MSMEs with Business enabling machinery, equipment, tools, technology, energy support and Infrastructure (newly built or refurbished) and enable market access for Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs).

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Applicants may apply for the following support components:

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Plant-Based Carbon Nanotubes Drug Delivery Platform for Targeted Cancer Therapy

Cancer remains a leading cause of death worldwide, with current treatments often harming healthy tissues and failing to fully eliminate tumours. A major challenge lies in delivering therapy precisely to cancer cells without affecting normal ones.

Nanotechnology offers a breakthrough solution...

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LIVER-IN-A-DISH SCREENING SERVICE: ASSESSING DRUG SAFETY IN AFRICAN POPULATIONS

Drug regimens have not been optimised for individuals of African descent. This is due to several converging factors, including Africa’s diverse genetics, disproportionate disease burdens (and consequently a high dependency on specific drug regimens), as well as under-representation of local...

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Call for Registrations: Digital Health Africa

The Innovation Hub is calling for registrations for the Digital Health Africa (DHA) Conference 2025.  The conference, DHA-2025, will provide further practical insights in the potential applications of digital technologies, using maternal and child health, major unique challenges of medicine in...

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TEA Kasi Business Workshop - Kanyamazane, Mpumalanga

Join Township Entrepreneurs Alliance (TEA) at the Kasi Business Workshop in Kanyamazane, Mpumalanga. The Masterclass theme is Sustainable Business Practices. It will explore how to build resilient, future proof businesses that balance profit with purpose. Learn how to integrate sustainability into...

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Call for Applications: IWISA Community Champions

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IWISA is calling for applications for the Community Champions competition to social entrepreneurs who are making a difference in their communities. This call is to celebrate the entrepreneurs' journey and share a story. Entrepreneurs stand a chance to win R60 000in cash with benefits that include, business training, mentorship and networking opportunities for the first prize winner worth R30 000.

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Masterclass-EmpowerHER: Unleashing the Power of Women in Entrepreneurship

The Centre for Entrepreneurship within the Johannesburg Business School at the University of Johannesburg invites you to a high-impact masterclass designed to inspire, equip and connect women entrepreneurs. The masterclass will explore practical strategies to overcome barriers, seize opportunities...

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Call for Proposals: Ecosystem Outreach Partners

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Small Enterprise Development and Finance (Sedfa) SOC Ltd is inviting service providers in the Hessequa Municipality (Western Cape) to apply as Ecosystem Outreach Partners (EOPs) to help strengthen support for MSMEs and cooperatives.

Who should apply?
Organisations with experience in small business development and a presence in local towns/villages.

Services include:

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