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Expression of Interest: South Africa - Cuba Biotechnology Collaboration

Overview of your opportunity

The Technology Innovation Agency (TIA), South Africa, and BioCubaFarma (BCF), Cuba, invite South African biotechnology companies, research institutions, universities, and healthcare innovators to express interest in collaborative R&D, technology transfer, and joint ventures for innovative biotech products.

Closing date

Friday, January 30, 2026 - 12:00

AfricYEG

African Centre for Youth, Gender and Environment (AFRICYEG) is a social enterprise operating in the refugee settlement of Kyaka II in particular Kyegegwa District. It was established to address socio-economic and environmental problems affecting the poor and vulnerable youths in the sub region. AFRICYEG’s main objectives are to improve the livelihood of the young people and women by empowering them utilize their full potential towards holistic development through promotion of positive attitude towards work, provision of life skills training, development of market linkages for interdependence

Caring Connections

Caring Connections is a community-focused organization committed to strengthening inclusive and sustainable ecosystems that empower individuals, enterprises, and communities to thrive. The organization works at the intersection of social development, economic empowerment, and environmental sustainability, using a collaborative ecosystem approach to address complex community challenges.
The organization was established to respond to gaps in access to opportunities, resources, and coordinated support systems, particularly among underserved populations. By bringing together diverse stakeholders

Peri-Intubation Containment Chamber PICC

The Novel Peri-Intubation Containment Chamber (PICC) encompasses the principles of containment and extraction of virulent particles. It is a transparent sealed chamber, and its access ports allow rapid assembly in emergency situations. It further comprises disposable single-use gloves and a torso...

Rapid Detection of SARS-CoV-2 Viral Particles in Electron Micrograph

This technology provides a software solution that facilitates the rapid detection of viral particles in any electron micrograph. It utilizes a neural network approach to enable automated virus recognition. It is based on a convolutional neural network/machine-learning based image analysis tool, that...

Precision Oncology

The toTIL Score is an innovative scoring system designed to predict the likelihood of cancer patients responding to immunotherapy based on the level of tumour-infiltrating lymphocytes (TILs) within the tumour. By evaluating the extent and distribution of TIL infiltration, the toTIL Score provides a...

Conjugate and Compostion for Treating Cancer

The novel aspect of this patented technology lies in the specific combination of a functionalised nanocarrier ( A single-walled carbon nanotube with polyethylene glycol), targeting moiety (folic acid), and unique plant extract compounds (which and known for their medicinal properties and potential...

Rising to the Challenge of Reproductive Choice

Stellenbosch’s solution is a 2-component injectable hydrogel designed to block the vas deferens, thus preventing the passage of sperm cells. Unlike a vasectomy, this hydrogel is reversible, restoring fertility.

The hydrogel is formulated from two aqueous polymer solutions with complementary reactive...

khanyanathi supply &logistic

Khanyanathi Supply & Logistics is a South African-owned supply, procurement, and logistics company focused on providing affordable, reliable products and services to public institutions, healthcare facilities, and community-based organisations.

The company operates across medical and healthcare supplies, hospital furniture and equipment, general goods procurement, and last-mile logistics solutions. Our focus is on supporting clinics, hospitals, NGOs, and government programmes, particularly in underserved and rural communities.

Khanyanathi Supply & Logistics aims to bridge supply gaps by sourcing

Rising to the Challenge of Reproductive Choice

Stellenbosch’s solution is a 2-component injectable hydrogel designed to block the vas deferens, thus preventing the passage of sperm cells. Unlike a vasectomy, this hydrogel is reversible, restoring fertility.

The hydrogel is formulated from two aqueous polymer solutions with complementary reactive...