Professional, scientific and technical activities

The Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (the dtic) and the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) are jointly offering the Partnering in Business with Germany (PG) training programme, which is led by the German Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Climate Action.

Micro-Small and Medium-sized Enterprises (MSMEs) across all 9 provinces are invited to submit applications to be assisted with machinery, equipment, working capital, and acquisition of raw material to the maximum of R250,000.

ELIGIBLE APPLICANTS / COMPANIES

Start-Up Culture invites ICT entrepreneurs with game-changing ideas to apply for the Innovator Trust Incubation Programme. The programme is seeking ambitious entrepreneurs ready to make an impact and scale their ICT Business in specific ICT domains.

All Tech Innovators in the following areas must apply:

• Digital Software Development
• FTTX/FTTH
• Fintech
• Internet of Things
• Artificial Intelligence
• E-Commerce
• Tech Infrastructure
• Tech Networking
• Cyber Security

Criteria:

The CSIR Entrepreneurship Development Programme is designed for aspiring young entrepreneurs. Entrepreneurs in this programme are challenged to achieve and exceed their goals while receiving the guidance and mentorship they need to stay the course and build essential skills for successful venture creation. The programme focuses on the process of establishing new sustainable business ventures with the potential to grow and contribute meaningfully to local economies. The programme identifies promising entrepreneurs with the talent and energy to build their own businesses.

The EPF Tech Fund has partnered with the Department of Science, Technology and Innovation (DSTI) to launch an impactful Venture Building Programme aimed at empowering youth startups in the tech sector. This initiative is designed to support innovative entrepreneurs working in the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) technologies and align them with the national goals for socioeconomic development.

The Hollywood Foundation is excited to announce the highly anticipated return of the Bambelela Business Awards, set to take place in Limpopo. These prestigious awards celebrate the outstanding contributions of local entrepreneurs, highlighting businesses that have made a transformative impact on their communities and played a pivotal role in job creation throughout the province.