The International Trade Centre and the Department of Small Business Development (DSBD) invite you to the Global SME Ministerial Meeting 2025. This landmark event brings together ministers, policymakers, private sector leaders, and entrepreneurs to elevate the global small business agenda. Under the...

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The Department of Science, Technology and Innovation (DSTI) is pleased to announce an Open Call for Proposals for Circular Economy Demonstration Projects commencing in January 2026. 

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Join the Irish Tech Challenge South Africa 2025 and seize the opportunity to change the tech landscape while making a global impact.

The Irish Tech Challenge South Africa is a collaborative initiative that is spearheaded by the Embassy of Ireland in South Africa, the Tshimologong Digital Innovation Precinct, the Department of Science, Techology and Innovation (DSTI) and the Technology Innovation Agency (TIA). It aims to fuse Irish technology expertise with the innovation of South African tech entrepreneurs.

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Vision:
To eradicate poverty and rebuild South African communities through locally-owned, scalable enterprises that drive employment, hope, and self-sustaining economic growth.

Mission:
To build a multi-sector, innovation-led economy by launching high-impact projects that empower unemployed youth, underserved communities, and local families.

Flagship Project – YOU WIN
A mobile-first fintech and gamification platform that rewards users with real-world prizes (groceries, airtime, cash, Everland tickets) through daily challenges. It’s designed to:

  • Financially empower unemployed youth
  • Drive community

Deep Inspiration Enterprise is a dynamic, forward-thinking service provider based in Mpumalanga, South Africa. We specialise in transforming outdoor and environmental spaces through innovative landscaping, mobile waste management solutions, equipment rental, and sustainable agricultural practices. Our mission is rooted in community upliftment, environmental stewardship, and the adoption of green technologies to drive industrial and ecological efficiency.

Core Divisions & Services

1. Landscaping & Maintenance

  • Professional landscaping for schools, malls, B&Bs, and public spaces
  • Ongoing garden

We are a waste management and recycling startup based in Benoni, focused on driving sustainable solutions for waste reduction. Our mission is to become a leading force in waste transformation by diverting waste from landfills and converting it into usable energy. Through innovative recycling practices and energy recovery technologies, we aim to contribute to a cleaner environment and a circular economy in the region.

Ark Sizwe Projects (Pty) Ltd is a proudly South African company offering innovative, reliable, and professional solutions in business automation, electrical engineering, IT support, and digital transformation. We are passionate about helping businesses operate smarter, faster, and more efficiently through technology and expert services.

Our core services include:

  • Business systems automation
  • Electrical engineering and installations
  • Web design and development
  • IT support and digital solutions

 

We help clients streamline operations, secure their data, and embrace the digital future, while also providing

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The Africa Women Innovation and Entrepreneurship Forum (AWIEF) calls for nominations for the 2025 edition of the prestigious AWIEF Awards.

The AWIEF Awards recognize, honour, and celebrate outstanding women entrepreneurs and founders for their achievements and contributions to the continent’s inclusive economic growth and sustainable development. Nominees should be established women entrepreneurs who have demonstrated exceptional vision, leadership, innovation, and business success within their industries and sectors.

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The National Small Business Chamber calls for registrations to the Business Show: Africa 2025.

Join thousands of entrepreneurs, business owners, and business decision makers who seek out new ideas, key solutions, innovative trends and unique opportunities to build bigger and more successful...

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The Africa-Japan Collaborative Research (AJ-CORE) programme is a partnership between the National Research Foundation (NRF) of South Africa and the Japan Science and Technology Agency (JST). It supports joint research and innovation projects involving institutions from South Africa, Japan, and selected African countries participating in the Science Granting Councils Initiative (SGCI).

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