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Digital Energy Challenge 2026: Up to €400,000 for Digital and AI-Powered Energy Solutions in Africa

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Applications are now open for the Digital Energy Challenge 2026, an international innovation programme supporting SMEs developing digital and AI-enabled solutions that improve energy access, accelerate the energy transition, and enhance the operational efficiency of energy utilities across Africa.

The initiative is supported by the French Development Agency (AFD) and partners and aims to help innovative companies scale proven digital technologies that address some of Africa's most pressing energy challenges.

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Blouberg Municipality Sustainable Agriculture NPC (BMSA NPC)

Blouberg Municipality Sustainable Agriculture NPC (BMSA NPC) is a South African non-profit organisation focused on clean energy systems development, industrial decarbonisation, and applied electrochemical innovation within the SADC region.


The organisation operates through the Dynamic Electrochemical Systems Architecture (DESA) programme, which provides a structured framework for analysing, modelling, and supporting the integration of electrochemical technologies with renewable and hybrid energy systems in industrial environments.


The DESA programme addresses a critical challenge facing energy

Proposal for Integrated Solar Conversion and Storage Materials for Mobile BESS Applications

1. Executive Summary

Oreconnect Projects is an SMME based in Postmasburg, Northern Cape, specializing in the deployment of Mobile Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). We bridge the gap between fixed energy infrastructure and the immediate, high-capacity power needs of the mining, industrial, and...

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FSAT Labs TerraFoundry Programme – Climate-Tech Accelerator 2026

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The FSAT Labs TerraFoundry Programme is a 3-year climate-tech accelerator designed to support Western Cape-based green businesses ready to Rise, Raise and Scale.

The programme will support 120 climate-tech startups over three years, with 40 businesses selected for the 2026 cohort. TerraFoundry aims to accelerate innovative climate solutions through structured incubation, investor readiness, and market access support.

The programme focuses on scalable climate-tech solutions that address environmental challenges while creating sustainable economic opportunities.

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Association of Professional Artisans of South Africa

Association of Professional Artisans of South Africa, APASA, is a professional artisan body that can serve as a practical ecosystem partner to the Department of Science, Technology, and Innovation by linking artisanal capability to South Africa’s National System of Innovation. Its contribution lies in professionalizing artisans, supporting grassroots innovation, strengthening local innovation ecosystems, improving the readiness of artisan-owned enterprises, and expanding participation in innovation among rural, township, youth, women, and disabled practitioners. In this way, APASA helps

EFFICIENCY-ENHANCING FILM THAT HELPS SOLAR PANELS CAPTURE MORE SUNLIGHT

The technology uses a clear polymer film embedded with luminescent compounds that absorb high-energy UV light and re-emit it as blue light, which solar cells can convert more efficiently into electricity. This film works with all types of solar panels and can be applied to existing installations...

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High-Potential Green Energy and Circular Economy Opportunities in the Western Cape

South Africa’s Western Cape is emerging as a prime testing ground for high-impact, commercially viable green energy and circular economy solutions. With a strong agricultural export base, growing manufacturing sector, world-class wind and solar resources, and acute pressure from load-shedding and...

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Mitigation Action Facility’s Call for Projects 2026

Overview of your opportunity

The Mitigation Action Facility’s Call for Projects 2026 provides grant-based climate finance (up to EUR 25 million per project from an overall EUR 100 million envelope) for ambitious mitigation projects that decarbonise the energy, transport and industry sectors in countries eligible for Official Development Assistance (ODA).

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Allan Gray Makers StartUp Academy 2026 – 8‑Month Incubation for Artisan Entrepreneurs in Technical Trades

Overview of your opportunity

The Allan Gray Makers StartUp Academy 2026 is an 8‑month, full‑time incubation programme focused on developing bricklaying, carpentry, electrical and plumbing tradespeople into successful business owners. The Academy offers structured entrepreneurship training, mentoring and practical business support to help aspiring and early‑stage artisan entrepreneurs formalise, launch and grow their own technical enterprises.​

The programme targets three stages of technical entrepreneurs:​

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National Cleantech Innovation Challenge (NCIC) 2026 – Provincial Cleantech Challenges Across South Africa

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The National Cleantech Innovation Challenge (NCIC) 2026 is a national programme led by the Technology Innovation Agency (TIA) in partnership with NGIN, regional hubs and Start‑Up Culture to accelerate South Africa’s transition to a low‑carbon, climate‑resilient and inclusive economy.

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