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This global Grand Challenges call for proposals seeks to accelerate the development of innovative interventions targeting placental and maternal gut inflammation and oxidative stress to improve fetal growth outcomes.

Fetal Growth Restriction (FGR) remains a major contributor to neonatal mortality and long-term health complications, particularly in low- and middle-income countries. This call aims to support scalable, science-driven solutions that can generate decision-grade evidence and advance toward clinical application.

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The Grand Challenges initiative has launched a global call for proposals seeking breakthrough innovations that can significantly reduce the cost of treating Severe Acute Malnutrition (SAM) while maintaining or improving treatment outcomes.

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The GSMA Innovation Fund for Green Transition for Mobile is a global funding opportunity designed to support small and growing enterprises that are leveraging mobile and digital technologies to accelerate the green transition in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs).

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Applications are open for Cohort III of the HealthyDiets4Africa Agribusiness Accelerator Program, an initiative designed to support youth and women agripreneurs in Kenya who are developing innovations and enterprises that can transform food systems.

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On 5 March 2026, the National Research Foundation (NRF) in Pretoria hosted the Midterm Symposium on Integrating Health Approaches and the Water–Energy–Food (WEF) Nexus, a half-day convening that brought together researchers, policymakers, and practitioners from two continents. The event marked the...

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The Cooperative Development Support Programme (CDSP) provides grant funding to support the growth, sustainability, and competitiveness of cooperative enterprises. The programme aims to strengthen cooperative businesses by enabling them to acquire critical production assets, improve operational efficiency, enhance product quality, and scale their operations to access broader markets.

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WineLand Media, in collaboration with ROTOCON and Auric Barrels, has opened nominations for the WineLand 30 Under 30 Awards 2026, an initiative that recognises and celebrates the next generation of leaders shaping South Africa’s wine industry.

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The European Outdoor Conservation Association (EOCA) is inviting applications from non-profit organisations worldwide for its 2026 Conservation Project Funding Round. The programme supports practical conservation initiatives that protect threatened species, restore habitats, and reconnect communities with nature.

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South Africa’s retail landscape is rapidly evolving as online commerce becomes an increasingly central channel for consumer purchasing. As more customers expect mobile-first browsing, transparent pricing, reliable delivery pathways and responsive customer service, entrepreneurs must adapt their...

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The CIPC Intellectual Property (IP) Youth Awards 2026 is a national platform designed to recognise and support young South African innovators, entrepreneurs, creators, and changemakers who are developing impactful ideas, technologies, and ventures.

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