Funded Startups & Projects

Defence Cluster's Passive Radar for Air Traffic Control is a class of radar that makes use of third-party illuminators. For example, public broadcasting services such as frequency modulation radio, to illuminate an aircraft(s) of interest and subsequently locate and track these aircrafts by processing the signals reflected from the aircraft.

Given the absence of a dedicated transmitter subsystem in passive radar systems, it serves as a cost-effective radar solution that requires no spectrum licensing, consumes significantly less power, requires minimal equipment and has reduced maintenance.

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Floatpays is a company that partners with employers to offer their employees earned-wage access, a market-leading savings wallet and money management tools to help them better manage and enjoy their income.

The company offers a solution that allows integration with multiple payroll partners to allow access to finance simply and quickly at a low cost. It can be operated off a smartphone or USSD and has integrated a fully transactional wallet.

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Mechatech Engineering Solutions was established in 2020 by a group four engineers driven by the passion to change the world through technology. Through the experience of working with mechatronics systems, exposed to other technologies, and involved in various engineering projects, the team soon realized the need to contribute towards building a better society in South Africa through innovative engineering solutions.
 

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Smart Roots produces and distributes organic and bio fertilisers to smallholder farmers.