African Applied Chemical (Pty) Ltd is a bio-technology company that specialises in the manufacture of a proprietary slow release fibres (Bi-KoTM). These fibres are made mainly from polypropylene copolymer. The fibres are specially engineered to store a high amount of liquid within their matrix and slowly release small amounts over a long period of time.

This technology is aimed at slowly releasing high value actives in order to prolong their residual effectiveness and reduce the overall cost of their use in practical applications. 

CapeBio Technologies intends to develop a state-of-the-art AI platform to mine metagenomic data for novel antimicrobial peptide genes. This is a machine-learning and data-science-driven application that allows for better and novel detection of medically important genes that can be used to fight diseases such as cancer and tuberculosis.

Kena Health is an app-based telemedicine solution in South Africa which has, to date, facilitated more than 20,000 consultations. With the Kena Health™ App, you can talk directly to a nurse, doctor or mental health professional using text, voice, or video. The app is currently available on both the Android (Google) and Apple app stores. It is a value-based care telemedicine offering which allows patients to speak to doctors, nurses, and mental health professionals in an app-based interface.

MiDesk Global is a social innovation organization dedicated to transforming education for children affected by poverty, inadequate infrastructure, and rural challenges. Inspired by the simple yet powerful idea that every child deserves a dignified learning space, MiDesk developed a portable, multi-functional desk that doubles as a school bag and chair, equipped with solar lighting, USB charging, and made from durable, sustainable materials. By bridging the gap between home and school environments, MiDesk Global empowers learners, promotes educational equity, and uplifts communities, ensuring