Funded Startups & Projects

Durban University of Technology's Black composite brake pad is  a black composite brake pad developed offers improved braking force leading to shorter stopping distances, lesser wear rate interpreted to improved durability, improved cooling interpreted to improved heat dissipation, lesser noise, and is environmentally friendly.

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Enzyme Technologies is a  biotechnology company that has developed a technology to produce Bromelain, a protease enzyme of high activity and stability from waste pineapple stems.

Being a powerful digestive aid and anti-inflammatory, Bromelain can be used to improve gut health and to treat gastrointestinal diseases. The product is a natural blood thinner and can be used in the treatment of cardiovascular disease. An effective natural de-wormer and anti-biotic with potent anti-viral properties, bromelain provides effective immune support.

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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