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The SAVax Programme, implemented by the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH) on behalf of the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development (BMZ) and co-funded by the European Union (EU), in partnership with South Africa's Department of Science, Technology and Innovation (DSTI), has officially launched the SAVax Innovation Challenge 2026.

Applications for the Global Cleantech Innovation Programme South Africa (GCIP-SA) 2026 have been extended, giving South African cleantech entrepreneurs additional time to apply for one of the country's leading clean technology business acceleration programmes.

The Scalar Botswana Innovation Programme (SBIP) has opened applications for experienced professionals to join its 2026/27 Expert Panel, supporting the growth of Botswana's next generation of climate and deep-tech ventures.

Delivered through a partnership between the Botswana Innovation Fund (BIF) and Scalar International, SBIP is a flagship innovation programme that strengthens Botswana's startup ecosystem by supporting ventures developing scalable solutions in climate technology, renewable energy, artificial intelligence, digital infrastructure and commercial innovation.

The Science Granting Councils Initiative (SGCI) has launched its 2026 Multilateral Research Call to support African-led, multi-country research projects that advance the Science, Technology and Innovation Strategy for Africa (STISA 2034).

Backed by US$12 million in research funding, the programme seeks to strengthen cross-border scientific collaboration, generate policy-relevant research, and accelerate innovation that addresses Africa's most pressing development challenges.