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DSTI launches inaugural national tech challenge with R1 million grand prize

The Department of Science, Technology and Innovation's (DSTI) Innovation Bridge Portal, in partnership with Council for Scientific and Industrial Research, announces the launch of the inaugural South African Tech Challenge 2025.
The SA Tech Challenge aims to identify and elevate the most impactful and scalable small, micro and medium-sized enterprises (SMMEs) across South Africa's digital innovation ecosystem. It seeks to showcase local talent on the global stage, support innovation, and strengthen South Africa's representation in the G20 Digital Innovation Alliance (DIA) and Startup20 working
Innovation fund Report (2024-25)
Innovation fund Report (2024-25)
The Technology Innovation Agency (TIA) jointly with the Foundation for Assistance to Small Innovative Enterprises (FASIE) hereby invite Proposals for funding joint call initiative for the South Africa-Russia call to be implemented in the 2024/25 financial year. The aim of the Call Read more
The Department of Science, Technology and Innovation's (DSTI) Innovation Bridge Portal is calling all South African tech innovators to apply for the SA Tech Challenge 2025 and stand a chance to win R1 million in funding, gain global exposure at the G20 Summit in Cape Town Read more

Biocode Technologies researches, incubates and commercialises inflammation-centred medical technologies. They concentrate specifically on diagnostic solutions that contribute to the management and improvement of human health and wellbeing. Their expanding brand family currently comprises Biocheck, which focuses on rapid testing, and Biolab, which focuses on diagnostic methodologies.

Biotrac Systems specializes in the intelligent monitoring of microbial activity in water systems, soil-less and soil-based agriculture. BioTrac Systems’ patented technology for the water and agricultural sectors make monitoring of microbial activity quicker, easier and with greater insights.