If you're a South African tech innovator ready to scale, this is your moment.
The SA Tech Challenge 2025, led by Innovation Bridge under South Africa’s G20 Presidency, is on the hunt for game-changing MSMEs in six dynamic tech sectors: Digital Platforms, FinTech, Cybersecurity, Circular Economy, Connectivity, and Agri-/Health-/Ed-Tech.
What’s up for grabs?
- R3 million total prize pool
- R1 million to the grand winner
- R750k, R500k, and R250k for the subsequent top five
- All finalists secure a place at the G20 DIA Summit in Cape Town (24–26 Sept 2025), pitching to international investors, corporates, and policymakers.
- Post-challenge support from DSTI, DSBD, CSIR, TIA, CIPC, DCDT, Wits Tshimologong, and more.
Who should apply?
- MSMEs based and headquartered in South Africa
- Post-revenue with < 250 employees and < R250M annual turnover
- Tech is ready; TRL 7+, already used by clients.
- Proven impact aligned to at least one SDG, with scalable potential.
Why now?
This isn’t just another pitch contest; this is a launchpad. You’ll unlock:
- Scale-up funding to fast-track growth
- Global visibility via the G20 stage in Cape Town
- A support ecosystem with mentorship, policy guidance, and tech expertise
- Entry into a network of African and global stakeholders driving digital transformation
Key Dates
- Applications open: 20 May 2025
- Deadline: 30 June 2025 at 23h59
- Evaluation Phase: July 2025
- Finalists & Winners Announced: July & in Cape Town, Sept 2025
Ready to step into the spotlight?
Apply today and help drive Africa’s digital future forward. Click HERE
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