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ClimateLaunchpad
ClimateLaunchPad (CLP) is a global green business ideas competition that supports promising cleantech entrepreneurs by providing them with training, coaching, and networking opportunities.
It welcomes innovation and solutions that tackle the challenges of climate change.
INNOVATION BRIDGE PORTAL LAUNCH AND ENTREPRENEUR COMMUNITY PITCH EVENT
The Innovation Bridge Portal, an initiative of the Department of Science and Innovation, inspired and supported by the World Bank Group, and the Department of Small Business Development, is inviting ecosystem players and stakeholders to the Inaugural Launch of the Innovation Bridge Platform and Pitch Event.
The event will be live-streamed on the Innovation Bridge Portal. The live streaming will be available from 10h30 on day of the event.
Click here to live stream the event
PURPOSE OF THE EVENT
- To celebrate the official launch of the Innovation Bridge Portal
- To introduce you to the Innovation Bridge Portal
- To introduce you to tomorrow leaders through the IB Pitch Event
- To provide young entrepreneurs with the opportunity to connect with you! With those who can positively impact their journey - invited guests from both the public and private investors and prominent ecosystem supporters, who can assist with mentorship and coaching support. To help them address gaps in their business, market access and investment readiness.
INORMS CONGRESS SOUTH AFRICA
The Southern African Research and Innovation Management Association (SARIMA) will host the 2023 International Network of Research Management Societies (INORMS) Congress in Durban, South Africa, 30 May-2 June 2023 INORMS Congresses are held biennially, the first congress took place in Brisbane in 2006 and it has since been held in various parts of the world.

Regional Innovation Support Programme (RISP)
The Regional Innovation Support Programme (RISP) invites participants to submit proposals for the following three separate and independent elements:
- Regional Innovation Networking platforms
- Feasibility study or business plan support
- Innovation Baseline Studies
Click here to submit a proposal.
Our African Footprint
We dream of becoming a dynamic enabler, opening a door into the vibrant repertoire of African innovations, entrepreneurs, and opportunities, showcasing to the world the continents budding ingenuity.