Unlocking Public Funding for Startups

Venture capital isn't the only path to funding your startup in South Africa. Billions of Rands in public grants, incentives, and innovation funding go unclaimed every year simply because founders don't know where to look or how to apply. Join this interactive AMA with a public funding expert to explore the public funding landscape in Southern Africa, learn how to identify relevant opportunities, understand eligibility requirements, and discover practical tips to improve your chances of securing non-dilutive funding for your startup.

❯❯ Guest Speakers include Kedibone Mphethi (Executive Director, K44).

❯ This is your opportunity to get real answers to real questions about:

• Government grants and innovation incentives for startups
• Non-dilutive funding opportunities that don’t require giving up equity
• Early-stage support programmes for founders moving from idea to traction
• Sector-specific funding in tech, manufacturing, green economy, youth-led and women-led ventures
• What funding agencies look for in strong applications
• Common mistakes that lead to rejected applications
• How to strategically position your startup to qualify

Whether you are validating an idea, building your MVP, or preparing to scale, you’ll leave with actionable insights to help unlock new funding opportunities for your startup.

❯❯ This is a live, interactive online event, so be sure to RSVP at https://fi.co/e/387811/meetup to receive the Zoom URL to join us live!