Space Innovation Initiative: Information Session

Applications close 31 August 2026

The Technology Innovation Agency (TIA), in partnership with Propella, invites innovators to a briefing session for the Space Innovation Initiative.

If you are developing Remote Sensing or Earth Observation (EO) technologies, join us to learn more about the available commercialisation funding, target sectors, technical requirements, compliance criteria and application process.

The call focuses on solutions that support

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                            National service delivery
                        
buildIndustrial modernisationMining, agriculture and energy sustainability

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                            Infrastructure and spatial planning
                        
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                            Water and food security
                        
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                            Health sustainability
                        
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                            Disaster management

Who can apply

Applications are open to South African legal entities, including:

Startups
MSMEs
Science councils
Universities
TVET colleges

Priority will be given to

Women, youth and Black-owned enterprises
Persons with disabilities
Applicants from underserved provinces

Led in partnership

The initiative is led by TIA in partnership with the Department of Science, Technology and Innovation (DSTI), the Space Infrastructure Hub (SIH), and the South African National Space Agency (SANSA).

Technology Innovation Agency (TIA) Department of Science, Technology and Innovation (DSTI) Space Infrastructure Hub (SIH) South African National Space Agency (SANSA) Propella Business Incubator

Event details

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                                Date
                                19 August 2026
                            
                                schedule
                                Time
                                09:00 – 12:00
                            
                                place
                                Venue
                                
                                    Propella
                                    
                                        7 Caravelle Street, Walmer, Gqeberha

Request to join the session

Seats are limited — confirm your attendance in advance.