Innovation City Cape Town

Where innovation meets opportunity 🚀 We were proud to host the Visa Accelerator Program 2024 at Innovation City! 🌟 Our versatile event spaces, paired with seamless on-the-ground support, are designed to bring your professional events to life—be it workshops, conferences, or networking sessions. ✨ Need the perfect venue for your next big idea? We’ve got you covered. 📧 Let’s make it happen: [email protected]

We want to raise a glass to Tyme for this incredible achievement! 🦄 Congratulations Coenraad (Coen) Jonker, Tjaart van der Walt, Tauriq Keraan and team, Alison Collier and all at Endeavor South Africa, whose global excellence have paved the way for this incredible South African success story! 🥂

🚨Tickets are now LIVE for Digital Mastery 2025! 🚨 The Essential Summit for Empowered Marketers is back on 27 Feb 2025 at Innovation City Cape Town – and you don’t want to miss it! ✨ Why Attend? ➡️ Learn from star speakers like 2025's Keynote Speaker Dr Pepe Marais! ➡️ Get hands-on with game-changing workshops on AI, SEO, automation, Canva, and META mastery. ➡️ Connect with 200 of SA's top marketers, innovators, and decision-makers in one unforgettable day. 🔥 2024's summit SOLD OUT quickly – don’t miss your chance to level up your marketing game in 2025. Ticket price is set low so you can bring your whole team to attend ALL of the Workshops on the day! 🎟️ Grab your tickets now: https://lnkd.in/e-Sm3kPx #DigitalMastery2025 #MarketingInnovation #EmpoweredMarketers #CapeTownEvents #DigitalMarketing

Smile ID is looking for a dynamic Sales Exec! Details below!

We are expanding our team and looking for a dynamic Sales Executive to join our Commercial function to help drive digital inclusion in Africa. If you think you have what it takes and are interested in working in a fast paced growth environment, drop me a line.

Celebrating Innovation and Growth at Innovation City 🌟 At our recent Founders Lounge event, we had the privilege of hearing firsthand from some of the brightest minds in our ecosystem. From bold product launches to incredible milestones and ambitious goals for the future, the room was buzzing with inspiration. Read about some of the remarkable success stories here! #InnovationCity #FoundersLounge #Entrepreneurship #TechInnovation #CapeTownEcosystem

🤯 What an incredible panel discussion featuring Idan Jaan (Flexclub), Ben Dryden (Summit), Zachariah George (Launch Africa Ventures), and Aalia Manie (Webber Wentzel), moderated by our very own Kieno Kammies! Here are our top takeaways: 💡 What is IP? IP includes creative endeavours like tech, art, and books, forming the foundation for valuable business assets. It can be licensed, monetised, or sold. Think trademarks, patents, copyrights, each adding layers of protection and value to your innovation. For example: Veldskoen's trademarking of 'platjie' and 'veldskoen' demonstrated how even names can be powerful assets. 🌍 Global Mindset, Local Success Positioning your IP in jurisdictions like the US can unlock access to international buyers and investors. For tech startups, having offshore IP is often key to global scalability. 🚀 Overcoming South African Obstacles SA Reserve Bank approval for IP transfers is a unique hurdle, but this shouldn't deter founders. Streamlining these processes could enhance opportunities for SA entrepreneurs on the global stage. 🎯 Purpose-Driven Structuring & Strategy ➡️ Incorporation Location: Where you’re incorporated affects valuation, funding, and exit strategies. Choose jurisdictions wisely. ➡️ IP Alignment: Ensure your IP strategy aligns with business goals and market priorities to maximise growth and protection. ➡️ Exit Strategy: Have a clear plan that aligns with your growth trajectory and potential acquirers. 🔄 IP as a Strategic Asset IP isn't just a legal safeguard; it's a competitive edge and monetisation tool. Protect what matters while balancing innovation and execution to stay ahead of the curve. 🌐 The Necessity of Global Expansion Tech startups must think beyond borders early to capture the attention of global investors. Local presence in new markets helps meet substance requirements and adapt to local frameworks. This was just the tip of the iceberg - there was so much more insight shared! Add yours in the comments! 🎤 A huge thank you to our amazing panelists and everyone who attended. #Entrepreneurship #IPStrategy #TechStartups #InnovationCity

🏉 Revolutionising Rugby Safety Meet Marnus Coetsee, Founder of Pro'Tech Rugby, a Cape Town-based startup on a mission to make rugby safer for players everywhere. Combining cutting-edge engineering with a passion for the game, Pro'Tech Rugby is changing how we think about player safety. Curious about their journey and vision? Read the full story here 👉

📢 Event Alert: End the Year with AI Innovation! - POSTPONED TO 23 JANUARY 2025 Join us at Innovation City Cape Town for our final event of the year, a must-attend Masterclass: Exploring Generative AI: Finding the Right Fit for Your Business. 🔎 What to Expect: 🌟 Expert Insights: Accomplished data scientist Reza du Plooy from datalab will simplify Generative AI and its role in data analytics. 🌟 Real-World Applications: See Large Language Models (LLMs) in action with practical use cases. 🌟 Actionable Takeaways: Learn how to assess your data maturity, platform needs, and investment priorities. 👥 Who Should Attend: ➡️ Data Scientists ➡️ AI Enthusiasts ➡️ Tech Leaders ➡️ Decision-Makers eager to leverage AI for impactful business outcomes. 🗓️ When: Thursday, 23 January ⌚ Time: 1pm - 2:30pm 📍 Where: Innovation City, Cape Town 💡 Why Attend: Gain hands-on knowledge and leave equipped to make AI work for your business strategy in 2025. 👉 Get your ticket here: https://lnkd.in/d__XaBpD #GenerativeAI #InnovationCity #CapeTownEvents #TechLeadership #DataAnalytics

Oxford comes to Cape Town 🇿🇦 Join us next Tuesday for Oxford Founders Global’s showcase pitch event. This is the first ever time the Oxford and South African startup ecosystems come together for a pitch event of this kind. The event will see exceptional early-stage startups go head-to-head in front of an audience of 100+ investors and entrepreneurs from SA, the UK, and across the African continent. Here are just some of the top-tier lineup of speakers and judges: 🔵 H.E. Antony Phillipson, UK High Commssioner to SA 🔵 Alderman James Vos Mayoral Committee Member for Economic Growth 🔵 Fadilah Tchoumba, CEO of ABAN and Fund Manager at Catalytic Africa 🔵 Janade Du Plessis, Managing Partner at Launch Africa Ventures 🔵 Anthony William Catt, Founder of London Africa Network and Ventures 54 For founders: apply HERE https://lnkd.in/dHVFDzyt to pitch before midnight on 23rd Nov For attendees: register HERE https://lu.ma/iztsy4gk Don't miss out 🔥🇿🇦