The Orange Corners Innovation Fund (OCIF) GROW programme is currently providing an exciting opportunity for young innovators in South Africa, offering funding ranging from ZAR 200,000 (approximately US$11,000) to ZAR 1 million (around US$55,000) to assist in scaling their businesses.
OCIF GROW is specifically targeting ambitious entrepreneurs aged between 18 and 35 who have demonstrated market traction and possess the potential for significant growth. The programme combines grant funding and interest-free loans with expert mentorship and investment readiness support, all designed to stimulate the next wave of innovation within South Africa.
This initiative is powered by CDI Capital, a subsidiary of the Craft + Design Institute (CDI), and is supported by the Kingdom of the Netherlands. OCIF in South Africa serves as an extension of the global Orange Corners incubation and acceleration programme, which aims to foster entrepreneurship and innovation in various regions.
Ryan Rode, the manager of CDI Capital, expressed the programme’s focus by stating, “We are looking for dynamic young entrepreneurs who have a proven innovation – whether it’s a product, processes, or business model – with market traction and the potential to scale.” This initiative seeks to empower the next generation of South African entrepreneurs, providing them with the necessary resources and support to thrive in a competitive market.
Applications are open here until March 31.
