Cape HealthTech Connect 2026 brought researchers, clinicians, entrepreneurs, investors, funders and industry leaders together on 17 September 2026 at the Biomedical Research Institute, Tygerberg, to explore a central challenge facing health innovation in Africa: how do promising ideas move from…
From Madison to Dallas, Stellenbosch University's (SU) LaunchLab strengthened international partnerships that could unlock new opportunities for entrepreneurs, researchers, and spinout companies. As innovation becomes increasingly global, strong international partnerships are essential for translating research into real-world impact. During a…
SU LaunchLab is pleased to welcome three new team members, further strengthening its ability to support entrepreneurs, innovators, and the broader Stellenbosch ecosystem. Elijah Djan joined as an Incubation Programme Officer, where he will lead incubation programmes designed to support…
Entrepreneurship has long been part of the Stellenbosch University (SU) story. From pioneering research and breakthrough technologies to student-led ventures tackling real-world challenges, the University has cultivated an environment where ideas can become meaningful impact. Recognising the need to create…
Stellenbosch University (SU) spinout, FluoroBiotech won the Research and Development (R&D) Category Award at the recent Western Cape Economy Innovation Awards, held at Cape Town City Hall. Co-hosted by the Cape Chamber of Commerce and Industry and the Cape Higher…
What if your university research project could change the way the world makes soap, skincare, and industrial cleaners? That is what happened to Dr André Valkenburg and his story is proof that the best businesses are sometimes born in the…
In an environment where analytical thinking and creative expression are valued, the top six most promising student enterprises across South African (SA) universities pitched at the recent Hult Prize* South Africa National competition, held in Workshop 17, Cape Town. Bringing…
Coming victorious from the final pitch competition at the 2026 Cape Agritech Connect, Stellenbosch University’s (SU) ReSurfify took the first place. They won the Challenge for their innovation in developing sustainable biosurfactants—biodegradable, non-toxic alternatives to petroleum-based surfactants*—using a bioprocess that…
Stellenbosch University (SU) LaunchLab hosted its agritech Countdown Demo Day at LaunchLab, on 26 March 2026, where promising Pan-African business ventures pitched in front of key ecosystem players, including potential customers and investors. Over the past five weeks, the Countdown…
Brandon Paschal, Head of Stellenbosch University (SU) LaunchLab and Deputy Director of Spin-outs and Funds at SU, together with Nadine Price, Operations and Community Offer at LaunchLab, recently attended a consortium meeting on the Zero Emissions Entrepreneurship for Universal Sustainability…