News News about our work: Feb 05, 2026 Innovation in Africa: From Potential to Proof SWEAT Africa connects deep-tech founders, corporates, and investors to turn Africa’s scientific innovation into scalable, real-world solutions through collaboration, capital, and market access. Feb 05, 2026 Show Up with Intention SWEAT Africa rewards active participation — blending physical energy with strategic networking to spark real partnerships and momentum. Feb 05, 2026 SWEAT’s Backdrop Stellenbosch and Franschhoek combine Africa’s innovation ecosystem with wine, culture, and nature — creating the perfect setting to explore, connect, and build during SWEAT Africa. Feb 05, 2026 Why Should Founders Join SWEAT? SWEAT Africa empowers founders with community, mentorship, and practical skills to build scalable companies from Africa for the world. Feb 05, 2026 Who Are the SWEAT Investors & Funders? SWEAT Africa is backed by leading development banks, venture funds, corporations, and foundations working together to empower African founders and scale scientific innovation. Feb 05, 2026 The Spark That Ignited SWEAT Africa SWEAT Africa is an action-oriented platform uniting Africa’s startup ecosystem to collaborate, build trust, and turn ideas into impact. Jan 31, 2026 the gem - genomics, epidemics & microbes Jan 2026 The first 2026 edition of the gem kicks off with unstoppable energy, literally. What began as a simple idea has quickly transformed into something bold and exciting: SWEAT Africa. This edition of the gem also proudly introduces the new cohort of African STARS Fellows. the gem continues to spotlight vital scientific work, with new insights into bioinformatics, genomics and climate change Jan 29, 2026 SWEAT's Backdrop - Discover the beautiful Stellenbosch & Franschhoek. Stellenbosch is more than a picturesque town; it’s a science and innovation hub. Home to Stellenbosch University and the Technopark innovation hub, the town is rich with researchers, engineers, and entrepreneurs shaping Africa’s tech future. Jan 29, 2026 Africa, it is time to SWEAT This brand new venture festival is positioning our continent at the centre of global innovation, investment and collaboration. Dec 15, 2025 the gem - genomics, epidemics & microbes Nov/Dec 2025 As 2025 draws to a close, the Centre for Epidemic Response and Innovation (CERI), the KZN Research Innovation and Sequencing Platform (KRISP) and SACEMA reflect on a year marked by scientific excellence, global collaboration, and meaningful advances into the future of AI-driven health innovation. This edition of the gem magazine captures highlights of that journey. Dec 12, 2025 Sweat Africa Tech Event 2026 - We are on a mission to help and create founders in Africa Sweat Africa: Inspiring young people to pursue careers in tech and entrepreneurship. We are on a mission to help and create founders to change the world from Africa. Dec 04, 2025 Stellenbosch University and CERI host Bavarian delegation to power innovation on biotechnology As part of their visit to the Stellenbosch University, the universities in the Bavarian delegation toured CERI’s state-of-the-art facilities at the Tygerberg Campus on 4 November. Accompanied by Prof Tulio de Oliveira and senior researchers, the group explored how CERI is driving innovation in genomic surveillance and building scientific partnerships across Africa Loading more news... You've reached the end of all news articles!
