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Technology Innovation Agency Mandate

To promote the development and exploitation, in the public interest, of discoveries, inventions, innovations and improvements.

Our Vision
To be a leading technology innovation agency that stimulates and supports technological innovation to improve the quality of life for all South Africans The objective of TIA is to support the State in stimulating and intensifying technological innovation to improve economic growth and the quality of life of all South Africans by developing and exploiting technological innovations. Strategic Roles

TIA has multiple roles within the National System of Innovation (NSI) that are used to improve existing weaknesses and to exploit the possibility for new ideas. These possibilities are explored through a number of mechanisms which include open innovation initiatives. TIA’s main roles include the following:

Connector: Catalyse partnerships to develop an enabled environment to support sector-specific innovations for global competitiveness. Active Funder: Provide risk funding and support for innovators to progress ideas towards market entry and commercialisation. Facilitator: Attract and facilitate late-stage funding for the commercialisation of market ready technologies. Service Provider: Reduce barriers of access to expensive high-end skills and equipment for innovators through Technology Stations and Platforms (TSPs). Technological Innovation Thought Leader: Inform and provide advice on policy issues, frameworks and mechanisms relating to the advancement of technology innovation.

The Technology Innovation Agency (TIA) invites proposals for the Living Labs Programme in two districts: Lejweleputswa D...
16/10/2026

The Technology Innovation Agency (TIA) invites proposals for the Living Labs Programme in two districts: Lejweleputswa District Municipality (Free State) and Garden Route District Municipality (Western Cape).

The Living Labs Programme is part of Innovation for Inclusive Development (IID). It is aimed at extending aims to extend the benefits of science, technology and innovation to rural and township communities, and to strengthen local innovation ecosystems.

Each Living Lab will receive up to R4.7 million over 24 months to bring innovation opportunities, digital access and local economic development solutions to rural and township communities, with a strong focus on youth, women and persons with disabilities.

Closing date: 30 October 2026, 17:00
Download the call and templates at www.tia.org.za (Open Calls)
Apply: [email protected]

Each applicant may apply for one district only.

Strengthening Strategic Partnerships for Innovation and Industrial Development.The Technology Innovation Agency (TIA) Bo...
15/10/2026

Strengthening Strategic Partnerships for Innovation and Industrial Development.

The Technology Innovation Agency (TIA) Board and Exco visited Coega in the Eastern Cape to strengthen the strategic relationship between the two organisations following the signing of their Memorandum of Understanding (MoU).

This engagement offered an opportunity to explore areas of mutual interest, identify opportunities for collaboration, and discuss how TIA and Coega can leverage their respective capabilities to advance innovation, support technology commercialisation, and drive industrial development.

Through this partnership, both organisations aim to unlock synergies, strengthen collaboration, and create pathways for innovative solutions to contribute to economic growth and sustainable industrialisation.

TIA’s Board and Exco visited uYilo, eNtsa and InnoVenton at Nelson Mandela University to see the impact of technology st...
14/10/2026

TIA’s Board and Exco visited uYilo, eNtsa and InnoVenton at Nelson Mandela University to see the impact of technology stations in action.

These platforms are enabling eMobility, advancing manufacturing innovation, supporting industry and SMEs, and helping technologies progress towards commercialisation. From advancing eMobility and strengthening manufacturing capabilities to supporting product and process development, these hubs are helping to build a more innovative and competitive South African economy.

Pictured: Mrs Louise Hamilton, Deputy Director: Technology Support at the InnoVenton and The Downstream Chemicals Technology Station; TIA Board Chairperson Mr Loyiso Tyira; Deputy Vice-Chancellor: Research, Innovation and Internationalisation Prof Azwinndini Muronga; TIA CEO Dr Titus Mathe; Mr Julien de Klerk, Director of Engineering Engagement at eNtsa; and Professor Sudesh Rathilal, Executive Dean of the Faculty of Engineering, the Built Environment and Technology (EBET).

Scientific Innovation and Technological AdvancementThe Department of Science, Technology and Innovation (DSTI) joined Te...
13/10/2026

Scientific Innovation and Technological Advancement

The Department of Science, Technology and Innovation (DSTI) joined Technology Innovation Agency (TIA) executives and Board Members to visit the three specialised technology platforms in the Western Cape, exploring their work in DNA, genomics and scientific research, and the role these technologies play in advancing innovation.

The visit highlights TIA’s commitment to advancing scientific excellence, strengthening research and development, and supporting the commercialisation of innovative technologies that contribute to South Africa’s knowledge economy.

The Technology Innovation Agency (TIA) Board Members and Executive Management visited the Cape Peninsula University of ...
12/10/2026

The Technology Innovation Agency (TIA) Board Members and Executive Management visited the Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT) Agrifood Technology Station and Textiles and Clothing Technology Station to engage with the work being undertaken to advance innovation, technology development and industrial growth.

The visit provided an opportunity to explore how these technology stations support innovators, entrepreneurs and businesses through technical expertise, product development, testing and innovation support, helping bridge the gap between research and commercialisation.

Through strategic partnerships with academic institutions and technology platforms, TIA continues to champion an innovation ecosystem that strengthens local industries, supports enterprise development and accelerates the journey from innovative ideas to market-ready solutions.

Founders at the Takealot Made Local event were a buzz, and one question prevailed: how do I access the market for my pr...
06/10/2026

Founders at the Takealot Made Local event were a buzz, and one question prevailed: how do I access the market for my product and scale up?

TIA Board Chairperson Loyiso Tyira named that as the biggest challenge facing South African innovators today. Market access and scale are, in his words, the problem TIA exists to solve.

The MOU signing between TIA and Takealot is a step towards answering it. Signed by TIA CEO Dr Titus Mathe and Takealot Head of Office Tshepo Marumule, the partnership opens a route to market for local innovators.

Mr Tyira also made it clear that "as long as you are a startup, you are our client", whether you're a TIA investee or not.

This is TIA 2.0 in action: building an ecosystem that takes innovators beyond a great product and into the market.

05/10/2026

Phase one of the TokaBio (Pty) Ltd Product Launch, done.

From TIA Board Chairperson Mr Loyiso Tyira's opening remarks on South Africa's foot-and-mouth disease outbreak, to the TokaBio presentation and policy discussion, through to CEO Dr Titus Mathe's closing Vote of Thanks, 30 September brought together government, industry, academia and farmers under one roof in Modimolle, Limpopo, united by a single goal: faster, smarter disease response for South Africa's livestock sector.

This is only the beginning.

01/10/2026

Meet Mahlako Maleka, one of TIA’s beneficiaries and Director of AB Farms.

AB Farms is an agricultural technology company that provides turnkey hydroponics solutions, from design and manufacturing to installation.

As a growing business and TIA-funded beneficiary, Mahlako shares how TIA’s support has helped AB Farms become more market ready and opened opportunities beyond traditional funding channels.

She will also be participating in the JSE RISE Programme, which supports technology-focused SMEs in strengthening their business capabilities, improving investment readiness and accessing new market opportunities.

We are excited to see where this journey takes AB Farms.

Introducing the 10 technology and innovation-led SMMEs selected for the TIA–JSE Technology Development Programme.Over th...
30/09/2026

Introducing the 10 technology and innovation-led SMMEs selected for the TIA–JSE Technology Development Programme.

Over the next 16 weeks, they will strengthen their investment readiness, expand their networks and explore new pathways to market and capital.

We are excited to support their journey from innovation to impact.

Closing the TokaBio Molecular Rapid Response Program Launch in Modimolle, TIA CEO Dr Zwanani Titus Mathe delivered the V...
30/09/2026

Closing the TokaBio Molecular Rapid Response Program Launch in Modimolle, TIA CEO Dr Zwanani Titus Mathe delivered the Vote of Thanks, framing today as proof that science, technology and innovation can resolve real national challenges, from foot-and-mouth disease to avian influenza, and their impact on the country's economic competitiveness.

Dr Mathe linked the launch to TIA's proposed TIA 2.0 strategy and the Quadruple Helix Model, which brings government, industry, civil society and academia and science councils together to convert innovation into real market opportunities.

He explained that TIA backed this event to raise awareness beyond day-to-day stakeholders, publicly affirm support for TokaBio's Molecular Rapid Response and surveillance programme, and hear directly from innovators and end users about further support they require to scale up.

He confirmed this is only the first phase, with a ministerial launch to follow, targeting the participation of the Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation, and potentially the Ministers of Agriculture and Health, with a presidential launch and SADC regional roll-out (including Botswana and Namibia) as longer-term ambitions.

On what TIA commits to next: advocating for green-zoning policy and appropriate regulation, securing buy-in from DSTI, Agriculture and Health, and mobilising additional funding to help TokaBio scale sustainably, while standing with the team through the challenes ahead.

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