Pitching Den

Pitch your existing innovation and stand a chance to secure funding for your innovation.

Applications close 28 May 2024

About Pitching Den

This year, Pitching Den shines a spotlight on innovations and businesses at the forefront of the circular economy. Embracing the principles of reducing waste and maximizing resource efficiency, the circular economy is about creating regenerative systems through innovative design, reuse, recycling, and sustainable practices.

Focus: Circular Economy

This year, Pitching Den shines a spotlight on innovations and businesses at the forefront of the circular economy. Embracing the principles of reducing waste and maximizing resource efficiency, the circular economy is about creating regenerative systems through innovative design, reuse, recycling, and sustainable practices.

The Purpose

The purpose for the Pitching Den Circular Economy Innovations is to highlight and support innovations that promote resource efficiency, waste reduction, and sustainable practices.

Benefits for Entrepreneurs

Pitch Training

Expert Guidance

Funding

  • 1st Prize: R50,000
  • 2nd Prize: R35,000
  • 3rd Prize: R25,000
  • Innovation Support

    Innovators

    What to Expect Throughout the Pitching Den Competition

    This is how your Innovation journey will go.

    Who ShouldApply

    We invite innovators and start-ups with innovative ideas in the circular economy to participate in Pitching Den: Circular Economy Edition. Seize this opportunity to showcase your innovation, receive valuable feedback, and compete for cash prizes to fund your venture(Durban Residents Only).

    Programme Impact (2018-Present)

    Since its inception in 2018, the Pitching Den has made significant strides in supporting innovation:

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    FOR MORE ON BECOMING A FRIEND OF THE PROGRAMME PLEASE CONTACT

    Carrie Leaver: Programme Manager 

     Nontokozo Phungula: Programme Coordinator

    Email: info@innovate.durban | Tel: 087 365 3131