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.
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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.

    May 07-28, 2024
    Applications
    1. Access the application form.
    2. Fill out and submit the application form here.
    3. Feedback will be communicated after the closing date.
    May 07-28, 2024
    May 21-28, 2024
    Screening
    1. Adjudication will be underway.
    2. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted about the next steps.
    May 21-28, 2024
    June 05, 2024
    Capacity Building
    1. Compulsory 1-day in-person training focusing on enhancing business Pitch and Presentation skills.
    June 05, 2024
    June 21, 2024
    Mock Pitching
    1. 1-day in-person compulsory dry run of your pitch and receive feedback for improvement. training focusing on enhancing business Pitch and Presentation skills.
    June 21, 2024
    June 26, 2024
    Final Pitch & Awards
    1. Finalists will present their pitches to a panel of judges.
    2. Winners will be announced and awarded after the event.
    June 26, 2024

    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