TIA SEED Fund
Supports university researchers and small firms advancing innovations from concept to deployment.
The TIA SEED Fund is a South African innovation instrument under the Technology Innovation Agency that supports early-stage developments moving from research outputs toward prototypes. It is positioned for TRL 3 to TRL 8 opportunities and is delivered with partner support from technology transfer offices and incubators. Eligible participants include universities, science councils, research institutions, SMMEs, and startups operating in South Africa. The intake is managed as a rolling mechanism without a published fixed cohort calendar. No public amounts or tranche ceilings are specified in the source materials. Applicant teams are expected to demonstrate progression-ready technical work, and should compare this route against TIA's Technology Development Fund and Commercialisation Support Fund when selecting the best fit for their maturity stage.
Each grant below is a distinct funding opportunity with its own eligibility, scope, and deliverables.