The South Africa Innovation Summit (SAIS) 2024 is set to commence tomorrow in Cape Town aimed at supporting entrepreneurs across all tech industries and at every stage of their journey.

Whether in incubation or scaling through the entrepreneurial lifecycle, SAIS 2024 promises to be a dynamic hub of innovation and collaboration.

The summit will bring together top-tier speakers, innovative exhibitors and a range of exciting side events under one roof.  

This year’s theme “Catalysing Capital: Accelerating Africa's Innovation Ecosystem” will explore key strategies that empower African startups by addressing critical challenges in accessing capital and fostering cross-border investment collaborations.

The event's core pillars are Climate-Tech, Early-Stage Investing, DeepTech, and NextGen Digital Edge.

To further unpack we talk to Victoria Mamabolo, Country Technical Lead of the RISA Fund - South Africa & Ethiopia.

The South Africa Innovation Summit (SAIS) 2024 is set to commence tomorrow in Cape Town aimed at supporting entrepreneurs across all tech industries and at every stage of their journey.
Whether in incubation or scaling through the entrepreneurial lifecycle, SAIS 2024 promises to be a dynamic hub of innovation and collaboration.
The summit will bring together top-tier speakers, innovative exhibitors and a range of exciting side events under one roof.  
This year’s theme “Catalysing Capital: Accelerating Africa's Innovation Ecosystem” will explore key strategies that empower African startups by addressing critical challenges in accessing capital and fostering cross-border investment collaborations.
The event's core pillars are Climate-Tech, Early-Stage Investing, DeepTech, and NextGen Digital Edge.
To further unpack we talk to Victoria Mamabolo, Country Technical Lead of the RISA Fund - South Africa &amp; Ethiopia.

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Serious and topical issues on continent, breaking stories.

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South Africa Innovation Summit 2024 set to empower African startups

Red Bull King of the Air returns to Cape Town in 2024, bringing with it the introduction of a women’s division for the first time in the competition’s history. Hosted at the Kite Beach, this year’s event, scheduled to take place on the windiest day between 23rd of November and 8th of December 8, is set to make waves in the world of Big Air kiteboarding.

Joining us is Jason van der Spuy, a rising star in the world of kiteboarding who has quickly earned his place among the sport’s elite. At just 22 years old, the South African athlete achieved fourth place in the 2023 Red Bull King of the Air, held in his hometown of Cape Town. His near-final performance, missing the top three by just one point, demonstrated both his exceptional skill and his potential for future victories in the sport.

Red Bull King of the Air returns to Cape Town in 2024, bringing with it the introduction of a women’s division for the first time in the competition’s history. Hosted at the Kite Beach, this year’s event, scheduled to take place on the windiest day between 23rd of November and 8th of December 8, is set to make waves in the world of Big Air kiteboarding.
Joining us is Jason van der Spuy, a rising star in the world of kiteboarding who has quickly earned his place among the sport’s elite. At just 22 years old, the South African athlete achieved fourth place in the 2023 Red Bull King of the Air, held in his hometown of Cape Town. His near-final performance, missing the top three by just one point, demonstrated both his exceptional skill and his potential for future victories in the sport.

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In recent years, the conversation around masculinity has begun to shift, spotlighting the importance of men’s mental health and emotional vulnerability. Traditional notions of masculinity, often rooted in stoicism and emotional suppression, have been challenged as outdated and harmful, contributing to higher rates of depression, anxiety and even suicide among men.

 According to the World Health Organization, men account for a significant majority of suicide deaths globally, a statistic linked to societal expectations that discourage emotional expression and seeking help. 

The growing emphasis on redefining masculinity seeks to break these stigmas, encouraging men to embrace their feelings and prioritize mental well-being. This movement toward emotional openness is reshaping how society views strength in men, emphasizing resilience through vulnerability. Initiatives such as "Movember" and platforms dedicated to men’s mental health such as The Zambia National Men’s Network for Gender and Development, have highlighted the urgent need for conversations that normalize seeking therapy and emotional support.

On the line we have Nelson Banda, National Coordinator at The Zambia National Men’s Network for Gender and Development

In recent years, the conversation around masculinity has begun to shift, spotlighting the importance of men’s mental health and emotional vulnerability. Traditional notions of masculinity, often rooted in stoicism and emotional suppression, have been challenged as outdated and harmful, contributing to higher rates of depression, anxiety and even suicide among men.
 According to the World Health Organization, men account for a significant majority of suicide deaths globally, a statistic linked to societal expectations that discourage emotional expression and seeking help. 
The growing emphasis on redefining masculinity seeks to break these stigmas, encouraging men to embrace their feelings and prioritize mental well-being. This movement toward emotional openness is reshaping how society views strength in men, emphasizing resilience through vulnerability. Initiatives such as "Movember" and platforms dedicated to men’s mental health such as The Zambia National Men’s Network for Gender and Development, have highlighted the urgent need for conversations that normalize seeking therapy and emotional support.
On the line we have Nelson Banda, National Coordinator at The Zambia National Men’s Network for Gender and Development

Redefining Masculinity: Men's mental health and emotional vulnerability

The ongoing investigation into fraudulent medico-legal claims has shed light on systemic corruption within South Africa's healthcare sector, revealing collusion between attorneys, healthcare professionals, and intermediaries. Minister of Health, Aaron Motsoaledi and Head of Special Investigating Unit (SIU), Andy Mothibi have identified fraudulent activities involving fabricated or inflated claims, often submitted without the knowledge or consent of patients. 

A staggering R100 billion in claims has burdened provincial health departments since 2015, with over R33 billion under active SIU investigation. This misconduct is not limited to false medico-legal claims, recent controversies in health-related tenders, such as the R836-million project to install oxygen plants in hospitals, further emphasize the endemic challenges of transparency and accountability. To further unpack we are joined on the line by Charlton Murove, Head Of Research at the Board of Healthcare Funders (BHF)

The ongoing investigation into fraudulent medico-legal claims has shed light on systemic corruption within South Africa's healthcare sector, revealing collusion between attorneys, healthcare professionals, and intermediaries. Minister of Health, Aaron Motsoaledi and Head of Special Investigating Unit (SIU), Andy Mothibi have identified fraudulent activities involving fabricated or inflated claims, often submitted without the knowledge or consent of patients. 
A staggering R100 billion in claims has burdened provincial health departments since 2015, with over R33 billion under active SIU investigation. This misconduct is not limited to false medico-legal claims, recent controversies in health-related tenders, such as the R836-million project to install oxygen plants in hospitals, further emphasize the endemic challenges of transparency and accountability. To further unpack we are joined on the line by Charlton Murove, Head Of Research at the Board of Healthcare Funders (BHF)

South Africa Innovation Summit 2024 set to empower African startups

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