Technology & Digital Business Grants
The UK offers extensive grant funding for technology and digital businesses. From Innovate UK's smart grants to regional digital transformation programmes, there are opportunities for tech startups, scale-ups, and established technology companies.
Innovation & R&D Grants
Innovate UK runs competitive grant programmes for innovative technology projects. Smart Grants fund game-changing innovations, while sector-specific competitions target areas like AI, quantum computing, and advanced manufacturing technology.
Digital Transformation Support
Grants are available to help businesses adopt digital technologies. Made Smarter supports manufacturers, while regional programmes help SMEs implement new software, e-commerce platforms, and digital processes.
Cybersecurity & Data
Dedicated funding exists for cybersecurity innovation and businesses working with data. DCMS and NCSC-backed programmes support the UK's cyber sector growth.
South African Technology Grants
44 grants found
SpazaShop Support Fund
A DSBD-supported fund providing financial and non-financial assistance to qualifying spaza shops and general dealers in township and rural communities.
Support Programme for Industrial Innovation
A dtic innovation programme supporting South African companies with development of new products, processes and technology-based industrial innovation.
Sector-Specific Assistance Scheme (SSAS)
Provides financial support to businesses in specific sectors to enhance their competitiveness and contribute to the growth of the economy.
Khoelo Innovation Promotion Programme
The Khoelo Innovation Promotion Programme provides funding for innovation promotion projects.
Innovation and Technology Funding Instruments
The Innovation and Technology Funding Instruments provide funding for innovative projects and technologies.
Export Marketing and Investment Assistance (EMIA) Scheme
Provides financial support to businesses to enhance their export marketing and investment activities.
Infrastructure Investment Support
Provides grants for two industrial infrastructure initiatives, SEZs and the Critical Infrastructure Programme (CIP), which are aimed at enhancing infrastructure and industrial development, increasing investment, and the export of value-added commodities.
Broadening Participation and Industrial Innovation Incentives
Provides incentive programmes that promote broader participation in the mainstream economy by businesses owned by individuals from historically disadvantaged communities and marginalised regions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about South African technology grants