The Injini African Ed-Tech Incubation Programme is offering R590 700 for a solution aimed at resolving pressing education problems.
This lets Discovery patients quickly book appointments online with a diverse group of healthcare providers 24/7.
The US-based tech giant reaches a definitive agreement to purchase privately-held local artificial intelligence start-up, Cape Networks.
It has obtained signed commitments from leading sponsors, including Startupbootcamp programme, says CEO Avi Naidoo.
Tshimologong Precinct, Wits University, and the Sita Air Transport Community Foundation are offering a prize of $10 000.
The number of active hubs across Africa has grown by over 50% since 2016, with dozens more expected to launch this year, says GSMA.
The funding will be used to boost the company's innovation capabilities and accelerate global expansion.
Its Everywhere Initiative offers start-ups the chance to win up to $50 000.
The significant rise in availability of fibre has seen adoption increase to 23%, as more local SMEs migrate from ADSL to fibre Internet connectivity.
The Global Entrepreneurship Network has launched a local version of its start-up programme, which is designed to educate entrepreneurs, and connect them with global experts.