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Innovation Hub reserves P12m for indigenous products

Indigenous touch: Phatsima Matshidiso's Phatsima Organic uses moringa and moretologa to produce everything from moringa capsules to moretologa juice
Indigenous touch: Phatsima Matshidiso's Phatsima Organic uses moringa and moretologa to produce everything from moringa capsules to moretologa juice

The Botswana Digital and Innovation Hub (BDIH) has allocated P12 million to eight companies engaged in indigenous products, as part of its latest initiative to support innovation and entrepreneurship in the country.

This funding aims to boost the growth and development of technology-driven and knowledge-intensive businesses within the country.

BDIH Brand and Communications Manager Kemiso Ben said the indigenous knowledge call is part of BDIH’s broader efforts to foster a vibrant tech ecosystem, providing necessary financial support and resources to the selected start-ups and companies. She said during this year’s call for funding, BDIH received 106 applications.


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