Technology Innovation Agency (TIA)
OpenTIA Industry Matching Fund
Apply on official site
Always verify eligibility and deadlines on the official source before applying.
Funding amount
Matched to private investment
Co-investment grant that matches funding from private sector investors such as VCs or angel investors. Designed to de-risk technology commercialisation for investors and help late-stage South African tech ventures scale. TIA matches rand-for-rand up to the programme cap.
Who qualifies
Must have confirmed private sector co-investor (VC, angel, or corporate). Technology venture must be South African registered. Business must be beyond prototype stage with commercial traction demonstrated.
What to prepare
Have these ready before you apply.
- Investor term sheet or letter of intent
- Business plan
- Company registration documents
- Financial statements
- Technology validation evidence
Always verify eligibility and deadlines on the official source before applying.