The DSTI and TIA invite funding applications from eligible implementing agents to establish a new Living Lab in the Free State Province under the auspices of the DSTI Living Labs Programme.

WHO IS ELIGIBILE TO APPLY?

• Implementors who have a demonstrable track record of working in communities and have demonstrated the ability to deliver Innovation Support Programmes (ISP).

• The implementor must demonstrate competence in the development of ICT solutions and context-relevant innovative solutions that can create local economic opportunities.

• The implementor must demonstrate competence in collaborating with various local actors (especially local government, academia, communities, enterprises and innovators) to develop solutions that can create local economic opportunities.

• The implementor must have identified and secured facilities where they can undertake innovation support activities.

• Applications will only be acceptable from organizations/entities with offices/ operations in the Free State province.

• Living Labs currently funded through the Living Labs Pilot Programme are not eligible to apply.

Closing Date: 20 November @ 23:59