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ABOUT THE PROGRAMME
Cape Global Venture Bridge (CGVB) is a competitive internationalisation programme connecting high-potential Western Cape technology startups with global markets, investors, and corporate partners.
Through expert-led preparation, mentorship, curated investor introductions, and international market exposure, CGVB equips founders to accelerate their growth and take their ventures confidently onto the global stage.
GET IN THE
ROOM
Six months of preparation.
Then, a global stage.
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The right place to be
A competitive, merit-based internationalisation programme for Western Cape technology startups ready to pursue international venture capital and market expansion.
A Comprehensive Package
Go-to-Market
masterclasses
A competitive Pitch Event
R125,000 in tech Credits per Startup
Fully Funded
Global Stages
12+ Hours of
Mentorship
Meeting Booked
Before You Land
Who We're Looking for
Applications are assessed against four requirements. Meet all five and you are eligible to be scored.
Location
Registered and operationally based in the Western Cape.
International Readiness
Clear intention and basic capacity to target international markets within 12 months.
Sector
Technology or innovation-driven: SaaS, climate-tech, agritech, fintech, e-commerce or health-tech.
Team
At least two co-founders or full-time team members able to attend programme activities.
Programme Timeline
Key dates from application to international exposure.
21 October
Applications open
Open call for 20 Western Cape Startups.
15 November
Applications closes
Final deadline to apply for Cohort 1.
By 19 November
Cohort 1 confirmed
Selected startups announced and join the programme.
By 23rd November
Programme Kick-off
Masterclasses and 12+ hours of membership.
18 Feb 2027
Pitch event
Competitive pitch to select the top 5 ventures.
26 to 28 Apr 2027
GITEX Africa
The top 5 ventures travel to Morocco, fully funded.
