Patrice Motsepe Foundation

Milken-Motsepe prize green energy winners announced

Aftrak, an initiative based out of Malawi and the UK, was awarded the $1 million grand prize for its solar microgrid and custom-designed tractors.
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Milken-Motsepe Green Energy prize finalists announced

Five teams to share $350,000 in funding to continue developing and testing innovative off-grid green energy technologies, before competing for $1m final prize.
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Dr Moloi-Motsepe to headline innovation event in Rwanda

The event will discuss the role of the African entrepreneurship and innovation ecosystem in promoting economic growth.
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Researchers unveil agri-tech plan to boost rice production

Using agri-tech, two non-profit agriculture research centres aim to end hunger among Africans and Asians that depend on rice.
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Agritech start-up Karpolax seeks action in Kenya, Tanzania

Backed with the $300,000 prize money, Karpolax will scale production capabilities, expand manufacturing facilities, and acquire equipment.
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Tanzanian agritech start-up NovFeed eyes global goal

Following its success in a start-up competition, the company believes its technology has the potential to transform the food industry, globally.
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African start-ups score big at Milken-Motsepe agritech challenge

Biotech firm takes home $1 million grand prize; second and third place winners receive cash prizes of $300 000 and $150 000.