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The Startup Festival

Thu Oct 24, 08:30 - Thu Oct 24, 16:00

The University of Western Cape

ABOUT

The Startup Festival, brought to you by The Startup Hatchery and The University of the Western Cape, supports the next generation of entrepreneurs.


The event will be the first of its kind, hosted in the heart of Bellville at the University of the Western Cape, focusing on INNOVATION.

With top speakers and trending topics it will bring together change-makers, inventors, thought-leaders, youth, influencers, tech companies, incubators, accelerators, financial and educational institutions, corporate companies, small businesses and government.


Attendees will enjoy an environment of inspiring talks and panel discussions.


Through presentations and pitching, we are showcasing entrepreneurial DNA across all walks of life.


08:30 Registration

09:00 Opening Ceremony

10:00 to 12:00 Panel Discussions:


  • 10:00 - 11:00 Creating an Inclusive Ecosystem
  • 11:15 - 12:15 Entrepreneurship not all glitz and glam
  • 12:15 - 13:15 Jobs for the future


14:00 to 16:00 Pitch event

  • Battle of the Faculties finalists live pitching of innovative business ideas


PLEASE NOTE: LIMITED TICKETS ARE AVAILABLE. FIRST COME FIRST SERVE BASIS