DIGITAL LANDSCAPE

Advocating for Collaboration

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We built KDIV to improve human development and quality of life through digital transformation. We focus on supporting tech startups and skills to fuel economic growth and position KZN as a hub of citizen-centric innovation. We seek partnerships and investments for infrastructure, skills development, efficiency building, and more.

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Transformation Fund
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Partners
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International advisors
Infrastructure & Connectivity

We’re driving digital transformation in KZN by attracting investments in ICT infrastructure. Through public-private partnerships, we aim to roll out infrastructure, enhance essential services, bridge socio-economic disparities, and narrow the urban-rural divide. Join us in creating a globally competitive ecosystem that fosters innovation and social inclusion.

Partnership Opportunities
  • Infrastructure providers willing to contribute to fixed infrastructure investments.
  • Investors and funders interested in funding ICT infrastructure projects
  • Technology experts with expertise in digital transformation.
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Skills & Innovation

Join us to empower citizens with essential digital skills. We invite investors to fund programmes, discover talent, and contribute to KZN’s tech ecosystem and mentors, collaborators, and skills development experts to help promising startups thrive. Let’s drive a digital skills revolution centred on entrepreneurship, education and employment together.

Partnership Opportunities
  • Skills development providers specialising in skills development, vocational education, and up-skilling.
  • Mentors and collaborators with knowledge in startup development, business and marketing processes, and technology use.
  • Private sector partners willing to fund programmes and startup investments.
  • Academic and government partners who can create impactful training programs and initiates to promote a digital skills revolution.
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Government Efficiency

We recognise the vital role of efficient government services to empower citizens and expedite service delivery. Through close collaboration with partners, we aim to optimise processes, maximise capacity, and deliver lasting benefits to KwaZulu-Natal communities. Join us in creating innovative solutions through public-private partnerships, grants, and digitalisation.

Partnership Opportunities
  • Government agencies and bodies open to implementing regulatory changes, investing in infrastructure, and driving sustainability across Africa.
  • Tech innovators willing to contribute to streamline processes, enhance communication, and anticipate user needs.
  • Process improvement professionals who specialise in optimising efficiency.
  • Strategic partners interested in creating lasting benefits for KZN communities and economies.
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Women’s Advancement Fund
KZN Government

WAF is a pioneering initiative designed to empower and support women entrepreneurs in KwaZulu-Natal. It aims to foster a vibrant ecosystem for women-owned businesses, contributing to the economic growth and social development of the region.

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Digital Transformation Fund
KDIV

DTF is a multi-facility platform that aims to support and accelerate the digital transformation of businesses, public services, and communities. The fund seeks to foster innovation, enhance digital skills, and improve digital infrastructure to ensure inclusive and sustainable growth in the digital economy.

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