Impact Amplifier

14/10/2026

The Africa Prize for Engineering Innovation returns to South Africa on 28 October, bringing together some of the continent’s most promising entrepreneurs and engineering innovators.

Hosted by the Royal Academy of Engineering, the final will see four entrepreneurs pitch their innovations for a chance to win £50,000 to scale their impact.

Join investors, industry leaders and innovators in Johannesburg for an opportunity to connect with entrepreneurs developing solutions to some of Africa’s most pressing challenges.

The event is free to attend, in person or online. Register now: https://raeng.org.uk/events/

09/10/2026

South Africa’s circular economy is growing, but the businesses, capital and support driving it can be difficult to find and connect. Impact Amplifier created the Nedbank ReNEW Ecosystem Map to make it more visible and easier to navigate.

The Ecosystem Map brings circular ventures, support organisations, investors, ecosystem data and recorded deals together in one searchable platform.

Explore the map and find out more: https://renew.impactamplifier.co.za/south-africas-circular-economy-ecosystem-map-is-now-live/

09/09/2026

Impact Amplifier Director, Max Pichulik, is speaking at Reinvention Fest 2026, 28–29 September at Boschendal Estate, Franschhoek where a curated room are gathering to answer one question: How do we build organisations that thrive in volatility?

I'll be speaking on early stage impact investing in Africa, and need to transition to new decentralised public/private systems which are entrepreneur and innovation led. I'll be speaking alongside Dr. Nadya Zhexembayeva, Gary Graham and Magda Wierzycka and a small group of leaders shaping the future of business across Africa.

Volatility isn't an interruption to business anymore. It's the operating environment. Join us. Boschendal Estate, Franschhoek, 28–29 September 2026

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04/09/2026

Meet Ebenezer de Jongh, founder of Sonke Retail (Pty) Ltd and SKUBU, and one of the circular entrepreneurs taking part in the Nedbank ReNEW Programme.

Through ReNEW, Ebenezer is building on a model that makes everyday essentials more affordable while reducing packaging waste.

Hear from Ebenezer on the problem SKUBU is solving and what he hopes to explore through the programme.

Latest news on the Nedbank ReNEW Programme: https://www.impactamplifier.co.za/news-renew/

31/08/2026

Women-led, Mpumalanga-based Samanjalo has been named on the UK JET Deal Accelerator, Engineering News reported on 24 August 2026.

Samanjalo converts mineral waste into low-carbon construction materials.

Read the report: https://www.engineeringnews.co.za/article/mpumalanga-based-samanjalo-receives-international-funding-2026-08-24

Nedbank ReNEW programme, in partnership with Impact Amplifier.

17/08/2026

Five more circular economy businesses have secured funding through the Nedbank ReNEW Programme.

Congratulations to SAMANJALO, Madam Waste, Table Mountain Water, 360 Social Impact and SE Holdings as they take their solutions to the next level.

Read more about the businesses and what they’re building:

https://www.impactamplifier.co.za/news/nedbank-renew-programme-commits-funding-to-an-additional-five-circular-economy-businesses/

06/08/2026

Behind every circular business is an entrepreneur willing to rethink what's possible. This Women's Month, join us for a conversation with three women who are putting those ideas into practice across South Africa.

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05/08/2026

LiquidGold Africa is the first enterprise to receive funding through the Nedbank ReNEW Programme.

Read all about how the business is transforming organic waste into renewable energy, and what this milestone means for the circular economy:

https://www.impactamplifier.co.za/news/liquidgold-africa-named-first-recipient-under-the-nedbank-renew-programme/

01/07/2026

The technologies shaping tomorrow’s childhood are already here. Join us for this important conversation on 15 July! Registration is free.

Join us for this essential webinar to equip parents, educators, and guardians with the knowledge and tools to navigate AI in family life.

30/06/2026

Can regenerative agriculture produce more nutritious food? Our latest report examines the evidence linking regenerative farming practices to nutrient density, healthier food and the benefits from reducing our exposure to synthetic pesticides and herbicides.

Download the report: https://www.impactamplifier.co.za/insights-reports/regenerative-food-nutrition/