I totally agree! This event was a huge eye-opener to me in terms of what was happening in the rest of the country. To know that this calibre of innovation is happening in South Africa and so diversely was great to see, and rather comforting.

Over the years, I’ve heard much about South Africa being one of the backwaters in the world. Sure it may be true, however, we are not so far off, where in fact, I now think we are ahead in the world. Sure the same ideas may not be as mature, but they are vastly different in terms of the approach taken, more innovative. This all being said in contrast with the rest of what was seen at CeBIT.

More companies should be encouraged to share the experience and join our pavillion! We definitely have some amazement to offer to the world.

I’m so enjoying following this.
CoZa Cares Foundation often comes across small, really innovative ICT organisations/companies, many one-person outfits. One of the biggest obstacles they face (aside from seed money) is ‘getting the idea out there’. Along with marketing and building networks and relationships comes the inevitable fear of IP theft. I don’t have any original answers for them, but perhaps others at CeBIT do?
And are there opportunities and financial support for young start-ups to participate in the SA stand at CeBIT?