South African entrepreneurs with bold, innovative solutions now have a powerful opportunity to scale their businesses, through the OCIF (Open Capital Innovation Fund) by CDI Capital. The fund is providing up to R1 million in early-stage funding to entrepreneurs who are building groundbreaking products, disruptive services, or transformative business models that can shape the future of their industries.
If your business is innovative, high-growth, and ready to scale, the OCIF Fund may be your next big step toward securing the capital you need.
Benefits of the OCIF Fund
Selected entrepreneurs gain access to:
Up to R1,000,000 in funding to grow and scale
Support for early-stage, high-impact ventures
Access to CDI’s entrepreneurship development ecosystem
Investor readiness preparation
Visibility and credibility from being selected by a reputable fund
Opportunities for long-term partnerships and expansion
This fund is designed to close the early-stage finance gap for South African innovators who are building the next wave of high-growth enterprises.
Eligibility Criteria
You should consider applying if:
You are a South African entrepreneur
You are building an innovative, disruptive or high-growth business
Your solution has market traction or clear potential for scale
You can demonstrate strong value creation, sustainability, or impact
Your business model shows potential for commercial viability and long-term growth
The OCIF fund is sector-agnostic but focuses on ventures with clear potential to shape industries, create jobs, and drive economic change.
Deadline
Applications are now open. (early submissions are recommended.)
How to Apply
Ready to secure up to R1 million for your business?
Fill out the online form with details about your business, innovation, and funding needs.
The OCIF Fund is administered by CDI Capital, an organisation committed to supporting innovative South African SMEs and entrepreneurs with high-growth potential.
