When the New Distribution Capability (NDC) first emerged on the global travel scene, it was pitched as the next big leap for the airline industry. Developed by IATA and launched to modernise airline distribution, NDC was envisioned as a single, standardised protocol that would allow...
Building real connections at events isn’t always easy. That’s where Kernections comes in. Developed by Cape Town–based founders Scott Eyono and Omesan Naidoo, this AI-powered networking and event management platform is designed to make finding the right people effortless, whether at a 200-person summit or...
Here’s a real question: what does it take for a South African biotech start-up to go global - and not just survive, but actually thrive? Well, if you’ve ever found yourself thinking about joining an international accelerator like Techstars, you’re not alone. At the core of this...
At Innovation City’s Fika Café, supporting local innovation is a daily brew. One such example is BrewPrks, a transformative app created by South African co-founders Cobus Meyer and Chris Green. Their vision was simple: to ditch the hassle of paper loyalty cards and introduce a...
Three years ago, Innovation City Cape Town was just an idea; a vision to create a space where startups could thrive, where corporates could connect with innovators, and where bold ideas could turn into groundbreaking solutions. Today, that vision has grown into a vibrant, thriving...
Innovation City is set to host the highly anticipated Web in Travel (WiT) Africa event in 2025, following the incredible success of the inaugural WiT Africa in March of 2024. But it was at WiT Singapore where Innovation City’s co-founder stephan ekbergh and CEO Michelle...
Travelstart+ Launches to Redefine Premium Travel Planning Travelstart+, dubbed 'the future of travel planning,' has officially landed, promising a seamless and luxurious journey for travellers worldwide. Unveiled during a captivating launch event at Innovation City, the Travelstart+ Connect brought together renowned travel and lifestyle creators to...
Innovation City is thrilled to present insights directly from the helm of Ayoba, Africa's pioneering Super App, as we delve into its transformative impact across the continent. In an exclusive interview, Gillian Ezra, the Head of Sales at Ayoba, shares valuable perspectives on the app's...
In the heart of collaborative innovation, Innovation City Cape Town recently hosted an exclusive brunch themed "Transforming the Inner City Through Collaborative Innovation.” The event brought together a diverse panel of visionaries, entrepreneurs, and influencers, shedding light on the keys to unlocking the potential of...
As we celebrate our second birthday, the impact Innovation City has had on Africa's tech ecosystem is nothing short of extraordinary. In just two years, this hub has evolved into a dynamic force, fostering innovation, collaboration, and growth within the vibrant tech community of Cape...