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South AfricaRed Bull Basement 2026
A global innovation programme for South African students and first-time founders to develop early-stage ideas into working products. Participants receive mentorship, AI-powered tools, and the chance to win equity-free funding exceeding R2 million at the World Final in Silicon Valley.
Who can apply
Open to students and first-time founders in South Africa; no prototype, technical qualification, or previous entrepreneurial experience required.Perks & benefits
- Mentorship
- AI-powered tools
- Microsoft Azure credits
- Replit AI credits
- Mentorship from Red Bull Ventures
- Development resources
- Opportunity to pitch at World Final in Silicon Valley
Key contacts
Paul Malinda
2024 South African winning team member
Trish Medalen
Author
Sources
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- startupmag.co.za/2026/01/red-bull-basement-2026-opens-applications-for-south-afr… ↗
- www.redbull.com/us-en/red-bull-basement-guide-what-is-new-and-how-to-apply ↗
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- www.redbull.com/gb-en/events/red-bull-basement-united-kingdom-2026 ↗
- www.entrepreneurscatalysthub.com/funding-opportunities/red-bull-basement-2026-gl… ↗
- entnerd.com/en/first-time-founders-and-students-around-the-world-red-bull-baseme… ↗