CERI’s Biotech Incubator (CERIBIO) at Stellenbosch University, in partnership with Open Start-up International (OST), will convene leading venture capitalists, limited partners, and global funders for an exclusive lunch focused on expanding an ambitious initiative known as the “African TREE.”

This bold programme seeks to incubate and accelerate 250 BioTech, DeepTech, and GreenTech companies across Africa, unlocking innovation that can transform lives, industries, and the continent’s future.

The gathering will bring together an exceptional network of international funders, expert consultants, and representatives from world-class universities and institutes of technology, including MIT. More than a fine-dining experience, this lunch is an opportunity to build meaningful connections, spark collaboration, and actively shape the Africa we believe in.

Hosted just a few kilometres from the SWEAT Africa venue at the Rupert & Rothschild Wine Estate, this invitation-only lunch offers a unique space for dialogue, partnership, and impact.

Please contact the organisers if you are interested in joining this high-level networking lunch and contributing to Africa’s innovation journey.

Location: The Rupert & Rothschild Vignerons restaurant, Franschhoek Valley

Time: 12:00 – 14:00

Date: 14 February, 2026