The results of the first edition of the DBSA and SAVCA’s ‘Economic Impact of Venture Capital and Private Equity in South Africa 2009 Study’ concluded that aside from the growth benefits of private equity, this form of financial assistance also contributed to economic efficiency and innovation.

SAVCA has assisted with the establishment of Saine, a vision born out of the realisation and belief that South African innovation is unique. It is context driven to fit the South African landscape and geared to enable us to compete with the best in the world as far as innovation and creativity is concerned. Saine will provide a platform for learning, sharing and talking innovation. It aims to activate the triple helix principle in South Africa where government, academia and industry come together and collaborate to find new solutions and create real value in the country. This network could become the ultimate innovation standard-setting platform in South Africa.

3-4 November 2009 Merchant Taylors' Hall, London Join senior practitioners from more than 40 countries around the world at the fifth annual PEI/EMPEA Emerging Markets Private Equity Forum.