Overview of Innovator

Biko Today is an ML and AI-driven workforce and business support platform that connects small and medium-sized businesses with trained, work-ready youth. We provide SMEs with access to affordable talent, digital tools, and operational support, while equipping young people with real-world work experience, mentorship, and income opportunities.

Our model combines technology, training, and service delivery into a single ecosystem, enabling businesses to scale without the cost of traditional hiring, and enabling youth to gain practical skills by working on real business projects. We operate across marketing, digital development, automation, and business operations, delivering measurable impact for both businesses and the next generation of talent.

In a market where youth unemployment continues to rise and access to work experience remains limited, Biko Today exists to bridge the gap between education and employment, building a future where businesses grow faster and young people become economically active, skilled, and independent.

Specialization Sector/s
​Information and communication
Computer programming, consultancy and related activities
Cloud Computing
Computer consultancy and computer facilities management activities
Computer programming activities
e-commerce
Electronic/Software Integration
HighTech
Internet StartUps
Social Networking
software development
Information service activities
Big Data
Other information service activities n.e.c.
Web portals
Professional, scientific and technical activities
Activities of head offices; management consultancy activities
Activities of head offices; management consultancy activities
Advertising and market research
Advertising
Market research and public opinion polling
Legal and accounting activities
Accounting and bookkeeping activities
Auditing activities
Other accounting, bookkeeping and auditing activities, tax consultancy
Other professional, scientific and technical activities
Business Method/Process Innovation
Specialized design activities
Scientific research and development
HardTech
HighTech
Research and experimental development on social sciences and humanities
Administrative and support service activities
Office administrative, office support and other business support activities
Activities of call centres
HighTech
Other business support service activities n.e.c.
Photocopying, document preparation and other specialized office support activities
Service Delivery Innovation and Innovative Services
​Education
Education
Higher education
Technical and vocational secondary education
Country / HQ
South Africa
Funding required
Seed funding