Overview of your opportunity

The Innovator Trust has launched the Youth Entrepreneurship Program (YEP) 2026, inviting young digital and technology innovators from the Northern Cape to apply for an opportunity to develop innovative technology-driven solutions addressing real community challenges.

The programme is specifically targeting aspiring innovators and entrepreneurs based in Springbok/Okiep and Upington who are passionate about leveraging technology to create practical solutions that improve communities, strengthen local innovation ecosystems, and contribute to economic development.

FASTPRO Government Priority Services Summary

1. SME Formalisation & Compliance

Helping businesses become fully compliant through CIPC, CSD, B-BBEE, SARS, UIF, COIDA, CIDB, and tender compliance support. This enables SMEs to access funding, procurement opportunities, and formal economic participation.

2. Supplier Development & Tender Readiness

Preparing SMEs to compete for opportunities through tender support, supplier onboarding, company profiles, capability statements, bid preparation, and procurement readiness. The goal is to help more SMEs win contracts, not just register businesses.

3. Skills

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The Cooperative Development Support Programme (CDSP) provides grant funding to support the growth, sustainability, and competitiveness of cooperative enterprises. The programme aims to strengthen cooperative businesses by enabling them to acquire critical production assets, improve operational efficiency, enhance product quality, and scale their operations to access broader markets.

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Overview of your opportunity

The Technology Innovation Agency (TIA), an entity of the Department of Science, Technology and Innovation (DSTI), has issued a Call for Expressions of Interest (EOI) to appoint Seed Fund Implementing Partners under its Seed Fund Programme (SFP).

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Number Nerds is a forward-thinking accounting and tax firm designed for entrepreneurs who want to grow faster, stay compliant, and make smarter financial decisions. We’re not your typical accountants — we’re strategic partners who turn complex financial information into clear, actionable business insights.

Our mission is simple: to remove the stress of bookkeeping, tax, and compliance so business owners can focus on building, innovating, and scaling. Whether you’re a startup finding your footing or an established company expanding into new markets, Number Nerds provides the clarity, tools, and

Wallstreet of Mining is a 100% black-owned mining services company dedicated to providing reliable, efficient, and cost-effective support solutions to the mining industry. Established in 2019, the company focuses on short-distance commodity hauling, earthmoving services, and mine site support operations.

Our primary goal is to help mining houses increase productivity and efficiency by offering well-managed machinery, skilled operators, and professional site services. We pride ourselves on delivering value through reliability, safety, and excellence in every project.

Core Services

  1. Short-Distance

As a supply chain company, we manage the flow of information, products, and services from raw materials to end consumers. This involves integrating and coordinating operations across various departments, organizations, and geographic regions.

In addition, as freight forwarders, our role extends beyond national borders. We coordinate and oversee the shipment of goods on behalf of shippers, acting as intermediaries to ensure the smooth and efficient movement of cargo from its point of origin to its final destination.

Motheo Developments and Projects is a forward-thinking company committed to innovative and sustainable solutions. Expanding into the cleaning detergents sector, the company now offers a range of eco-friendly products, including laundry detergents, dishwashing liquids, and all-purpose cleaners—all formulated with environmentally responsible ingredients and packaged in biodegradable materials.

By leveraging local resources and expertise, Motheo delivers affordable, high-quality cleaning solutions to households, institutions, and industries. The company’s mission is to promote sustainability

Lomo Enterprises (Pty) Ltd is a 100% Black-owned company proudly based in Kuruman, Northern Cape. Established in 2021, we are a BBBEE-compliant entity dedicated to supporting surface mining operations with specialized equipment and outstanding customer service.

With a strong focus on professionalism, innovation, and safety, our mission is to enhance productivity and operational efficiency for our clients in the mining sector.

Chief Ralekhudu Enterprise

Introduction

At Chief Ralekhudu Enterprise, we are committed to empowering women, persons with disabilities, youth, and rural communities by providing specialized training in wheelchair repair, maintenance, servicing, and refurbishment. Our mission is to improve mobility access while fostering entrepreneurship and self-sufficiency among marginalized groups.

The Problem:

  • Millions of people with disabilities lack access to affordable and reliable wheelchair repair services, limiting their mobility and independence.
  • In rural and underserved areas, the shortage of trained