Youth-led
Innovation
Entrepreneurship
Innovation Challenge
Summary

Young African Entrepreneurs Institute in collaboration with Absa invites you to the Youth Entrepreneurship Week 2024, titled 'Empowering the Next Generation of South African Entrepreneurs'. 

The three-day event will bring unique experiences, essential insights, and unparalleled networking opportunities. Youth Entrepreneurship Week is the definitive event for young entrepreneurs eager to make their mark on South Africa’s economy. From the innovation challenge to expert-led symposiums and a market festival with a distinctly African flair, the event is the place to go.

  • Day 1: Setting the Stage for Innovation and Success

Venue: Wits Entrepreneurship Hub
Capacity: 60

  • Day 2: The YEW Symposium – Insightful Panels, Power-Packed Keynotes, and The Gala

Venue: Wits Entrepreneurship Hub (Morning & Afternoon), The Houghton Hotel (Evening)
Capacity: 450 for Gala Dinner

  • Day 3: Proudly African Youth-Owned Market Festival – A Celebration of Youth Enterprise

Venue: Library Lawns, Wits Main-East Campus
Capacity: 1,500
Tickets: R100 (available at Webtickets & at the door)

On Day 3, join us for a vibrant festival experience at the Proudly African Youth-Owned Market Festival. This event is a feast for the senses, complete with live music, DJ sets, comedy, and a diverse array of youth-owned enterprises showcasing their unique products and services.

Read more on the event programme 

 

Purpose of the Event
Networking/Matchmaking
Website link
https://yaeinpc.org.za/
Location
Wits Entrepreneurship Hub
Event start date
Event end date