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South Africa will host the Y20 Summit 2025 as part of its historic G20 Presidency, bringing together youth leaders from across the world to influence global policy. The Y20 Summit will focus on five key themes that align with South Africa’s G20 agenda and the African Union’s Agenda 2063.

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We are a close-ended investment company primarily focused on investments in JSE-listed companies. With a transparent net asset value (NAV) of R56 million, our portfolio reflects a strong South African equity market presence. Additionally, we have allocated a dedicated budget for investments in unlisted companies, strategically expanding our reach to provide further growth opportunities.

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In partnership with Tuksnovation, Standard Bank of South Africa seeks to unearth viable FinTech startups that aim to contribute to the transformation of the South African Financial Services sector.

The Standard Bank-Tuksnovation Innovation Challenge 2025 invites all eligible entrepreneurs to submit applications for the opportunity to be one of 10 startups to undergo a 6-month intensive incubation with Tuksnovation in their 2025 intake.

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This project is a brilliant example of how traditional knowledge can be combined with modern practices to create a sustainable and economically viable future for the Lower Zingcuka region.

Here's a summary of how the project leverages Sweetthorn AcaciaCape Aloe, and water-invasive biomess for economic and job growth:

  • Sweetthorn Acacia: The project uses traditional knowledge of selective thinning and harvesting to sustainably manage the overgrowth of Sweetthorn Acacia. This creates a reliable source of income for the community through charcoal production. The project emphasizes modern
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Allan Gray Makers is calling for applications for the Inter-College competition aimed at fostering a culture of entrepreneurship in TVET students. Registration is open to students who are enrolled at any of the 50 Public TVET Colleges in South Africa for the 2025 academic year.

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The Durban University of Technology - Centre for Social Entrepreneurship Rapid Incubator is inviting small businesses in Durban to apply for their Incubation Programme.

The 12 months programme is aimed at developing attractive business concepts, establishing strong and sustainable organisations, maintaining profitable operations, building lasting customer relationships, and accessing market opportunities.

Interested SMMEs must have the following documents:

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The SME South Africa will be hosting its first-ever SME South Africa Funding Summit that will allow entrepreneurs, business owners to gain insights into becoming bankable businesses, master the art of pitching, improve their funding literacy and get their business fully compliant on the spot...

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Chief Ralekhudu Enterprise

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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.

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  • 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
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Applications are now open for the Nomfro Entrepreneurship Empowerment Project 5.0 (NTEEP) Entrepreneurship Empowerment Program 2025 for African Startups. Empowering African Startups for Success NTEEP is back with its fifth edition, offering a golden opportunity for 500 startups to join a thriving community of entrepreneurs.

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The Namakwa Digital Hub is excited to invite ambitious youth, artisanal students from the NCR TVET College, and entrepreneurs based in the Namakwa District Municipality to apply for their bespoke incubation programmes in 2025. These programmes are designed to equip participants with the tools, networks, and support necessary to create innovative solutions and grow impactful businesses across the district.

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