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The EYWA programme focuses on strengthening the capacity of national and local civil society organisations in South Africa, in particular women and youth organizations, to engage in gender equality and the inclusion of young people in the labor market.

The programme aims to improve the employability and economic conditions of young people and women from disadvantaged areas in the Gauteng province of Johannesburg. In this respect EYWA aims to:

The Hollywood Foundation is thrilled to announce the 2025 edition of the KwaZulu-Natal (KZN) Bambelela Business Awards, a prestigious event that honours the extraordinary contributions of local entrepreneurs in KZN.

The Bambelela Business Awards are more than a recognition of talent; they are a beacon of support, offering tangible resources and encouragement to those forging ahead on their entrepreneurial journey.

The Africa Informal & Micro Business Awards AIMBA, established to acknowledge and foster the diligence of the informal economy, stands as a cornerstone in the development of African Informal & micro-enterprises. Recognising the pivotal role that small businesses play in the Africa's economic fabric, AIMBA 2025 aims to celebrate their contributions and support their growth, thereby facilitating a robust economy and a sustainable future for all. 

Standard Bank in partnership with the RYZE calls for applications for the Kopano Central Business Development Programme to existing entrepreneurs based in the Free-State or Northern Cape provinces.

Areas of Focus:

• Building and running a sustainable business
• Financial management
• Brand development & trust-building
• Mentorship

Eligibility Criteria:

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.

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.

Every year the  World Intellectual Property Organisation Global Awards (WIPO) Global Awards celebrate small businesses, start-ups and university spinouts that leverage Intellectual Property (IP) backed innovation and creativity in an exceptional manner to achieve business goals and improve society.

The WIPO Global Awards are celebrating your achievements, specifically focusing on: