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Call for Applications: CIPC Youth Awards Competition 2025

The first ever Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC) Intellectual Property (IP) Youth Awards are here. Prepare yourself for an unforgettable ride that is about to shake up the world of Intellectual Property! The Youth Awards is a groundbreaking competition shining a spotlight on

ISPIM Connects Cape Town Conference

The International Society for Professional Innovation Management (ISPIM) will be hosting the ISPIM Connects Cape Town Conference under the theme: 'Transforming Futures through Innovation'. The three-day event will allow delegates to engage with fellow innovation professionals from academia, industry

Workshop: Digital Technology Integration in Business and Trade for Women and Youth

The Department of Science, Technology and Innovation and the Department of Trade Industry and Competition in partnership with the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa will be hosting a capacity-building workshop for policy makers and entrepreneurs on Digital Technology Integration in

Durban ICC Supplier Day

The Durban ICC is recognised as one of the most advanced conference venues globally and holds accolades as the leading conferencing facility in Africa. To expand its supplier database and foster inclusivity in the marketplace, particularly for historically disadvantaged individuals, the Durban ICC

SME SA Funding Summit 2025

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

Call for Applications: Cooperative Development & Support Programme

The Small Enterprise Development and Finance Agency (SEDFA) is inviting cooperatives to apply to be part of the Cooperative Development and Support Programme (CDSP). The programme is aimed at supporting Cooperatives to grow and sustain their businesses by improving the quality of their products

Call for Applications: Employability for Youth and Women in South Africa (EYWA) Programme

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

Call for Applications: KwaZulu-Natal Bambelela Business Awards

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

Call for Applications: Africa Informal & Micro Business Awards

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

Township Entrepreneurs Alliance Kasi Business Workshop

The Township Entrepreneurs Alliance (TEA) invites you to their Kasi Business workshop themed Starting Strong: A Winning Mindset for 2025! This practical session will unpack how to build a strong mental and strategic foundation for the year, emphasising mindset, clarity and planning. You will

Call for Applications: NTEEP 5.0 Entrepreneurship Empowerment Program 2025 for African Startups

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

Call for Applications: Namakwa Digital Hub 2025/2026 Incubation Programmes

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