If you have passion, drive, vision and a great idea which you have validated or an existing business which you wish to structure properly and prepare a strategy for, our Business Foundation Programme is for you.

This entry-level programme, which includes support from a business coach together with our customised e-learning programme, is designed to take you from having an early-stage idea or an unstructured existing business to a position where you can take your business to the next level.

Masakhe Programmme

Masakhe is an entry-level four-month programme for entrepreneurs in the ideation, pre-revenue, or start-up phase of development or establishment. The outcome for an entrepreneur in this programme is the assessment of the value proposition and business model to test for viability and potential to deliver sustainable results.

What we are looking for?

We are looking for passionate entrepreneurs who have a desire to contribute positively to the economic and social growth of our country. We know that this isn’t easy, so we have looked at a few areas to ensure you have what it takes. This is what we are looking for:

• What is your big idea
• How clearly have you understood your market
• The qualifications, skills and experience you have
• Your business/entrepreneurial experience

What’s in it for you?

• Access to a range of e-leaning modules for your specific programme on out interactive virtual incubation platform
• Work from the comfort of you own location or any of our co-working or business lounge spaces (currently being developed)
• Prepare your business pitch and present this to an expert panel
• Get you business supply chain, finance and network ready
• Support to create a constant “working on your business as opposed to in your business” mindset due to the automated visual workflow and task management functionality of the Virtual Incubator