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Home»Search by Region»Africa»Allan Gray Makers StartUp Academy 2024 for South Africans

Allan Gray Makers StartUp Academy 2024 for South Africans

Jude OgarDecember 28, 20232 Mins Read
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Deadline: January 31, 2024

Applications are open for the Allan Gray Makers StartUp Academy 2024. The Allan Gray Makers StartUp Academy is a fully funded 8-month incubation programme for aspiring artisan entrepreneurs in the Plumbing and Electrical trades. Program participants will receive business training and support to start their businesses. The programme will be full-time and in-person, starting on April 15, 2024.

The Program Content includes:

  • Training in Entrepreneurial Mindset, New Venture Creation, Marketing and Sales, Business Management, Financial Management, Branding, E-skills for business and Personal Mastery.
  • Opportunities to work in teams and network with other businesses.
  • Access to Personal Mentorship, Business Shadowing, Industry-Expert Coaches and Business Advisory.
  • Access to markets with a focus on making your first sale.
  • Access to Office Space.
  • Support to start your business and to write your Trade test.
  • Graduates have access to life-long support.

Costs

  • The StartUp Academy is funded by Allan Gray Makers. This means that all programme costs are covered, including a basic transport allowance and all you’re expected to contribute is your commitment, your time, and your energy!

Eligibility

  • You can apply if you are between 18-34 years.
  • Must be a South African citizen or hold a permanent residence status.
  • Must have completed a relevant learning programme in the Plumbing or Electrical Trades with N6 and 18 months apprenticeship.
  • Must qualify to take a trade test (having a trade test certificate is advantageous).
  • Be in any of these locations: Gauteng (Johannesburg City, Ekurhuleni City, Mogale City and Ruimsig), Mpumalanga (Gert Sibanda Municipality) Kwa-Zulu Natal (Ethekwini District) and Eastern Cape (Nelson Mandela Bay Metropolitan)
  • Industry: Plumbing & Electrical.
  • Intentions: Desire to start their own business.

Application

Applications close at midnight on January 31, 2024. If you experience any problems, or have any questions regarding the application form or selection process, contact the StartUp Academy Selection Team on: Email: [email protected]

Click here to apply

For more information, visit Allan Gray Makers StartUp Academy.

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