Deadline: May 16, 2025
Applications are open for the Fetola Fire Program 2025 for Entrepreneurs in South Africa. FetolaFIRE is a 12-month business acceleration process designed to equip high-potential businesses with the skills, mindset, and strategic insights to attract investment and scale sustainably. This programme provides hands-on support to help entrepreneurs refine their vision, strengthen financial foundations, and prepare for external funding.
Fetola Fire helps entrepreneurs strengthen the financial foundations in their businesses so that they are able to unlock the funding they need to grow and scale while contributing to economic growth and job creation in South Africa.
Benefits
- Business diagnostics and tailored strategy development
- Investment readiness and pitch preparation
- Action-learning workshops and expert-led webinars
- One-on-one coaching with experienced mentors and technical consultants
- Personal finance and financial management support
- Marketing and sales strategy guidance
- Peer-to-peer networking and shared learning
- Access to finance opportunities and funding linkages
Eligibility
To qualify for this programme your business should be:
- Majority black-owned and managed business
- Entrepreneur is involved in the business on a full-time basis
- Business has been trading for a minimum of 2 years and a maximum of 10 years, with operational proof
- Minimum Annual revenue of R500 000 in last financial year (2024)
- Business must employ a minimum of 2 employees
- Preferred Industries: Agriculture, Agro-processing, Manufacturing, Logistics, Green Economy (water, waste, energy) and Circular Economy
- Female and youth entrepreneurs are encouraged to apply
Application
There are six sections in the application form. Complete all six sections including uploads before submitting.
- Section 1: Pre-application
- Section 2: Entrepreneur Details
- Section 3: Business Details
- Section 4: Market
- Section 5: Business Financials
- Section 6: Supporting Documents
For more information, visit Fetola Fire.
