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Entrepreneur / Business Owner

Entrepreneurs identify problems and build businesses to solve them. South Africa needs more job creators — and the government, SEDA, and various incubators actively support young entrepreneurs with funding, training, and mentorship.

📅 Self-driven — courses, diplomas, or degrees can help 💰 R5k – R500k/mo 🎓 Grade 11

Required Subjects

Business Studies English Mathematical Literacy Mathematics

Your Journey

1

Identify a real problem in your community that you can solve

2

Research your market — who would buy your product or service?

3

Start small: validate your idea before spending money

4

Register your business with CIPC (Companies and Intellectual Property Commission)

5

Apply for SEDA funding, the NEF, or Nedbank/FNB youth business loans

6

Join a local incubator or accelerator programme for mentorship

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Quick Facts

Industry
Business & Management
Study Duration
Self-driven — courses, diplomas, or degrees can help
Minimum Grade
Grade 11
Required Subjects
4
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