Thuthukani, Thungela's enterprise and supplier development program in partnership with Raizcorp, has successfully graduated its first group of 14 local entrepreneurs. The program offers hands-on entrepreneurial learning, technical enablement, development, and mentorship to help community entrepreneurs become profitable and sustainable.
Over the course of the program, participants completed 22 modules covering business development essentials, focusing on creating robust business cases, understanding operations, and establishing market presence. Sandile Mkono, Thungela’s enterprise and supplier development manager, highlighted the comprehensive skill set provided, while graduate Mthobisi Thomo noted the significant improvement in his financial management abilities, enabling him to manage his business finances with precision.
- You must operate in one or more of the following municipalities:
- eMalahleni
- Steve Tshwete.
- Govan Mbeki
- You must be a SA citizen over the age of 18.
- You must have a 51% or more black-owned business and be active in your business full time.
- Trading experience of at least 6 months.
- Must be able to travel to training venues, have access to a cellphone, email address and a laptop or computer.
Access to boardrooms, meeting rooms, IT and front-desk infrastructure, and hot-desks.
Access to professional staff including receptionist, bookkeeper, hospitality hostess, etc.
A team of mentors who are experts in strategy, finance, marketing, sales and personal development.
An approved practical learning curriculum to help supplement your gaps and grow your acumen.
A panel of specialists in areas such as HR, tax and legal who offer special rates.
Access to over 13 000 alumni businesses and large corporate supply chains.
Access to boardrooms, meeting rooms, IT and front-desk infrastructure, and hot-desks.
Access to boardrooms, meeting rooms, IT and front-desk infrastructure, and hot-desks.