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This a nationwide programme aimed at capacitating entrepreneurs through strategic, direct, and financial support for green and inclusive enterprises within the water, energy, agriculture, and waste sectors. An application form can be completed through the Indalo Inclusive elearning platform: APPLY HERE!

Through this programme eco-inclusive enterprises will be guided through the identification of opportunities, challenges, and needs and provided with support on business planning refinement, organisational development, and enterprise growth resulting in solid business and financial plans.  The comprehensive business and financial plans aim to facilitate future fundraising and financing activities.

5 Enterprises will be selected to participate in the programme and will receive support to refine their business model and generate consistent income to advance and contribute towards sustainable growth of their climate-smart enterprise. Successful enterprises qualify for R100 000 grant funding, capacity building consisting of 4 workshops (in-person and online) and 6-months mentorship (virtual and contact sessions).