27/10/2026
✨ This cohort was made up of 15 unemployed female youth and 15 women over the age of 40, proving the power of investing in women-led enterprises.
Over the course of the programme in partnership with CHIETA - The Chemical Industries Education and Training Authority, participants gained practical business and financial skills, strengthened their entrepreneurial capabilities, and built sustainable businesses designed to create jobs and contribute to economic growth.
The impact speaks for itself:
✅ 100% of businesses showed growth in trading and operational perfomance
✅ 97% programme completion rate
✅ 100% business registration rate
✅ Collective cohort net profit of R25,672.85 achieved between July and September 2026
Most importantly, behind every statistic is a story of transformation. From graduates like Herlene Goeda, who has grown her perfume business and strengthened her brand, to Lucassa Boyce, whose entrepreneurial journey has boosted her confidence, independence, and business skills, these women are turning ambition into action.
Congratulations to every graduate. Your resilience, determination, and commitment to grow are inspiring. We look forward to seeing your businesses continue to thrive and create lasting impact in your communities.
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