Enterprise Development
Pictures on Enterprise Development Programme August / September 2025.
Picture 1: Enterprise Development Programme Non- Monetary Grant Award to SteveThang Funeral Parlour (Pty) Limited Business Owner Thanyani Ranwedzi
Picture 2: Enterprise Development Programme Non- Monetary Grant Award to
Bukay-It Florist (Pty) Ltd Business Owner Zini Bulelwa
Picture 3: Enterprise Development Programme Non- Monetary Grant Award to Enterprise Harmony Candles Boutique Business Owner Yolanda Ntsala
Picture 4: Enterprise Development Programme Non- Monetary Grant Award to Enterprise TNX Vestige (Pty) Ltd Owner Thokozile Xulu.
Picture 5: Enterprise Development Programme Non- Monetary Grant Award to Enterprise Shammah Tech Group (Pty) Limited Business Owner Kholekha Masango.
Picture 6: Enterprise Development Programme Non- Monetary Grant Award to Enterprise Mamiza Creations (Pty) Limited Business Owner Maria Ndlovu.
New Venture Creation Graduation Programme on 7th of March 2025 held at the Office of the Global Business School of Entrepreneurship (Pty) Limited No 85 Central Street Johannesburg. Six Entrepreneurs Graduated on the SAQA: ID 66249 New Venture Creation Programme NQF 4 Level Accredited by the Services Seta. Programme funded by the Wholesale and Retail Sector SETA, the GBSE, the Foholoza Foundation and the Sakhumnotho Foundation.
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The GBSE Offers Three Delivery Platforms with its Suite of Solutions:
List of Solutions:
- Online Delivery Platform & Programmes – A Five-Day Programme in Fundamentals for Start Ups & Suite of Masterclasses in New Venture Creation / Enterprise Development Programmes and Leadership Development Programme.
- Face To Face Delivery Platform & Programmes: A QCTO Accredited New Venture Creation Programme (15 day ) NQF 2 Level Programme, Business Modelling Programme, Business Coaching Services, Enterprise Development Programme, Supplier Development Programme and Leadership Coaching Services.
- Information Based Solutions: An Entrepreneurship Toolkit.
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News:
2025
New Venture Creation Learnership Graduation for GBSE & Foholoza Foundation & the Wholesale & Retail Sector SETA On 7th March 2025.
Enterprise Development Programme – August 2025/ September 2025
Seven Businesses were awarded Non-monetary Grants of Computer and other equipment to scale up their businesses in Aug/ September 2025.
Mamiza Creations (Pty) Limited
SteveThang Funeral Parlours (Pty) Limited
Vestige Express – Construction (Pty) Limited
Shammah Tech Services (Pty) Ltd Fire Detection Services.
Harmony Candles Boutique & Events
Nolunza Construction (Pty) Limited Bukay -IT Florist ( Pty) Limited
Picture Above: Enterprise Development Programme Non- Monetary Grant Award to SteveThang Funeral Parlour (Pty) Limited Business Owner Thanyani Ranwedzi
Picture Above: Enterprise DevelopmentProgramme Non- Monetary Grant Award to Bukay-It Florist (Pty) Ltd Business Owner Zini Bulelwa.
Picture Above: Enterprise Development Programme Non- Monetary Grant Award to
Enterprise Harmony Candles Boutique Business Owner Yolanda Ntsala.
Picture 5: Enterprise Development Programme Non- Monetary Grant Award to Enterprise Shammah Tech Group (Pty) Limited Business Owner Kholekha Masango.
Picture Above: Enterprise Development Programme Non- Monetary Grant Award to Shammah Tech Group (Pty) Limited Business Owner Kholekha Masango.
Enterprise Development Programme
The Outline and Structure for an Enterprise Development Programme can be adapted to suit SMEs, start – ups, or corporates running supplier/ enterprise development initiatives:
1.1.1.Programme Objectives
- Support growth and sustainability of small and medium enterprises (SMEs).
- Build entrepreneurial capacity and business resilience.
- Create market linkages and opportunities for access to funding.
- Enhance innovation, competitiveness and job creation.
1.1.2.Target Participants
- Early -stage entrepreneurs (0-3 Years) in operation.
- Growth – stage businesses (3-5 + years) in operation.
- Sector – Specific enterprises (depending on funder focus, eg. ICT, Agriculture, manufacturing).
- Priority given to youth, women, or community based enterprises ( optional depending on programme goals).
1.1.3. Programme Structure/ Outline
Phase 1: Recruitment and Selection
- Call for Applications.
- Screening again eligibility criteria.
- Pitch/ interview process to select final cohort.
Phase 2: Orientation and Baseline Assessment
- Onboarding Session (programme overview, expectations, code of conduct).
- Business Diagnostic (financial health, operational model, compliance, leadership capacity).
- Individual development plans (IDPs) created for each entrepreneur.
Phase 3: Core Learning & Capacity Building Programmes
Key Training Modules:
Entrepreneurial Mindset & Leadership.
Business Model Development and Strategy.
Financial Management and Compliance.
Sales, Marketing & Branding.
Operations & Supply Chain.
Digital Transformation & Innovation.
People & HR Management.
Governance & Risk Management
Phase 4: Delivery Methods
- Workshops.
- Masterclasses.
- E Learning.
- Peer Learning Circles
Phase 5: Coaching & Mentorship
- One -on-One Business Coaching Sessions.
- Industry Mentors for sector – specific insights.
- Peer – to- peer mentoring within the cohort.
Phase 6: Market & Growth Linkages
- Access to procurement opportunities (corporate supply chains, government contracts).
- Networking and industry roundtables.
- Exposure to local and international markets.
Phase 7: Access to Finance Support
- Finance literacy and investor readiness workshops.
- Linkages to funders (banks, angel investors, VC grant providers).
- Pitch days and demo sessions.
Phase 8: Monitoring & Evaluation
- Mid -Point check-ins and performance reviews.
- Progress measurement against baseline diagnostics.
- Adjustments to support plans as needed.
Phase 9: Graduation & Post Programme Support
- Final Showcase / pitch event.
- Certification and recognition.
- Alumni Network for continuous support and collaboration.
- Post- programme tracking for 12-24 months.
1.1.4.Programme Duration
- 6 to 12 months (typical, depending on depth of support).
- Combination of Intensive training in early phases, then ongoing mentorship and market access activities.
1.1.5.Support Resources
Access to legal, financial, HR Advisory Clinics.
Learning Management Platform (Hybrid/ Digital).
Knowledge Hub (templates, toolkits, case studies).