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Green Acceleration Programme (GAP)Green Acceleration Programme (GAP), powered by WomHub and supported by Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ), supports women entrepreneurs in South Africa building businesses within the green economy. The programme focuses on helping founders become investor-ready by providing access to mentorship, finance and compliance training, peer support, and tools to unlock funding. Participants will also benefit from a strong community of women building climate and sustainability-focused ventures.
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Amazon Sustainable SellersWomHub, in collaboration with Amazon, has launched the Amazon Sustainable Sellers Incubator, a specialised programme designed to support female founders in the manufacturing sector to build competitive, digitally enabled and sustainability driven businesses. Through targeted training, mentorship, access to markets and tailored seller support, the programme strengthens women led manufacturing enterprises and supports their entry into ecommerce and national value chains in South Africa. Participants will gain practical skills in business formalisation, financial management, marketing, quality control and digital tools, while deepening their understanding of sustainability and circularity in manufacturing. Founders will also engage with industry experts, commercial partners and funding pathways designed to support women led small businesses.
Programme Status: Open |
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Women in Circular MiningWomHub, in partnership with the Embassy of Finland, has launched the Women in Circular Mining Programme, a specialised initiative to support female entrepreneurs in the mining value chain to integrate circular economy principles into their businesses. Through targeted training, mentorship, access to markets and funding pathways, the programme builds capacity for innovation and sustainability in South Africa’s mining sector. Participants will gain exposure to best practices in circular business models, ESG alignment and sector transformation, while engaging directly with industry leaders, technical experts and investors.
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Africa Innovation FellowshipThe Africa Innovation Fellowship is an eight-month leadership and business development program tailored for African women with early-stage STEM ventures. This programme provides a fully funded entrepreneurship bootcamp, masterclasses with industry experts, mentorship, and financial coaching to equip participants with the skills and resources needed to scale their businesses and attract investment.
Programme Status: Open |
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Female Funding Fit ProgrammeFemale Funding Fit Programme, powered by WomHub and supported by the French Embassy in South Africa, supports women entrepreneurs leading tech-enabled businesses across South Africa. The programme is designed to help founders become investor-ready by providing access to expert business coaching, personalised growth support, catalytic funding opportunities, and a dynamic peer network. Participants will also benefit from direct engagement with funders and tailored support to unlock their next stage of business growth.
Programme Status: Open |
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Khanyisa Bafazi Training ProgrammeKhanyisa Bafazi Training Programme, powered by WomHub, is a transformative initiative supporting women-owned businesses in and around East London, Eastern Cape. Whether you're a talented maker, farmer, caterer, seamstress, or service provider, this programme is designed to turn your hustle into a thriving, registered business. Through practical training, mentorship, and access to a supportive community, the programme equips women entrepreneurs with the confidence and tools to grow sustainably.
Programme Status: Open |
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Sasol Women in Engineering Incubator ProgrammeThe Sasol Women in Engineering Incubator is a year-long leadership and business development programme designed to support women-owned engineering businesses. This fully funded initiative offers in-person workshops, hybrid masterclasses, access to industry experts, mentorship, and entrepreneurial support. Participants will gain the tools and resources they need to grow, scale, and prepare their businesses for investment.
Programme Status: Open |
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Sasol Women in Mining Incubator ProgrammeThe Sasol Women in Mining Incubator is a dynamic year-long programme designed to support women entrepreneurs in the mining industry. Offering hybrid masterclasses, in-person bootcamps, and mentorship from industry experts, participants will develop the tools needed to grow and scale their businesses. With a focus on leadership, business growth, and financial coaching, this fully funded programme empowers women-owned mining ventures to become investor-ready and lead the industry forward.
Programme Status: Open |
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De Beers TrailblazerThe De Beers Trailblazer Accelerator is an 8-month hybrid programme designed to support women entrepreneurs leading tech or tech-enabled businesses with a focus on sustainability. With a strong emphasis on climate innovation, waste reduction, circularity, green energy, and biodiversity, the programme offers customised learning journeys, expert mentorship, and access to industry networks across Southern Africa.
Participants will engage in in-residence bootcamps, venture clinics, and investor showcases, gaining practical tools to grow and scale their businesses while driving meaningful environmental impact. Delivered in partnership with WomHub, this accelerator is open to founders based in South Africa, Namibia, or Botswana. Programme Status: Open |
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Visa STEM is Everywhere Incubator ProgrammeThis 4-month hybrid programme is designed for South African women entrepreneurs building businesses in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM). Gain access to expert mentorship, tailored business development, access to WomHub’s innovation hubs, and a powerful network of fellow founders in the green and STEM economy.
Are you ready to scale your STEM venture and join a community of purpose-driven innovators? Apply now and take your business to the next level! #ApplyNow! Programme Status: Closed |
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Standard Chartered Women in Tech - South AfricaStandard Chartered Women in Tech aims to provide a platform for aspiring women entrepreneurs in South African STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Manufacturing) industries, developing their innovative tech-based business ideas and accelerating their growth. The programme will also offer a comprehensive range of resources, including mentorship, training, networking opportunities, access to funding, and a supportive community of like-minded individuals.
Programme Status: Closed |