Press Release | The Assupol Digital Skills Programme in partnership with 22 On Sloane places 15 learners in the workplace

Assupol, in partnership with 22 On Sloane, is pleased to announce that the Digital Skills Training Programme has successfully commenced its experiential learning component. As part of this phase, 15 learners will be placed in workplace environments for three months to gain hands-on experience, further enhancing their training and development.

3 Mar

22 On Sloane and Microsoft Launch Programmes to Support SMMEs and Women in Tech

The SMME Capacity Building Programme, targeted at entrepreneurs in North-West, Limpopo, and Mpumalanga, is designed to equip small, medium and micro enterprises (SMMEs) with essential skills in business operations, financial management, and digital transformation. The programme offers structured support to help SMMEs expand their market reach, enhance their digital capabilities, and improve their overall business sustainability. Simultaneously, the Women in Tech Entrepreneurship Programme, based in Western Cape, is tailored to support female tech founders. Participants will gain access to specialised training, industry experts, and investor networks to accelerate the growth of their startups. This initiative seeks to bridge the gender gap in the technology sector by equipping women entrepreneurs with the tools to accelerate their growth in the ever-burgeoning digital economy...

28 Nov

South Africa to create 1 million new startups and SMMEs by 2030

A key takeaway from the summit was the reaffirmation of the importance of strategic partnerships. The NISED Framework mandates biennial summits to track progress and engage stakeholders on collective goals. Attendees were encouraged to consider actionable steps, posing the questions: “What quick wins and impactful interventions should we prioritise, and what actions must each of us take to bring them to fruition?” The summit also marked progress on policies that prioritise inclusivity, such as support for spaza shops and informal traders to upgrade their infrastructure and comply with regulations...

24 Nov

22 On Sloane Officially Launches an Entrepreneurship Hub in Cape Town

The 22 On Sloane Cape Town Hub, located in the heart of Green Point, is designed to support Africa’s growing startup ecosystem. This facility offers co-working spaces, innovation space, Game development studio, ecosystem events and unparalleled networking opportunities to entrepreneurs and innovators. Since the establishment of the Johannesburg Hub in 2017, 22 On Sloane has directly supported over 1,156 entrepreneurs, who have collectively created 2,232 jobs and generated over R500 million in revenue during their time in the programme.

31 Oct

GEN President, Mr. Jonathan Ortmans Will Launch Global Entrepreneurship Week (GEW) 2024 and Officially Open the 22 On Sloane Cape Town Hub

22 On Sloane, Africa’s largest startup campus and the headquarters of GEN Africa, is thrilled to announce the launch of Global Entrepreneurship Week (GEW) 2024. This global celebration, running from 18-24 November, will feature 40,000 events across 200 countries, with 20,000 partners and 10 million participants. GEW 2024 aims to drive entrepreneurship, innovation, and inclusivity, inspiring both budding and established entrepreneurs worldwide.

2 Oct

South Africa’s Deputy President Paul Mashatile Opens The Markets At London Stock Exchange Group, Joined By Kennedy Bungane Group CEO Of African Bank

African Bank, a key sponsor of the London Stock Exchange event, has long been committed to empowering South African SMMEs through its Enterprise and Supplier Development Programme. By partnering to sponsor the Investor Engagement Day, African Bank ensures that a select number of SMMEs from its ecosystem network with large private sector partners, gain invaluable exposure to international markets and investors. The event exemplifies the Bank’s ongoing mission to provide small businesses with access to market opportunities, financial inclusion, and strategic partnerships.

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22 On Sloane is the largest startup campus in Africa. The campus offers disruptive startups and innovative SMEs a complete turnkey solution to scale, from the initial idea all the way to commercialisation, funding opportunities and access to markets. Its aim is to nurture the entrepreneurial mindset, ensure their sustainability, and explore development of new industries and contribute towards job creation in Africa.