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December 5, 2024
From the 4th to 9th November 2024, the 22 On Sloane Cape Town Hub came alive with energy, innovation, and collaboration as we hosted our first major ecosystem activity, The Google Startup Bootcamp. This milestone not only marked the debut of our facility in the heart of Green Point but also underscored our commitment to nurturing Africa’s dynamic startup ecosystem. The Google Startup Bootcamp is part of the Google for Startups Black Founders Fund initiative, which has pledged over $30 million in equity-free funding to empower Black-led startups across the globe. For one week, participants engaged in transformative workshops, one-on-one mentorship sessions, and invaluable networking opportunities. It wasn’t just about learning, it was about building relationships, refining ideas, and laying a stronger foundation for their ventures.
Zinhle Mncube
November 28, 2024
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…
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…
Boitumelo Kodisang
November 25, 2024
The future of South Africa’s rural economy holds great promise, but realising this potential requires bold, coordinated action. SMMEs have the potential to be powerful drivers of rural transformation, catalysing growth across sectors from agro-processing to sustainable energy and tourism. To achieve this, the current knowledge gap must be bridged through comprehensive research and data collection. This call to action demands collaboration between government agencies, research institutions, and private sector partners. Only with a solid foundation of empirical evidence can targeted policies and interventions truly support rural entrepreneurs and unlock the potential of South Africa’s hidden economic gold.
Boitshoko Shoke
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