UWC Centre for Entrepreneurship and Innovation

UWC Centre for Entrepreneurship and Innovation The UWC Centre for Entrepreneurship and Innovation was established in 2013 to consolidate, co-ordinate and synergise entrepreneurship.

The Centre for Entrepreneurship aims to consolidate, co-ordinate and synergise entrepreneurship activities at UWC in order to:

* Highlight the successes of UWC more prominently with respect to current and future entrepreneurship-related activities.

* Fulfil a co-ordinating role for the current and new entrepreneurship-related activities at UWC and external stakeholders, and seek to develop and l

everage synergies among these activities.

* Fundraise and develop a long-term sustainable financial model for the Centre by developing projects in entrepreneurship for staff, students and external stakeholders.

* Develop an academic program in entrepreneurship that identi¬es with the needs of South Africa and that develops unique course and teaching material for the projects offered by the Centre, as well as for mainstream UWC programmes in entrepreneurship.

* Build a research program in Entrepreneurship relevant to the needs of South Africa and that can drive relevant policy development. Collaborate with national and international partners active in the area of entrepreneurship and entrepreneurship development. Provide the environment with a fellowship of support to new and existing entrepreneurs.

* Provide incubation development and support for small to medium enterprises in the spirit of entrepreneurship that will contribute to the development of the African economy and create and maintain jobs.

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Welcoming New Members to SWEEP!✨

Today at CEI, we had the pleasure of welcoming our newest SWEEP members! 🤝🏽💙

Here’s to new connections, new members, and an exciting year ahead with SWEEP! 💙

A huge congratulations to our incredible entrepreneurs who took the stage at the EDHE Absa Entrepreneurship InnoVarsity ...
05/09/2026

A huge congratulations to our incredible entrepreneurs who took the stage at the EDHE Absa Entrepreneurship InnoVarsity 2026 Western Cape Regional
Round!

We are incredibly proud of each of you for stepping forward, pitching your businesses with confidence, and sharing the passion behind your ideas. Your businesses show creativity, resilience, and the potential to make a meaningful impact.

While the journey to the next round may not have been ours this time, this is only one chapter in your entrepreneurial journey. Keep refining, keep building, keep believing, and keep going strong.

UPBI certification and the journey of growth, learning, and perseverance that made it possible🎉🎉
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UPBI certification and the journey of growth, learning, and perseverance that made it possible🎉🎉

31/08/2026

🚨 2 SPACES STILL AVAILABLE! 🚨

The UWC Trading Incubator still has 2 trading spaces available for businesses looking to grow, gain visibility and become part of a supportive entrepreneurial community.

If you missed the first opportunity, now is your chance! 🎉

✨ What we offer:

✅ Affordable monthly rental
✅ Individual trading spaces measuring 8–10 square metres
✅ Business development support and networking opportunities
✅ A platform to grow your brand and customer base
✅ A high-visibility trading environment in Bellville

We're looking for businesses that:

✔️ Are South African Black-owned
✔️ Have a proven record of continued sales
✔️ Have been in operation for 18 months or longer
✔️ Offer ready-to-sell products (finished goods)
✔️ Are committed to growing their brand and expanding their market reach

📄 Required documentation:

• CIPC Registration
• B-BBEE Certificate/Affidavit
• SARS Tax Clearance

🕗 Trading Hours:
Monday – Friday | 08:00 – 16:30

📍 Location:
UWC Trading Incubator
4 Strand Street, Sanlamhof, Bellville

⏰ DEADLINE: 1 SEPTEMBER 2026

If you are interested in joining the UWC Trading Incubator, express your interest by 1 September 2026.

🔗 Express your interest here:
https://forms.gle/4AXY5GDQFoVAPYQw6

Don’t miss out on this opportunity to take your business to the next level! 🚀

Good luck to our team on the EDHE ABSA entrepreneurship intervarsity 2026, do your level best you've got this🔥
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Good luck to our team on the EDHE ABSA entrepreneurship intervarsity 2026, do your level best you've got this🔥

Two days. Countless ideas. One incredible community. 🎓✨ The Mastercard Foundation Entrepreneurship Activation 2026 comes...
20/08/2026

Two days. Countless ideas. One incredible community. 🎓✨ The Mastercard Foundation Entrepreneurship Activation 2026 comes to a close - but for our student entrepreneurs, this is just the beginning. 🚀 Thank you to everyone who showed up, leaned in, and dreamed big. Until the next activation! 👋🔥

Day 1 of the Mastercard Foundation Entrepreneurship Activation kicked off on Monday and WOW — what an energy!
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Day 1 of the Mastercard Foundation Entrepreneurship Activation kicked off on Monday and WOW — what an energy!

17/08/2026

UWC expands its entrepreneurship training for unemployed youth, with early results showing participants securing jobs and launching ventures.

📢 Applications Are Open - Fellows Leadership and Mentoring ProgrammeAre you a business owner wanting to take your busine...
17/08/2026

📢 Applications Are Open - Fellows Leadership and Mentoring Programme

Are you a business owner wanting to take your business to the next level?
The Fellows Leadership and Mentoring Programme is an initiative designed to empower entrepreneurs and accelerate small business growth.

🗓️ Information Session: August 2026
🚀 Programme Commences: September 2026

📋 Required documents:
• Copy of your South African ID
• B-BEE certificate or affidavit
• Proof of SARS tax registration
• CIPC document

For more information, contact us at [email protected] or 021 959 1759.

🔗 Complete your Expression of Interest here:

https://forms.gle/2ZMpYu9SADmbhVEP7

Congratulations to our Top 10 students who have progressed in the EDHE Absa Innovation Challenge 2026 UWC Internal Round...
07/08/2026

Congratulations to our Top 10 students who have progressed in the EDHE Absa Innovation Challenge 2026 UWC Internal Rounds.

Your innovative thinking and commitment have set you apart. We wish you every success in the next round! 👏

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