ENTRIES ARE OPEN FOR THE ENTREPRENEUR 2025

 ENTRIES ARE OPEN FOR THE ENTREPRENEUR 2025 The Entrepreneur 2025 has taken off! The iLembe Chamber launched the 15th edition of its flagship business accelerator programme, celebrating the empowerment of local entrepreneurs and the building of resilient businesses.

This year’s launch included the release of a programme impact study, and inspiring success stories from past winners.

This impactful annual competition is designed to elevate local entrepreneurs, build lasting impact, and unlock real growth. Selected business owners are required to participate in a ten week entrepreneurial development programme endorsed by the University of KwaZulu-Natal presented in partnership with Enterprise iLembe, Airports Company South Africa, The (UKZN), which include tuition and mentorship. The programme will commence on 26 July 2025 and will run until October 2025.

Competition winners will be judged on the perceived potential of their businesses, programme participation and attendance, as well as the quality of the business plan submitted. T he programme is proudly North Coast Courier, Siza Water, AVON Peaking Power, and ENGIE Peakers Operations.

Aspiring entrepreneurs can enter the competition by completing an application form available from The Entrepreneur website at www.theentrepreneur.net.za.

Entry forms are also available from the iLembe Chamber offices or various entry box locations across the district.

For more information, contact Sakhile Khumalo on +27 (0)87 354 6343 or sakhile@ilembechamber.co.za.

Ashaylan Naidoo, Natasha James, Kay Govender (ENGIE Peakers Operations), Nkosinathi Myataza (Airports Company South Africa/@King Shaka International Airport), Thabani Mdlalose (Mandeni Local Municipality Mayor), Ntokozo Ntuli (Siza Water), Fanele Mazibuko (Enterprise iLembe), Pieter Naude (The North Coast Courier).

Here’s to another year of growth, innovation, and opportunity!