Are you an early-stage venture interested in scaling up? Apply for the e-Track Programme before 29 March 2023
The University of Cape Town Graduate School of Business (UCT GSB) Solution Space, in partnership with Ayoba, a free instant messaging app, invites applicants for the e-Track Programme. The e-Track Programme is a two-phase early-stage venture accelerator and capacity-building programme for high-impact entrepreneurs in South Africa and beyond. It is designed to support participants in building scalable businesses with international potential.
Successful applicants take part in the following:
- A five-week Venture Launch course that focuses on validating the venture concept
- A twelve-week Venture Exploitation course aimed at accelerating the development of the validated venture
Interested applicants should have solutions relevant to the African market and global potential. Applicants can apply in teams or as individuals as part of an existing venture. They should have a prototype or minimum viable product ready for early-market testing to further establish the product and market fit. Additionally, the initial concept should demonstrate a deep and intimate understanding of the problem and market need or opportunity.
Selected participants will benefit from the following
- Access to technical support and mentorship from Ayoba field experts,
- Workshops and clinics to learn fundamentals and core business skills
- Access to pro-bono partners and a network of consultants to support with specialist expertise such as legal, human resource, digital user experience, and venture capital
- Feedback from the Ayoba team and network of experienced mentors and industry partners
- Networking with Ayoba’s community of vibrant entrepreneurs
To apply for this program, visit: e-track programme applications