Our Comprehensive Approach: From Idea to Market Readiness Akanyang Business Solutions offers a holistic suite of services designed to support young entrepreneurs at every stage of their business journey:

Idea Generation and Validation: We provide foundational training and workshops to help aspiring entrepreneurs identify viable business opportunities, develop innovative solutions, and rigorously validate their ideas within the target market.

Business Fundamentals Training: Our core training programmes cover essential business principles, including business planning, financial management, marketing and sales strategies, operational efficiency, and legal frameworks. We cater to individuals with varying levels of business understanding, including those who have already taken initial steps into the business world, providing them with a solid foundation for sustainable growth.

Navigating Compliance and Registration: Recognizing the significant challenges that young entrepreneurs face in navigating regulatory requirements, we provide direct assistance and guidance with crucial processes such as:

• CIPC Business Registration: Facilitating the formal registration of their businesses.
• Business Bank Account Registration: Guiding them through the process of opening essential business banking facilities.
• Industry-Related Compliance Documents: Providing information and support in understanding and obtaining other necessary permits and certifications relevant to their specific industries.

Facilitating Access to Funding: We actively work to connect our entrepreneurs with potential funding opportunities, most notably through our strong partnership with the National Youth Development Agency (NYDA). We guide our participants through the NYDA funding application process, leveraging our understanding of their requirements and priorities to enhance the chances of successful funding acquisition.

Mentorship and Aftercare Support: We understand that the entrepreneurial journey is ongoing. Our programmes incorporate dedicated mentorship opportunities, pairing participants with experienced business professionals, including our Director. Furthermore, we provide structured aftercare support to address emerging challenges, offer continued guidance, and foster a supportive network among our alumni.

Market Linkage Opportunities: We actively create platforms, such as our annual West Rand Boot Strap programme in collaboration with GEP and NYDA, to provide entrepreneurs with opportunities to showcase their products and services, connect with potential customers, and gain valuable market exposure.