UWC Centre for Entrepreneurship and Innovation

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! 🚀

20/08/2026

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

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! 👋🔥

19/08/2026

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.

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

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! 👏

05/08/2026

Last week we celebrated the Fellows Leadership & Mentoring Program Certificate Handover, recognizing a remarkable group of graduates who have demonstrated commitment, growth, and resilience throughout their leadership journey.

Congratulations to each graduate on this well-deserved achievement. Your dedication to learning, personal development, and leadership has been inspiring.

As you take the next step in your journey, may you continue to lead with integrity, purpose, and confidence while making a meaningful impact in your communities and beyond.

FellowsProgram ProfessionalGrowth Success

04/08/2026

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Congratulations to Enactus University of the Western Cape on being named second place at the Enactus National Exposition 2026! Your dedication, innovation, and impact continue to make us proud. Well done to the entire team! 👏

30/07/2026

Born to inspire and to move from hope to action through knowledge .

A UWC Enactus team won second place at the 2026 Enactus South Africa Nationals with kitchen appliance rental system addressing student needs.