Frequently Asked Questions

Innovative Entrepreneurs is a registered South African non-profit company focused on job creation, youth development, inclusive economic growth, and sustainability through innovation, collaboration, and local market access.

The organisation builds bridges between the private sector, government, and civil society by creating innovative work hubs, hosting high-impact events, and advancing economic empowerment aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

No, it is an independent, registered non-profit company (NPC) that works collaboratively with government agencies, corporates, and community organisations.

These are hands-on workspaces where youth, women, and persons with disabilities gain real-world experience in industries like carpentry, media, agriculture, and arts.

Industries include:

• Carpentry & woodworking

• Urban farming and agriculture

• Radio broadcasting & podcasting

• Film, media & multimedia

• Creative and performing arts

• Corporate gifting and branded merchandise

Young people (especially unemployed graduates), women, and persons with disabilities are prioritised. However, applications are welcome from all South African citizens who are passionate about skills development.

Visit the Innovative Entrepreneurs website and check for open applications or contact the team directly through the contact page.

Event announcements and registration links are available on the website’s Events section and social media channels.

Yes. Innovative Entrepreneurs collaborates with global institutions such as the South African Chamber UK, embassies, trade commissions, and multinational firms.

Absolutely. Corporates can co-host events, fund hubs, provide skills training, or collaborate on ESG-aligned social investment initiatives.

Contact the team directly via the Contact Us page to discuss tailored partnership options.

Yes, the organisation welcomes global partners interested in development, education, skills transfer, and economic inclusion in Africa.

Yes. As a registered non-profit, the organisation can issue Section 18A certificates for qualifying donations.

Secure donation options are listed on the website at the top of the page. You may contribute via EFT, sponsorship, or in-kind support (e.g., materials, tech, media equipment).

Every contribution helps fund training, events, infrastructure for the hubs, and inclusion programmes that benefit vulnerable and underserved communities.

Through skills training, mentorship, work experience hubs, and entrepreneurship development tailored for unemployed graduates and school leavers.

Innovative Entrepreneurs offers workshops, networking events, and work hubs that prioritise women’s participation in growth sectors.

Yes. The organisation is committed to disability inclusion through accessible hubs, inclusive employment strategies, and targeted training programmes.

Visit the Contact section to sign up as a mentor, facilitator, speaker, or campaign ambassador.

Yes. The organisation offers internship placements for students studying media, agriculture, marketing, and development studies.

Follow us on social media or regularly visit the News & Reports page on the website.

You can view updates, announcements, and event recaps on the News section.

Reach out through the Contact Us page and include your media outlet, deadline, and topic of interest.

Headquartered in South Africa, the organisation operates hubs and events across multiple provinces with a national footprint.

The company has been active since the early 2010s, with a steadily growing network of partners and beneficiaries.

Yes. Partnering with Innovative Entrepreneurs contributes to your company’s B-BBEE scorecard under socio-economic development and skills development.