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The project is targeted at local businesses that centre one or more of the UN’s 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The SDGs include reducing poverty and growing inclusive economic growth and job opportunities.
As part of the Orange Corners Designs programme, participants will gain access to a range of resources and support, including workshops, mentorship, and business development tools.
"The city’s Integrated Development Plan aligns with the SDGs and as such, Orange Corners’ Designs is the ideal initiative for this government to support.
"The focused approach of the programme will include various support and upskilling mechanisms such as workshops, mentorship, and business development tools.
"In addition, those who are selected could also become eligible for prototyping grants and business loans of up to R1m from the Orange Corners Innovation Fund (OCIF),’ says the city’s mayoral committee member for economic growth, Alderman James Vos.
For those accepted onto the programme, the first round of funding available is R56,000 per business (subject to achieving specific milestones):
- A monthly business enabler grant to support operational costs, while you test for growth (over six to nine months)
- A further prototyping grant of up to R32,000, to test and build on key aspects or growth levers of your business
Applications close on Thursday, 20 February 2025. To apply, click here.