Our programmes

Three programmes, one goal: productive entrepreneurs

Everything the Forum runs sits under training and compliance, supplier development and linkages, or Youth Wing development.

Programme 01

Training & Compliance

Practical business skills, management courses and an accounting, tax and compliance desk that keeps member businesses in good standing.

What members get

  • Business skills manuals and management training
  • Company registration, tax and CIPC compliance support
  • Bookkeeping, costing and pricing guidance
  • Tender and quotation readiness

Programme 02

Supplier Development & Linkages

Partnerships with government, agencies, corporates and embassies that turn into real contracts, subcontracts and market access for members.

What members get

  • Localised procurement and outsourcing to member enterprises
  • B-BBEE participation for start-up SMMEs
  • Sector clusters that bid and deliver together
  • Opportunity, bid and quotation alerts for members

Programme 03

Youth Wing Development

Career guidance, job readiness, skills development and entrepreneurship support for young people across our communities.

What members get

  • Career development, advice and counselling
  • CVs, cover letters, online applications and interview skills
  • Learnerships, internships and bursaries
  • Mentorship, coaching, incubation and product development

Delivered through our business clusters

Construction
Tourism
Agriculture and Farming
NGOs and NPOs
Franchise
Wholesale and Supermarket
Distribution
Social Security
Transport and Logistics
Security and Cleaning
Manufacturing
Youth Wing Development