What is Youth4Business
Youth4Business is a dynamic initiative from YES, in partnership with Sanlam, that supports small businesses in key sectors including creative, green, and digital. We’re committed to building sustainable livelihoods by integrating youth-owned enterprises into supply chains to unlock new opportunities for youth and drive economic growth.
Social Impact
Through this groundbreaking programme, 60 youth-owned businesses across South Africa’s creative, green, and digital economy sectors will be receiving targeted support to scale and thrive. Leveraging YES’s vast alumni and Implementation Partner (IP) network, we identified high-potential enterprises and are providing them with:
Grant funding to fuel business growth.
Professional accounting & tax services for financial stability
Legal assistance to ensure compliance and protection.
Marketing support to enhance brand visibility
Exclusive access to YES’s corporate network for potential business opportunities
This programme is supported by our implementation partners including YCC, CSA, and RLabs, who provide expertise and mentorship in the creative, green, and digital sectors for sustainable growth through strategic business development
How It Works
By engaging with high-potential SMMEs, your business can unlock new opportunities, strengthen local supply chains, and contribute to sustainable job creation in South Africa.
Fuel Growth. Empower Entrepreneurs. Make a Lasting Impact.
Meet the 60 Game-Changing Youth Owned SMMEs
Explore the full directory of high-impact, youth-owned businesses driving innovation across South Africa’s creative, green, and digital sectors. Discover how they’re reshaping industries and creating sustainable change.
OUR PROGRAMME PARTNERS
This programme is made possible through the support of partners who bring essential experience, networks, and strategic insight to drive sustainable business development and growth.
Get Involved
Partner with us to support emerging enterprises and drive economic growth. By engaging with high-potential SMMEs, your business can unlock new opportunities, strengthen local supply chains, and contribute to sustainable job creation in South Africa.