OUTCOMES
OUR VISION, MISSION AND VALUES UNDERPIN OUR ACTIVITIES TO BRING OUT THE INNER STRENGTH, CHARACTER AND HIDDEN POTENTIAL OF YOUNG AFRICAN PEOPLE THROUGH EDUCATION, CAPACITY BUILDING AND COACHING.
ManziPreneur Ideation Incubator Programme
OUTPUTS
300
youth subscribed to programme
200
participants completed programme (8% attrition)
6
month programme implementation
6
e-learning modules on Academy platform
6
weekly group online coaching sessions (90min)
6
virtual masterclasses with industry experts
65
submissions for business pitch competition
5
top graduates awarded cash prizes
OUTCOMES
General participant feedback
9/10 Overall rating in survey of 260 graduates
99% Rated all three project components as impactful
97% Were overall happy with online Green Economy Academy experience
77% Weighted average of post-test quiz results for all six Academy modules
91% Used GrowthWheel business development tool with success
95% Were satisfied with ease of interaction in coaching
99% Found masterclasses useful for hearing real accounts from successful entrepreneurs
94% Reported increased interest in becoming an entrepreneur or intrapreneur
99% Would recommend programme to peers
Intended benefits for the community
In terms of ideation, 96% of participants believed their business would benefit their community in one
or more of the following ways:
Solve an environmental issue (29%)
Create employment (18%)
Improve access to drinking water (39%)
Improve access to sanitation (5%)
Improve food security (8%)
Other (2%)
Coaching impact
New knowledge and skills acquired for:
Crafting a problem statement (95%)
Developing business mission and vision (99%)
Doing market research (93%)
Creating a business idea & profile (98%)
Developing a pitch (90%)
Understanding how to start a business (99%)
Understanding steps to register a business (91%)
Understanding legal business’ tax obligations (74%)
Understanding business ownership models (90%)
Understanding how to become investment-ready (84%)
Choosing appropriate legal entity for business idea (86%)
Using GrowthWheel tools to help develop business plan (94%)
Using Strategyzer's Business Model Canvas (82%)
Using a 30-60-90 Day action plan (88%)
Intrapreneurial skills gained
85% High increase in self-confidence in seeking jobs in water/green sectors
76% Reported an expanded job-search spectrum post programme
92% Believe intrapreneurial skills gained made them more employable
69% Reported increased networking thanks to the programme
35% Had job interviews since January 2022, 43% programme related
A few 2022 participant testimonials
“This program helped me structure my business idea in a practical way and make each step achievable. It has connected us with successful business founders who have walked a similar path as us which helps us walk our own.”
“This programme brought GrowthWheel to put my business idea into reality and coaching from entrepreneurs brought some light to my business idea because they were telling us reality through their products or company missions.”
“This is a great programme for unemployed graduates. It adds to the skills and knowledge with the training and tools like GrowthWheel, the coaching sessions, green academy, and masterclasses. Graduates also get exposed to experts in the field, grow connections, and can be in the watergep.co.za database, increasing your chances of sourcing permanent employment.”
“The programme taught me business management and the importance of being committed to the process. I learned a lot about energy production and how energy and water are related.”
Youth Ignite! Green Careers Development Programme
OUTPUTS
50
youth subscribed to programme
34
participants completed programme (32% attrition)
6
month business accelerator programme
6
podcasts on green economy topics
6
weekly group online coaching sessions (90min)
6
virtual masterclasses with sector professionals
1
business pitch and plan competition
5
top graduates awarded cash prizes
OUTCOMES
General participant feedback
9/10 Overall rating in survey of 22 graduates
100% Changed their ideas about potential of entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship
100% Reported gaining green economy skills that make them more employable
100% Received help to develop business idea at ideation phase
76% Found Green Economy e-learning modules very impactful
67% Found group coaching sessions very impactful
62% Found masterclasses very impactful
100% Would recommend programme to fellow unemployed graduate/youth
Benefits to participants
Improved academic skills through increased green vocabulary
Better understanding of environmental issues affecting country
Enhanced ability to identify and address social and environmental challenges in local communities
Development of entrepreneurial skills to start green businesses or participate in green economy
Development of grassroots leadership skills and empowerment to drive change
Motivation to adopt lifelong learning about human interaction with environment
A few 2022 participant testimonials
“It was a very insightful and an awesome programme. The programme allowed me to position myself in my organisation better. It is worth the investment in yourself to take a programme like this to improve your performance in business and life.”
“I have gained humongous exposure in the green economy development programme and well informed of various aspects shaping that and possible solutions to resolve issues of climate change.”
“I have learnt a lot of business skills and information on how to handle the business, especially if you are just a starter.”
Our vision, mission and values underpin our activities to bring out the inner strength, character and hidden potential of young African men and women through capacity building and training, and year of support and mentoring.
OUTPUTS
150+
BUSINESS START UPS
1500+
YOUTH RECEIVED CONTINUED EDUCATION
5000+
YOUTH RECEIVED LIFE SKILLS TRAINING
4881
YOUTH RECEIVED WORKPLACE TRAINING IN SA
5000+
YOUTH RECEIVED TRAINING TO BECOME ENTREPRENEURS
2000+
YOUTH RECEIVED JOB PLACEMENT
