Raymond Ackerman Academy of Entrepreneurial Development Programme – Applications Open!

About the Opportunity:

Are you a young hustler with big entrepreneurial dreams? The Raymond Ackerman Academy invites youth from South Africa and SADC countries to apply for a six-month, full-time online entrepreneurship programme hosted by the Johannesburg Business School (UJ).

This is your chance to gain powerful tools, real-world knowledge, mentorship, and credibility to help you start, grow, or formalize your hustle into a sustainable business. The programme is 100% fully sponsored (valued at R35,000) and includes workshops, expert sessions, and pitch competitions.

Who Can Apply:

• Ages 18–35

• Reside in South Africa or SADC region

• Available full-time for 6 months

• Have a business idea or already running a hustle

• Matric certificate, or equivalent experience

• Passionate about business & personal growth

What You’ll Gain:

✅ Entrepreneurship and business skills

✅ Pitching & business plan development

✅ UJ-accredited certificate (NQF4 equivalent)

✅ Full tuition scholarship (R35,000 sponsored)

✅ Entry into the RAA Mentorship Programme (RAAMP)

✅ Access to networking & future business support

✅ Tools to scale your hustle or get job-ready

✅ Personal development and mindset growth

Sponsors:

Deadline:

15 June 2025

For more information, please click on the link below:

JBSCE Programmes | Johannesburg Business School (JBS)

Contact Details:

Ms Vongani Manganye

Tel:  +27 (0)11 559 1778

Email:  ujcfe@uj.ac.za