// Anglo American Zimele //
AAZ Women Youth Start-Up Boot Camp: Kolomela
Anglo American Zimele, in partnership with Sigma International, invites local women entrepreneurs and aspiring business owners in Tourism, Agriculture and Agri-processing, Construction, Retail and Services, Manufacturing, Mining Support, Logistics, and Renewable Energy to apply for the Women & Youth Start-Up Boot Camp for Kumba Iron Ore host communities of Kolomela in the Northern Cape.
Programme Focus
Start-Up Boot Camp
Closing Date
7 July 2026
Location
Kolomela Host Communities
- Build practical skills in business ideation, planning, and entrepreneurship fundamentals.
- Develop your Business Model Canvas tailored to your sector and local community needs.
- Access virtual training, in-person workshops, and continuous support.
- Connect with fellow entrepreneurs, industry partners, and the Zimele Hub network.
- Participate in a pitching session for a chance to secure seed capital and launch your venture.
- Walk away with confidence, clarity, and a tangible business plan.
This call relates to Kumba Iron Ore host communities of Kolomela in the Northern Cape, covering:
- Tsantsabane Local Municipality
- Kgatelopele Local Municipality
- Griekwastad Local Municipality
- New or aspiring business, less than 1 year old or not yet registered, in Tourism, Agriculture and Agri-processing, Construction, Retail and Services, Manufacturing, Mining Support, Logistics, or Renewable Energy.
- Minimum 51% Black South African female-owned/entrepreneur.
- Must be less than 35 years old.
- Located in the relevant Kumba Iron Ore host communities in the Northern Cape.
- Entrepreneurs must be willing to participate in sessions, mentorship, and a pitching process.
- Strong commitment to growth and sustainability, with preference for youth.
Women, youth, and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
- Applications close: 7 July 2026
- Submit your application and all supporting documents online.
- For queries, contact merinda@sigmaintl.co.za.
This high-impact initiative is designed to build business confidence, refine concepts, and provide practical support to turn ideas into sustainable businesses through skills, resources, networks, and continuous support.
Kolomela Bootcamp Applications
Apply and upload your documents online.
// Anglo American Zimele //
AAZ Women Youth Start-Up Boot Camp: Sishen
Anglo American Zimele, in partnership with Sigma International, invites local women entrepreneurs and aspiring business owners in Tourism, Agriculture and Agri-processing, Construction, Retail and Services, Manufacturing, Mining Support, Logistics, and Renewable Energy to apply for the Women & Youth Start-Up Boot Camp for Kumba Iron Ore host communities of Sishen in the Northern Cape.
Programme Focus
Start-Up Boot Camp
Closing Date
7 July 2026
Location
Sishen Host Communities
- Build practical skills in business ideation, planning, and entrepreneurship fundamentals.
- Develop your Business Model Canvas tailored to your sector and local community needs.
- Access virtual training, in-person workshops, and continuous support.
- Connect with fellow entrepreneurs, industry partners, and the Zimele Hub network.
- Participate in a pitching session for a chance to secure seed capital and launch your venture.
- Walk away with confidence, clarity, and a tangible business plan.
This call relates to Kumba Iron Ore host communities of Sishen in the Northern Cape, covering:
- Gamagara Local Municipality
- Ga-Segonyana Local Municipality
- Joe Morolong Local Municipality
- New or aspiring business, less than 1 year old or not yet registered, in Tourism, Agriculture and Agri-processing, Construction, Retail and Services, Manufacturing, Mining Support, Logistics, or Renewable Energy.
- Minimum 51% Black South African female-owned/entrepreneur.
- Must be less than 35 years old.
- Located in the relevant Kumba Iron Ore host communities in the Northern Cape.
- Entrepreneurs must be willing to participate in sessions, mentorship, and a pitching process.
- Strong commitment to growth and sustainability, with preference for youth.
Women, youth, and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply.
- Applications close: 7 July 2026
- Submit your application and all supporting documents online.
- For queries, contact merinda@sigmaintl.co.za.
This high-impact initiative is designed to build business confidence, refine concepts, and provide practical support to turn ideas into sustainable businesses through skills, resources, networks, and continuous support.
Sishen Bootcamp Applications
Apply and upload your documents online.
