The SEDA Upington branch together with Airports Company South Africa and Great North Business Incubator hosted a ceremonial event this morning 06 May 2024, to celebrate the completion of training and the handing over of Agro-processing equipment to marginalised entrepreneurs in and around Upington. The event celebrated entrepreneurship amongst the directors and other stakeholders. One of the stakeholders was the Senior Manager of the Dawid Kruiper Municipality Ivan Juries who encouraged and congratulated the participants to turn their dreams into a reality. Participants were set to be awarded certificates and a mobile juicer machine, a crucial tool for starting their small businesses. The event was met with overwhelming positivity from all stakeholders, who expressed gratitude and excitement for the new chapter in their lives. The incubator event demonstrates the power of community-driven initiatives and the transformative impact they can have on those in need.

Journalist: Tasha-Ree Kella
Email: tashakella13@gmail.com