The Cape Town Entrepreneurship Academy is a free, online learning platform with practical courses for every stage of your business journey, to support employment and economic opportunities.
The Cape Town Entrepreneurship Academy, an online learning hub supported by the City, offers free, full-time access to courses designed with the real needs of Capetonians in mind. Whether you are a student, aspiring entrepreneur, or seasoned professional, the academy provides accessible, practical content to help you thrive.
Since its launch in November 2022, the academy has delivered expert-led video modules on both business essentials and life skills, ranging from first aid and emotional intelligence to financial longevity and start-up fundamentals. All course completions are certified, and users can engage at their own pace.
This platform complements the City’s suite of support tools, including free Business Hub workshops on topics such as tendering, cost structuring, marketing automation, scaling your operations, and supplier networking.
‘A thriving entrepreneurial ecosystem is key to driving economic growth and employment. Our mission is to make Cape Town the easiest place in South Africa to do business. I invite every Capetonian to explore the academy, discover what interests them, and take the next step in their journey, whether that’s launching their first venture or sharpening existing skills,’ said Alderman James Vos, Mayoral Committee Member for Economic Growth..
Why you should explore the Entrepreneurship Academy:
- Free and self-paced learning, access expert guidance whenever it suits you.
- Life-enriching content, beyond business: boost your emotional intelligence, first aid knowledge, and financial resilience.
- Certificate of completion, a tangible boost for your CV or business profile.
- Supports small business growth, from making budgets to mastering digital marketing and supplier relationships.
Want to start? Visit https://www.thestartuptribe.org/pages/capetown to explore all available courses, or head to The Business Hub for upcoming free workshops.
Let’s build stronger businesses, and a stronger Cape Town, together.
