Application Criteria
Apply for the Fortune Entrepreneur Lab Programme at Fortune Entrepreneur Centre
Fortune Lab, a service of Fortune Entrepreneur, supports individual entrepreneurs, start-ups, and early-stage businesses from proof of concept to scaling and expansion. It provides resources often difficult to access, ensuring business success.
Focused Sectors
Financial Inclusion
Enhancing access to financial services for underserved populations.
Technology and AI
A minimum of a high school diploma or equivalent. Preference may be given to candidates with higher education or relevant certifications.
Healthcare
Developing innovative healthcare services and products.
Renewable Energy and Climate
Promoting sustainable energy solutions and climate action.
Sustainable Food and Agriculture
Advancing sustainable agricultural practices and food production.
Sustainable and Affordable Housing
Creating affordable, eco-friendly housing solutions.
Criteria for Participation
Technology
Readiness
Product/service developed or at prototype stage.
Innovation
Novel technology addressing market needs.
Intellectual Property (IP)
Protectable against competitors.
Entrepreneurial Edge
Self-driven, resilient, committed, and coachable.
Market Potential
Demonstrate business case, value proposition, and competitive advantage.
Strategic Impact and Fit
Align with Fortune Entrepreneur priority sectors.
Address socio-economic challenges (youth and women ownership, job creation, poverty alleviation, economic growth, Township Economic Revitalisation).
Skill Value Addition and Impact by Fortune Entrepreneur
Team with technical and business skills or willing to partner.
Start-up needs aligned with Fortune Entrepreneur service offerings.