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Social Enterprise Forum on Africa '25

Thu, 27 Nov

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Berea

This year’s theme, Scaling Impact: From Measurement to Systemic Change, will explore strategies to scale impact, mobilize funding, build partnerships, and create sustainable ecosystems for social enterprises across Africa.

Social Enterprise Forum on Africa '25
Social Enterprise Forum on Africa '25

Time & Location

27 Nov 2025, 08:30 – 17:00 SAST

Berea, Durban Botanical Gardens, Musgrave, Berea, 4001, South Africa

About the event

The Social Enterprise Forum on Africa 2025 builds on the success of previous forums, particularly the 2024 theme, Measuring and Communicating Impact. As social enterprises increasingly demonstrate their value in addressing social, economic, and environmental challenges, there is a growing need to move beyond impact measurement and embed social change into systems and policies.


This year’s theme, Scaling Impact: From Measurement to Systemic Change, will explore strategies to scale impact, mobilize funding, build partnerships, and create sustainable ecosystems for social enterprises across Africa. The forum will bring together entrepreneurs, investors, policymakers, and ecosystem enablers to discuss actionable pathways for embedding impact into governance structures, markets, and policies.

Tickets

  • General Admission

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    14 Nov, 17:00 SAST

    This ticket includes all meals, conference materials and parking

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Bukelani Institute

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Tel. 083 534 7637

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Focus: Arts, culture, and creative entrepreneurship

 

ArTour

  • Nationwide arts and culture tour engaging learners and creatives

  • Creative workshops and exhibitions in all nine provinces

 

CultureFest

  • Annual festival showcasing music, dance, theatre, and visual arts

  • Provides a platform for emerging creatives and cultural entrepreneurs

  • Integrates workshops, competitions, and performances to enhance visibility and skills

 

Impact:

  • Support for emerging creatives

  • Growth of creative enterprises

  • Increased cultural engagement and community participation

ArtTour & CultureFest

Focus: Social enterprise development and entrepreneurship
Target Constituents: Aspiring and existing social entrepreneurs, youth

 

Key Activities:

  • Business planning and financial management workshops

  • Design thinking and innovation sessions

  • Mentorship and networking

  • Pitching and enterprise showcase events

 

Impact:

  • Creation of sustainable social enterprises

  • Enhanced entrepreneurial and leadership skills

  • Increased access to funding and market opportunities

Innovating 4 Impact

Focus: Maritime education, biodiversity, and coastal community empowerment
Target Constituents: Community members, maritime educators, local government, traditional authorities

 

Key Activities:

  • Communities of practice for collaboration

  • Accredited maritime and biodiversity training

  • Coastal conservation and biodiversity initiatives

  • Mentorship and enterprise support linked to oceans economy

 

Impact:

  • Skilled and empowered coastal communities

  • Improved coastal ecosystem management

  • Enhanced sustainable livelihood opportunities

  • Creation of local Oceans Champions

Oceans Champions

Bukelani School for Society offers transformative programmes designed to equip learners, entrepreneurs, and community members with practical skills, innovation capacity, and enterprise-building capabilities.

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Skills & Enterprise Programmes: 

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  • Social Enterprise Programmes​

  • Measuring & Communicating Impact Programme (10 weeks)

  • Social Finance Programme (10 weeks)

  • Agro-Ecology Programme (12 weeks)

  • Bioprospecting, Biotrade & Essential Oils Programme (12 weeks)

  • Oceans & Coasts Social Enterprise Programme (12 weeks)

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School for Society

Focus: Community development, skills training, and sustainable livelihoods
Target Constituents: Community members, youth, women, local leaders


Key Activities:

  • Vocational skills workshops (agriculture, trades, crafts)

  • Community-led projects and cooperative initiatives

  • Mentorship and networking

  • Environmental and biodiversity awareness campaigns      

 

Impact:

  • Strengthened community engagement and social cohesion

  • Enhanced livelihood opportunities

  • Practical skills development for sustainable economic participation

Community Roots

Focus: Biodiversity, environmental stewardship, and agro-ecology
Target Constituents: High school learners, educators, community members


Key Activities:

  • School and community gardens

  • Invasive species management

  • Biodiversity and environmental education workshops

  • Community engagement and reflection

 

Impact:

  • Improved environmental literacy

  • Sustainable community and school gardens

  • Development of eco-conscious leaders

Green Roots

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