Fetola is searching for a dynamic and results-oriented Head of Investment Readiness to lead our efforts in empowering SMEs to secure investment. Join our team and make a lasting impact in many entrepreneurs' lives. Find out more and apply here https://zurl.co/DW217 #InvestmentReadiness #SMEs #Entrepreneurship #Fetola #JobOpportunity Azraa Noah | Grant Prince | Busisiwe B. | Isabel du Toit | Nadine October | Chantal Terry | Rachel Phofa
Fetola
Business Consulting and Services
Cape Town, Western Cape 6,103 followers
We build businesses that last
About us
“It’s simple really, we grow the economy and create jobs, by building businesses that last.” Catherine Wijnberg Fetola CEO A thriving small business sector is a national imperative. For the economy, for business and for our national wellbeing. We have to get it right, and by working together we believe we can. Fetola understands the bigger picture. We walk alongside our clients to create lasting positive impact – for people, business and the environment. What sets us apart is a deep understanding of business and the entrepreneurial journey. Fetola are best known for our national accelerators (youth, rural & township, circular economy and social enterprise) - 87% of businesses that graduate from these accelerators are still in business ten years later. This is 9 times the national average and means that these businesses have become anchors in the economy around which other lives can thrive. We recognise the challenges many of our clients face. Our solutions go beyond the BB-BEE Scorecard to provide a full suite of tailored Enterprise and Supplier Development services for corporate and mid-size businesses. Over a thousand small businesses have benefited from our proven capacity building solutions – putting them on a path to lasting success. If you want to scale your impact, and wish to partner with an experienced team that share your values and believe in your future, we would love to hear from you.
- Website
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http://www.fetola.co.za/
External link for Fetola
- Industry
- Business Consulting and Services
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Cape Town, Western Cape
- Type
- Privately Held
- Founded
- 2006
- Specialties
- Enterprise Development, Social and Economic Development, supplier development, Incubator, Accelerator, Sustainability, Social Impact Investment, and Circular Economy
Locations
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Primary
Get directions
25 Gabriel Road
Fetola, First Floor, Block C, Plum Park
Cape Town, Western Cape 7800, ZA
Employees at Fetola
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Anton Ressel
Director @ Anton Ressel Consulting | Head SME Support @ Fetola | Entrepreneur, Mentor, Trainer & Coach
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Berenice Westmore
Founder ♻️ | Consultant | Net Zero Waste | Passionate about Sustainability | MBA Candidate
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Catherine Wijnberg
Forbes Africa 50 over 50 | International Best Selling Author | Founder of Fetola | Building partnerships that solve Africa's triple threat of…
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Brennan Williams
Helping make South Africa a more entrepreneurial place. Supporting startups toward sustainable growth. #Mentor #BusinessAdvisor #Coach #Ideation
Updates
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📣 Get Exclusive Access 🎉 Be one of the first 100 to review The Art of Acceleration on Amazon and unlock access to an exclusive live Q&A webinar with the author, Catherine Wijnberg. Discover the secrets to building a thriving small business sector! 🌟 How to Enter: 1️⃣ Review The Art of Acceleration on Amazon. 2️⃣ Send the screenshot of your review to us via email. More details here: https://lnkd.in/dEmnebm5 ⏳ Hurry! The $0.99 Kindle deal ends 23 January! #TheArtOfAcceleration #BusinessGrowth #SmallBusinessIsBigBusiness #SocialImpact #Fetola #SustainableImpact #BusinessAccelerators Rethink Press | Joe Gregory | Lucy McCarraher | Catherine Wijnberg
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Discover the insights and strategies that have inspired thousands. For a limited time, get your copy of “The Art of Acceleration” for just $0.99 – Offer ends on 23 January 2025! https://lnkd.in/dH4j6rj6 Have you read and enjoyed the book? Share your thoughts by leaving a review on Amazon – it makes all the difference! Rethink Press | Joe Gregory | Lucy McCarraher #TheArtofAcceleration
Forbes Africa 50 over 50 | International Best Selling Author | Founder of Fetola | Building partnerships that solve Africa's triple threat of unemployment, inequality and poverty by building businesses that last
Todays launch day! So excited to share with you this launch special price of my latest book. Written from the heart as my contribution to others that are passionate about creating a thriving small business sector. Please take advantage of the rock bottom launch price and let me know how you enjoy the read. I’ve included anecdotes from my own growth journey and case studies to make it an even more enjoyable read. 😘 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐀𝐫𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐀𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 – 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐁𝐥𝐮𝐞𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐁𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐆𝐫𝐨𝐰𝐭𝐡 Discover the tools and strategies that we have developed to empower thousands of small businesses to thrive. This book is written for the policymaker, enterprise support organization, mentors and impact-driven investor, and offers invaluable insights to drive sustainable SME growth. 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭’𝐬 𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞? 📌 Proven Strategies: Learn the tactics that have propelled countless SMEs to success. 📌 Real-Life Case Studies: Dive into stories of small businesses that scaled against the odds. 📌 Actionable Insights: Gain expertise on the challenges and opportunities in the SME sector. 📌 Accelerator Blueprints: Explore frameworks to build programs that stand the test of time. 📌 Ecosystem Tactics: Master the art of fostering networks that fuel entrepreneurship. 𝐖𝐡𝐲 𝐍𝐨𝐰? For a limited time, The Art of Acceleration is available for just $0.99! Offer valid until 23 January – don't miss your chance to transform your approach to SME growth at this unbeatable price. 👉 Get your copy today: https://lnkd.in/dr6NeNKt #TheArtofAcceleration #SmallBusinessGrowth #Fetola #BusinessSuccess #ImpactInvesting #EconomicEmpowerment #BusinessEcosystems Huge shoutout to book editorial and marketing team Rethink Press Terrena Rathanlall Bridget Wijnberg
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🌟 Exciting News! 🌟 We are thrilled to announce that Busisiwe B. Bebeza has been promoted to Head of Programmes at Fetola. Her journey is an inspiring testament to hard work and dedication, as she initially joined Fetola as an intern nearly 10 years ago and has since excelled in various roles. In her previous position as Programme Manager for the FNB Youth Start-up Accelerator, Busisiwe showcased exceptional leadership and innovation, making a significant impact on the participants and the entrepreneurship community. In her new role, she will be closely collaborating with our COO to oversee all programmes and portfolios, ensuring we continue to drive positive change and achieve our strategic goals. Please join me in congratulating Busisiwe on this well-deserved promotion! 🎉 We are excited to see how she will lead us into the next chapter of success! #Promotion #Leadership #TeamSuccess #Fetola #Inspiration
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Join Fetola and Make a Difference as a Bookkeeping/Accounting Service Provider! Fetola is looking for registered companies offering bookkeeping and accounting services to join our database of trusted service providers. Are you passionate about helping businesses grow and thrive? Apply now for the opportunity to support SMEs across South Africa https://zurl.co/n8a5I Closing date: 29 January 2025 #Hiring #Vacancy #FetolaisGrowing #Apply #Accounting #Bookeeping Rachel Phofa | Lindinkosi Sibanda, PMP® | Sello Martin Matshego | Isabel du Toit | Nadine October | Sibulele Samka |
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Only 8 days left until The Art of Acceleration hits the shelves! Whether you're an investor seeking high-impact returns, a policymaker designing economic strategies, or a consultant building entrepreneurial ecosystems, this book is your ultimate guide to driving transformative change. Join the pre-order waitlist now to get an exclusive sample chapter and an exclusive 48-hour discount code on launch day. Sign up now: https://lnkd.in/d7WrFcAb (The Art of Acceleration launches on Wednesday, 22 January 2025) Catherine Wijnberg Rethink Press #Fetola #TheArtOfAcceleration #CatherineWijnberg #SmallBusinessGrowth #Policy #SmallBusinessIsBigBusiness #YouthEntrepreneurship #Investor #SustainableImpact #Entrepreneurship #BusinessAccelerators #EconomicEmpowerment #BusinessEcosystems #ImpactInvesting
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Are you a dynamic, purpose-driven leader eager to catalyse positive change in the world? Do you possess strong commercial skills and an unwavering passion, intelligence, and drive? If so, Fetola invites you to apply for the role of Head of Commercial in vibrant Cape Town, South Africa. Join our social enterprise team and help scale our impact as leaders in helping people to start, grow and scale successful sustainable small businesses. Start | Scale | Invest 📍 Location: Cape Town 💼 Salary: R70 000 - R80 000 (plus benefits) 🗓 Closing date: 15 January 2025 🔗 Apply now: https://zurl.co/knMKY #LeadershipOpportunity #Fetola #HeadOfCommercial #PurposeDrivenLeadership #FetolaGrowth #Hiring #NPO Catherine Wijnberg | Lisa L Ngcolomba | Lou-Anne Marshall | Azraa Noah | Nadine October | Grant Prince | Isabel du Toit | Sello Martin Matshego | Mahlatse Botopela
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Empowering women isn’t just a moral imperative—it’s an economic one. Women make up 53% of the entrepreneurs we’ve supported at Fetola, creating ripples of impact across communities. The Art of Acceleration delves into their unique journeys, celebrating their resilience and highlighting opportunities for meaningful change. Join the waiting list today to access a free sample chapter and your launch day discount code. Sign up now: https://lnkd.in/d7WrFcAb Catherine Wijnberg Rethink Press #Fetola #TheArtOfAcceleration #CatherineWijnberg #EntrepreneurshipAccelerated #SmallBusinessGrowth #SmallBusinessIsBigBusiness #YouthEntrepreneurship #SustainableImpact #Entrepreneurship #BusinessAccelerators #EconomicEmpowerment #BusinessEcosystems #ImpactInvesting
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Why do so many small businesses struggle to grow their customer base? According to our CEO, Catherine Wijnberg, it’s often a matter of market readiness. Many businesses aren’t yet equipped to meet the expectations of large clients in terms of quality, reliability, and value for money. In today's article, Catherine shares actionable insights on how small businesses can overcome these barriers and thrive. Read the full article and discover how market readiness can unlock growth opportunities: https://bit.ly/4iST5p8 For a deeper dive into proven methods for building supportive ecosystems, join the pre-order list for Catherine’s new book, The Art of Acceleration. Join the list now: https://lnkd.in/d7WrFcAb Rethink Press #Fetola #TheArtOfAcceleration #CatherineWijnberg #EntrepreneurshipAccelerated #SmallBusinessGrowth #Business #SmallBusinessIsBigBusiness #YouthEntrepreneurship #SustainableImpact #Entrepreneurship #BusinessAccelerators #EconomicEmpowerment #BusinessEcosystems #ImpactInvesting
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With youth unemployment in South Africa at a staggering 45.5%, the solution might just lie in entrepreneurship. Programs like the FNB Youth Start-up Accelerator are breaking barriers, empowering young people to turn challenges into thriving businesses. In her latest article, Catherine Wijnberg explores bold initiatives needed to tackle this crisis and highlights the transformative power of entrepreneurship. Read her thought-provoking insights here: https://bit.ly/49IZkrc Want to dive deeper? Sign up today for the waiting list for Catherine’s new book, The Art of Acceleration, and get a complimentary sample chapter plus an exclusive discount code! Join the list now: https://lnkd.in/d7WrFcAb Rethink Press #Fetola #TheArtOfAcceleration #CatherineWijnberg #EntrepreneurshipAccelerated #SmallBusinessGrowth #SmallBusinessIsBigBusiness #YouthEntrepreneurship #SustainableImpact #Entrepreneurship #BusinessAccelerators #EconomicEmpowerment #BusinessEcosystems #ImpactInvesting
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