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Building businesses that last.

Creating economiesthat thrive.

Purpose-led entrepreneurs are driving South Africa’s growth, creating jobs, strengthening communities and shaping a more inclusive future. Fetola supports MSMEs (micro, small and medium enterprises, still commonly known in South Africa as SMEs), with proven accelerators, investment-readiness support and a ladder of affordable catalytic finance solutions that help small-business leaders start, grow and scale sustainably.

Join us as we empower the leaders that are shaping tomorrow’s economy, businesses that are people-friendly, planet-positive and profitable.

Together, we can Fetola (change) the world.

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annual growth in sme turnover

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Annual growth in SME businesses

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Long-term business survival rate

Higher survival than national average

Sustained jobs

Transforming theSmall Business Ecosystem

Diverse people empower diverse businesses. Our track record shows that when entrepreneurs from different backgrounds, sectors and communities are supported with the right tools, they build businesses that create lasting, generational impact. 

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Find Your Place

Together, these thriving businesses form a stronger, more inclusive SME ecosystem,  one in which entrepreneurs and partners each play a vital role. Whether you’re building a growing enterprise or enabling the success of others, there’s a place for you in shaping South Africa’s economic future.

Where do you fit in with Fetola?

For Entrepreneurs (SMEs) 

Are you an entrepreneur with big ambitions? Discover how we can help you build a resilient, scalable business that leaves a lasting legacy. 

Benchmark your business

For Partners 

Are you an organisation committed to growing Africa’s economy? Partner with us to strengthen the SME ecosystem and unlock meaningful, measurable impact. 

Partner with us

Got Questions?

Here are the most common ones we hear from entrepreneurs and partners.

We work with micro, small and medium enterprises (MSMEs) across South Africa that have the potential and ambition to grow, regardless of sector.

No, whether you're early-stage or scaling, our programmes meet you where you are and help you take the next step.

Start by benchmarking your business. It's a simple way to understand your strengths and identify where we can help you grow.

We collaborate with impact investors and small business ecosystem stakeholders committed to job creation and economic growth.

From programme funding to catalytic finance initiatives, we co-design solutions that strengthen SMEs and deliver measurable impact.

Our accelerators and finance pathways are supported by rigorous monitoring and evaluation systems that track growth, jobs, resilience and long-term outcomes.

Alumni Testimonials

“Overall this is a great program and has already transformed me and my businesses in unimaginable ways. My thinking has changed and therefore my world has changed.”

– Kgomotso Madi, Madi Lucent

Circular Economy Accelerator (CEA)

Alumni Testimonials

“The programme is holistic catering for both business and the well being of an individual – more like a big brother looking out for you. Words cannot express my gratitude. I am already paying it forward to other entrepreneurs sharing the knowledge gained from SEIL.”

– Thulisile Dlamini, Ikusasa Tech

FNB Social Entrepreneurship Impact Lab™ (SEIL)

Alumni Testimonials

“Because you showed understanding, the interventions and activities translated to the participants even when we least understood. The work you did and the impact you had on us can NEVER be undone. These are life lessons and business lessons that we can never forget.”

– Vumande Mjanyelwa, Apocalipsis

FNB Youth Startup Accelerator (YSA)

Alumni Testimonials

“If I had not come across YSA by Fetola, I would probably still be sitting on my idea, stuttering at people. But today I’m facing the business world with a hungry glance and ready to pitch my business anywhere in the world. In 5 years I’ll look back with an enormous amount of success.”

– Lieketseng Lecheko, Jobzarket Co 

FNB Youth Startup Accelerator (YSA)

Alumni Testimonials

“Fetola has really improved our lives, not only in business but personally. We value networking more, due diligence more, being entrepreneurs more. Being a Circular economist is satisfying – we are now able to look at other circularity opportunities in our endeavours.”

– Phethuxolo Ngoyi, Vanquisher Building Solutions

Circular Economy Accelerator (CEA)

Alumni Testimonials

“The Fetola team is helpful, friendly and willing to assist. I didn’t feel judged for not knowing what I was doing. The SEIL programme brought me back on track – it brought the best out of entrepreneurs who didn’t realize they are standing on a mountain of value.”

– Labani Mgimeti, Hiteka Projects

FNB Social Entrepreneurship Impact Lab™ (SEIL)

Alumni Testimonials

“This program has helped me tremendously in all aspects of my life. We’ve identified problems we didn’t know we had and solved them. Our business has grown just with the knowledge we’ve received. I have no doubt we will grow exponentially with the support we get.”

– Mohammed Rishaad Joosab, Plastimed Packaging

SABF Tholoana Enterprise Programme

Alumni Testimonials

“They not only teach business skills but offer grant funding to implement what we learn as we go. The mentors are invested in what we do – you can tell they’ve done research and understand the gaps in our businesses. They felt like family, always cheering for us!”

– Nompumelelo Kubheka, Field Tech Drone Inspection

FNB Youth Startup Accelerator (YSA)

Alumni Testimonials

“I now know the value I carry within my business. I have more passion with how my team has stuck with me through tough times. Thank you Fetola for this great platform. I have really gained leadership skills through this program.”

– Chantelle De Bruyn, Buttercup Farmhouse

SABF Tholoana Enterprise Programme

Alumni Testimonials

“They are the best in the game because they actually partner with your business and are with you in every step. I am grateful for this program – it has boosted my confidence and the vision I now have for the business is crystal clear.”

– Lerato Shongwe, LM Multi Solutions

SABF Tholoana Enterprise Programme

Alumni Testimonials

“You helped me start my own business and gave me the resources, skills and connections to further myself. There are limited job roles for designer-makers in our country, but now I don’t have to wait to be employed anymore. Thank you for changing my life.”

– Phumla Makhoba, Studio Phumla

FNB Youth Startup Accelerator (YSA)

Alumni Testimonials

“Walking with us holding hands and appointing mentors to support us. They never left us in the ditch by ourselves. This programme is brilliant and we learned a lot.”

– Martha G.K. Mosiane, Kgetho Training & Consulting

FNB Social EntrepreneurshipImpact Lab™ (SEIL)

Our Partners

Old friends and new collaborators

By partnering with innovative companies and organisations that share our vision we’ve been able to multiply our impact.

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