Welcome to the SATSA Tourism Business Incubator, where innovation and success converge.
In May 2022, following the SATSA Annual Conference, we launched a pioneering initiative to empower emerging tourism entrepreneurs. Our Enterprise and Supplier Development (ESD) service enables SATSA members to support up-and-coming businesses, facilitating their contribution towards the enterprise development (ED) and supplier development (SD) components of the B-BBEE scorecard.
Join us as a key player in the tourism industry's future, helping to cultivate the next wave of leaders. Our program, designed with agility and efficiency in mind, connects members and partners within a supportive network, ensuring high-impact assistance for all involved.
The inaugural year of the programme witnessed remarkable achievements, securing R5,5 million in enterprise and supplier development funding. This significant financial contribution led to an astounding increase in the monthly turnover of the top three incubatees by over R750,000, coupled with the creation of more than 20 new jobs.
Developed in collaboration with Sigma International, the Business Incubation program is tailored to drive transformation within the tourism sector, guided by our commitment to Access, Inclusivity, and Diversity. Participants in this program will find a wealth of resources, networking opportunities, and expert guidance, setting the stage for their success in the vibrant tourism marketplace.
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Member Partners
We are proud to list our current partners as follows:
Beneficiaries
Currently, over 30 beneficiaries are funded by our member partners.
Incubatee businesses are new enterprises and/or current suppliers and vary across sectors, from tourism services to waste management, furniture manufacturing, sweet manufacturing, and even a business that repurposes used linen into school uniforms for underprivileged children.
By engaging the services of our beneficiaries, you can rest assured that you are partnering with a reputable and supported business.
View business profiles and contact them directly by clicking on the links below.
Accommodation
Gauteng
Gauteng
Accommodation - Camping & Outdoor Experience
Accommodation - Bed & Breakfast
Contact Karabo Sepharatla
Contact Jacob Motlamme
Cleaning Services
Gauteng
Gauteng
Cleaning Services - Industrial Laundry Services
Cleaning Services - Grease Trap Services
Contact Pamela Mphuthi
Contact Siya Sigcau
View Profile Gauteng
Gauteng
Cleaning Services - Waste Refusal
Cleaning Services - Cleaning and Sanitising
Contact Koketso Sekete
Contact Wanda Sowazi
Construction
KwaZulu-Natal
Construction
Contact Zama Mpanza
Design
Gauteng
KwaZulu-Natal
Design Interior - Interior Design
Design Interior - Carpeting & Upholstery
Contact Ashok Narsai
Contact Michael Majola
Top Class Landscaping Projects
Gauteng
Gauteng
Design Interior- Upholstery & Cushions
Design Exterior - Landscaping & Gardening
Contact Anna Ramokoka
Contact Solomon Phungwayo
Food & Beverage
Gauteng
KwaZulu-Natal
Food & Beverage - Coffee
Food & Beverage - Sweets & Chocolates
Contact Buhle Magwentshu
Contact Thejes Khan
Meropa Casino Banqueting
Limpopo
Gauteng
Food & Beverage - Events Banqueting
Food & Beverage - Fresh Produce (fruit, vegetables, milk & eggs)
Contact Thidiela Zwotea
Contact Terrence Maluke
Gauteng
Food & Beverage - Artisan Ice-Cream, Frozen Food & Beverages
Contact Roshni Morar
Health Tourism
Western Cape
Health Tourism - Hospitality, Wellness, Travel & Tourism
Contact Noli Mini
Manufacturing
Bloom Afrika Skills Academy
Western Cape
Gauteng
Manufacturing - Linen Products (circular economy)
Manufacturing - Signage Manufacturers
Contact Danolene Johanssen
Contact Selby Nkosi
Gauteng
Manufacturing - Hand Crafted & Painted Curios
Contact Alex Banda
Security Services
Gauteng
KwaZulu-Natal
Security Services
Security Services
Contact Edith Mahabo
Contact Derrick Moseiea
Tour Operator & Transport
Gauteng
Gauteng
Tour Operator - Transport and Tours
Transport
Contact Gabriel Chauke
Contact Ashley Liddle
KwaZulu-Natal
KwaZulu-Natal
Tour Operator
Tour Operator - Cultural tours and tour guide
Contact Andile Kleinbooi
Contact Xolani Gina
Western Cape
Mpumalanga
Tour Operator and Destination Management Company
Tour Operator
Contact Sabu Siyaka
Contact Dzunisani Hlongwane
KwaZulu-Natal
KwaZulu-Natal
Tour Operator with wheels
Tour Operator
Contact Vishal Govind
Contact Zaithoon Maziya
Support Offered
Business incubation support, facilitated by Sigma International, is based on in-depth needs assessments and includes, amongst others:
- Assistance with financial record-keeping and management accounts
- Business linkages and market access support
- Assistance with funding plans and facilitation of business funding
- Business and marketing mentorship
- Zoom Couch sessions and Fireside Chats with Guest Speakers (for example Robbie Brozin, Co-Founder of Nandos)
Sigma International utilises a partnership model of support, with key business support partners including SAICA ED, PUM Netherlands Senior Experts Programme (technical business support such as Solar Energy Coaching), and others.
Getting Involved
Should you wish to partner on what we hope will become the largest network of Tourism Business Incubators, starting with the National Department of Tourism and having been adopted by FEDHASA and ASATA, please contact us as follows:
Akash Sign, Sigma International - akash@sigmaintl.co.za
Hannelie du Toit, SATSA – hannelie@satsa.co.za
