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About Youth Entrepreneurship Expo 2025

The Youth Entrepreneurship Expo 2025 is South Africa’s largest national platform dedicated to unlocking economic opportunities for youth-led enterprises. Scheduled for 2–4 October 2025 in Gauteng, the Expo will bring together over 5,000 young entrepreneurs, development partners, corporates, investors, and government stakeholders under one roof for 3 powerful days of action, learning, and access. This high-impact Expo aims to address persistent barriers that youth face in starting and growing businesses including access to funding, compliance support, financial tools, mentorship, and markets. Through a blend of exhibitions, masterclasses, live business services, and policy dialogue, the Expo serves as a launchpad for youth driven economic transformation. Key Highlights: • Youth City: 500+ youth-owned businesses exhibiting across sectors • Pitch Arena: Live business pitch competitions with R250,000+ in prizes • Compliance & Finance Pavilion: Access to CIPC, SARS, UIF, COIDA, SEDA, and banks • Sponsor Town: Corporate procurement and B2B access for youth SMMEs • Student Town & Startup Clinics: Resources for campus-based and first time entrepreneurs • Inclusion Pavilion: Dedicated space for women, LGBTQIA+, rural, and disabled youth • Y20 Policy Simulation & Debate: Youth engage in global-level policy development • Gala Dinner (2 October): Exclusive networking with government and private sector leaders Purpose: To connect, equip, and elevate the next generation of entrepreneurs, job creators, and innovators, while building meaningful partnerships across sectors that can scale youth economic participation in South Africa.

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