Deadline: 31-Aug-2025
The African Management Institute is seeking applications for Kasipreneur Impact Project (KIP) to equip businesses in the South African township economy with the tools and practices needed to drive growth and expand operations.
KIP is grounded in rigorous research, including studies funded by the Walmart Foundation and conducted by ANDE and the Gordon Institute of Business Science (GIBS), as well as AMI’s extensive on-the-ground experience across South African townships and other African markets.
Over 12 months, Kasipreneurs will learn core entrepreneurial and strategic practices essential for building a thriving business. Participants will attend live workshops and complete courses that focus on attracting new customers and improving marketing efforts; effectively managing finances to boost profit; streamlining operations and implementing new processes to reduce waste; identifying growth strategies and leveraging tools to increase sales; and implementing people management strategies to attract and retain the best talent.
Focus Areas
- Business Habits for Growth
- Customers & Marketing
- Financial Management
- Operations
- People Management
- Strategy & Business Planning
What’s included?
- Their structured 12-month programme develops essential entrepreneurial skills through focused phases. The programme includes:
- 5 Learning Labs facilitated by AMI
- 5 Reflection Pod Sessions facilitated by AMI
- 10 Online courses and several practical business tools
- Access to mobile app for tools that support implementation
- 5 Personal Mastery sessions
Key Outcomes
- Formalization and Compliance
- Entrepreneurs become formally registered and compliant businesses.
- Improved record-keeping and financial administration through basic bookkeeping support.
- Enhanced Business Capability
- Practical tools and methods to increase sales, streamline operations, and boost productivity.
- Development of scalable and sustainable business models.
- Personal Growth and Mindset Shift
- Strengthened entrepreneurial mindset and personal leadership through personal mastery modules.
- Increased confidence and resilience among foodpreneurs.
- Improved Product Quality and Cost Efficiency
- Enhanced food safety, hygiene, and quality standards.
- Reduced operational costs and product waste through technical mentorship.
- Stronger Financial Management and Access to Capital
- Financial literacy and mentorship to instill discipline and resilience.
- Tailored micro-loans for business growth and working capital.
- Industry Exposure and Corporate Learning
- Exclusive access to sponsor-led product masterclasses.
- Deepened understanding of premium product positioning and brand alignment.
- Innovation and Market Expansion
- Exposure to innovation masterclasses that help entrepreneurs diversify offerings and reach new markets.
- Access to Shared Infrastructure
- Opportunities to operate within or leverage a “Dark Kitchen” model for production and delivery scalability.
- Ongoing Mentorship and Support
- Structured 12-month virtual support journey with continuous mentorship and practical implementation guidance.
Eligibility Criteria
- Township-based food entrepreneurs in South Africa
- Owners of small or informal food businesses (e.g. kota shops, food trailers, home-based catering)
For more information, visit AMI.