TEA
Africa
The challenges and opportunities found in South Africa's townships resilience, informal economies, and immense human potential are a mirror for emerging markets across the continent.
Having built the definitive blueprint for township enterprise development here, TEA is now expanding its vision to empower entrepreneurs across Africa.
From South Africa, for Africa:
A Shared Journey
Our 10 year journey has proven one thing: when you provide grassroots entrepreneurs with the right platforms for skills, market access, and funding, they become unstoppable engines of their local economies.
This model is not unique to South Africa. From the bustling markets of Lusaka to the innovative hubs in Windhoek, the spirit of the "kasi" entrepreneur is universal. We see the same drive, the same challenges, and the same incredible opportunity for growth.
Our pan-African vision is to
Share a Proven Blueprint
Adapt and export our successful workshop, pitching, and development models to new countries.
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Build a Continental Network
Create a cross-border ecosystem of entrepreneurs, corporate partners, and investors.
Foster Intra-African Trade
Facilitate connections that allow a small business in Namibia to supply a partner in South Africa, and vice-versa.
Be Part of Africa's Next Great Economic Story
In-Country Corporate Partners
Brands looking to expand their reach and drive their ESD/CSI objectives in new African markets.
Development & Funding Partners
Organizations and foundations committed to supporting pan-African enterprise development.
Local Implementation Partners
Established on-the-ground organizations in our target countries who can help us co-create and deliver impactful programmes.
Our Footprint is Expanding:
The Journey Begins
Our expansion is a phased, strategic process, starting with our neighbours and partners in the SADC region. We are actively building relationships and launching initial programmes in key markets.
Our journey into the continent begins in Namibia. We are laying the groundwork to introduce the Kasi Business Workshop model, collaborating with local partners to tailor our platforms to the unique needs of Namibian entrepreneurs.
Namibia The First Step
Zambia The Next Frontier
Following our work in Namibia, we have identified Zambia as a key market with a thriving informal sector and a hunger for structured enterprise development. Planning is underway to establish a presence and begin community engagement.
Our long-term vision includes creating a powerful SADC-wide entrepreneurial network, leveraging our deep connections and understanding of the region's shared economic landscape.
Botswana, Eswatini, Lesotho & Beyond
Join Us on the Journey Across Africa
The future of African prosperity lies in empowering its grassroots entrepreneurs. If you are a visionary organization ready to invest in this future, let's connect.
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Contact Us to Learn More About Our Vision
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