Empowering Women, Youth & Disabled Entrepreneurs
Building Skills, Creating Jobs, Strengthening Communities
SA Imbokodo supports practical training, business growth, and access to markets — helping members earn, employ, and lead.
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About Us
Building Skills, Creating Livelihoods
SA Imbokodo is a registered non-profit (294-353 NPO) that helps women, youth, and people with disabilities earn income through skills training, mentorship, and enterprise support. We focus on practical development in areas like agriculture, craft, fashion, and small business. Our programs are built to remove barriers, connect people to real opportunity, and support long-term independence.
Through collaboration with universities, industry partners, and government, we offer more than training—we connect our members to real markets, funding opportunities, and professional networks. Every person we support moves one step closer to financial stability, stronger communities, and a future shaped by their own efforts.
What We Do
Practical Support That Builds Independence
We focus on actions that create income, build businesses, and open access to long-term opportunity — especially for those often left out of the formal economy.
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Skills Development
Training in leatherwork, agriculture, digital tools, and small business management — tailored to industry standards and local needs.
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Enterprise Support
Mentorship, business coaching, and incubation to help members launch and grow income-generating ventures.
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Market Access
Exhibitions, trade platforms, and supply chain partnerships that connect small producers to buyers and growth opportunities.
Why It Matters
Support That Reaches Beyond Training
Mentorship With Purpose
Each participant is matched with a mentor who offers guidance, listens, and supports their progress from learning to earning.
Advocacy That Drives Change
We raise real voices in policy discussions, making sure laws and funding reflect the challenges faced by the people we serve.
Community That Uplifts
From shared tools to emotional support, our members work together — helping each other stay in business and stay connected.
Where We Focus
Programs That Deliver Practical Results
Our work spans multiple sectors, but the goal stays the same: help people gain the skills, tools, and support to participate in the economy — and improve their lives.
Training & Skills
Workshops and technical programs focused on trades, business skills, and production quality — aligned with real industry needs.
Business Growth
Support for startups and small businesses through mentorship, incubation, and access to networks and resources.
Exhibitions & Trade
We connect SMEs to markets by organizing and supporting participation in trade shows and product showcases.
Community Support
We work on the ground to meet local needs, from school-based volunteering to food relief and project coordination.
Our Work in Action
Recent Projects, Training & Community Impact
We support economic participation through hands-on support, skills transfer, and on-the-ground programs. Here’s a look at some of our recent highlights.
Projects: Rand Easter Show (April 2025)
In partnership with Mpumalanga’s Department of Culture, Sports and Recreation and the dtic, SAIA supported six SMEs to exhibit at the Rand Easter Show. Products ranged from handmade fashion to leather goods.
Results:
Sales between R30,000–R60,000
One SME secured a R61,000 order
800+ customer interactions and B2B leads
High visibility and strong cultural branding
Training: Handbag Workshop with Arsutoria
SAIA and SAFLEC co-hosted training by Milan’s Arsutoria School in Cape Town (May 2024). Participants learned advanced bag design, materials handling, and finishing techniques to prepare for global markets.
Technical Input: FP&MSETA Skills Programs
SAIA contributed to shaping national training programs for General Goods, ensuring they meet real industry needs. Focus areas included:
Cutting & Material Handling (NQF 2)
Quality Control
Finishing & Fabrication
These programs improve efficiency, compliance, and SME competitiveness.
Community: Meals on Wheels Support (Mamelodi)
SAIA arranged a community service experience for a Grade 12 student, promoting volunteerism and basic project skills. The initiative supported both youth development and the work of Meals on Wheels in Mamelodi.
Ready to Work Together?
Let’s Create Real Opportunity
Whether you want to join a program, start a partnership, or support our mission — we’d like to hear from you.
Join the Movement
Empower Change. Build Futures.
Become part of a network that supports skills, growth, and inclusion. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, mentor, or supporter, your involvement matters.
FAQs
Answers to Common Questions
We empower women, youth, and people with disabilities through skills training and
education to improve their livelihoods.
Women, young people, and individuals with disabilities from marginalized communities.
We prioritize those most in need, often working with community partners and referrals.
We provide vocational, digital, entrepreneurial, and life skills training tailored to each
group’s needs.
Our programs are mostly free or low-cost, ensuring accessibility for all participants.
Through donations, grants, partnerships, and fundraising initiatives.
People can volunteer their time, donate resources, or help spread awareness.
We have successfully trained hundreds of individuals who have gained employment or
started businesses.
Yes, we collaborate with NGOs, local authorities, and community groups to maximize
impact.
They can visit our website, call our office, or reach out via social media for more
information and applications.