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Centre for Entrepreneurship & Rapid Incubator - Sol Plaatje University

The Centre for Entrepreneurship & Rapid Incubator (CfERI) was launched by the Vaal University of Technology in partnership with SEDA, Department Small Business Development (DSBD) in November 2017. The CfERI transitioned to Sol Plaatje University on 01 June 2021.

The purpose of the Centre for

Not really where you want to be?

Not to worry, as most journeys are seldom in a straight line from start to finish. You might find more suitable partners in our other communities on the portal. Check out our ‘entrepreneur’ or ‘innovator’ sections for more information.

Innovator

Are you an innovator?

You don’t want to start your own enterprise, but have a passion for creating new knowledge, processes, products, or models. You’re probably a researcher that wants others to benefit from your unique intellectual property and, looking to license or further develop your innovation.

Entrepreneur

Are you an Entrepreneur?

You want to be your own boss and have the drive to recognize opportunities and transform them into valuable enterprises. Or you already have an established enterprise(s).