The Step Up to a Start Up programme has recently launched its 10th annual edition, intending to help guide high school learners on how to start their own businesses in the green economy, Cape {town} Etc reports.
In addition, the programme also has grand plans to expand its mission of creating young entrepreneurs.
Created by youth development experts Primestars, Step Up to a Start Ups vision is driven by the realities of South Africas high unemployment rate and the critical role that small businesses can play in creating employment opportunities that are planet friendly.
The Step Up to a Start Up programme provides learners with a hands-on opportunity to explore the world of entrepreneurship by helping them create businesses that would solve problems in their communities.
The programme is aimed towards learners in Grades 10, 11 and 12 from historically disadvantaged schools nationally.
