The Design Hive

HCLS Entrepreneurial Training
Free entrepreneurial and technical courses (e.g. coding, IoT, digital literacy, workplace ICT), plus access to an e‑commerce platform for business launch.

NAFCOC Entrepreneurship & Compliance Training
Courses on business compliance, management training, statutory obligations, cooperative development, and supplier readiness for SMEs and township businesses.

SETA‑accredited Skills Programmes
Short courses in leadership, customer service, financial literacy, vocational skills, and industry-specific competencies—all free and accredited.

Microsoft Wootlab Digital Skills Programme (2025)
Free training in cloud computing, data analytics, and digital marketing. Includes free Microsoft certifications and mentorship from tech professionals.

. Digify Africa (Livity Africa + Google)
10‑week digital bootcamp teaching digital and social media marketing, content creation, and digital entrepreneurship for free. Ideal for youth and new SMEs.

Umuzi – Digital Skills & Mentorship
Free intensive 6–12 month programmes in web development, multimedia, data science, digital marketing. Includes mentorship, career coaching, and industry-recognised certificates.

UNISA Free Short Courses
UNISA offers free online entrepreneurial and business management courses such as Intro to Business Management, Workplace Digital Skills, Cybersecurity, and Entrepreneurship. Certifications included.

FutureLearn – University‑led Free Courses
Free short courses from South African universities: Entrepreneurship by Stellenbosch, Social Enterprise, Business Management Essentials, and more. Certificates available.

. Young African Leaders Initiative (YALI) Network
Free online presentations and courses in grant writing, pitching, business model design, leadership, and civic entrepreneurship. Great for early-stage entrepreneurs.

Google Digital Garage – Digital Skills for Africa
Free training on digital marketing, SEO, social media, public speaking, business communication, networking, and more to build your online presence.