False Bay TVET College Students Win Regional Allan Grey Competition In 2025

False Bay TVET College Students Win Regional Allan Grey Competition In 2025

False Bay TVET College Students Win Regional Allan Grey Competition In 2025. The Allan Gray Makers Inter College Entrepreneurship Competition is a prestigious event aimed at nurturing and showcasing entrepreneurial talent among TVET college students across South Africa. Supported by the Allan Gray Foundation and Future Managers, this competition provides a significant platform for students from over 50 TVET institutions to present their innovative business ideas and entrepreneurial skills.

The competition fosters creative thinking and encourages the development of sustainable solutions to real-world problems, promoting innovation and entrepreneurship among South Africa’s youth.

Importance Of Entrepreneurship Competitions

At False Bay TVET College, entrepreneurship competitions play a vital role in promoting entrepreneurial thinking and a proactive mindset among students. These events offer an invaluable opportunity for students to pitch their business ideas or existing ventures to a panel of judges and their peers.

They serve as a catalyst for change, allowing aspiring entrepreneurs to potentially secure prize money for their startups and turn their ideas into successful businesses.

The AG Makers TVET Annual Entrepreneurship Competition

The Allan Gray Makers TVET Annual Entrepreneurship Competition is more than just a contest; it embodies the principle of action oriented entrepreneurship. Nafeesa Dinie, CfERI Manager at False Bay TVET College, emphasizes the competition’s impact: “By encouraging students to shift from job seeking to job creating, the competition supports the development of an entrepreneurial mindset and helps turn viable ideas into sustainable enterprises.

Through a structured series of learning activities, participants are guided through the stages of entrepreneurship, fostering innovation and driving a nationwide movement of future business leaders and creators.”

Key Highlights From The 2025 Competition

In 2025, False Bay TVET College proudly celebrated its students’ achievements at the regional level of the Allan Gray Makers Competition. The college’s participation and success underscore the commitment to fostering entrepreneurial talent and supporting students in their journey to becoming future business leaders.

Winners And Recognition

  • Rashaad Sambaba: Winner in the category “I Have a Business Idea,” representing South Cape TVET College.
  • Sethu Klaas: Winner in the category “I Have a Technology Business,” also from South Cape TVET College.

Both students demonstrated exceptional creativity and innovation in their business ideas, earning recognition for their entrepreneurial spirit and practical solutions.

Host College

The competition was hosted by Elgin Mokokong, Acting Principal for Northern Cape Urban TVET College, and Dr. Tercia Terblanche, Chief Executive Officer/Principal of South Cape TVET College. Their leadership and support played a crucial role in the event’s success.

Conclusion

The Allan Gray Makers Inter College Entrepreneurship Competition remains a cornerstone in promoting entrepreneurship among South Africa’s TVET college students. By providing a platform for young entrepreneurs to showcase their ideas, the competition helps bridge the gap between innovation and implementation. False Bay TVET College’s success in the 2025 competition highlights the effectiveness of such initiatives in nurturing the next generation of business leaders and innovators.

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