Business Incubator in KwaZulu-Natal
Creating Sustainable Businesses, Growing Rural Economies and Transforming Lives
Azmon Nimrod Business Incubator (ANBI) builds thriving local economies by empowering entrepreneurs, women and youth with the skills, networks, funding pathways and business support needed to unlock opportunities, build sustainable businesses and create employment.
Who we are
An award winning home for ambitious founders
ANBI has supported more than 400 entrepreneurs and incubated over 100 businesses. Our work has been recognised with an international award from the International Council of Small Businesses.
Client stories
Founders who grew with ANBI
Ever since I started attending ANBI a lot has changed. I now have a registered business and business cards, and they have done applications for us that came out successful. I even have an inverter now to keep working during loadshedding. Before ANBI I never knew how to organise my finances; now I know how to balance them. Thank you so much, ANBI.
Being part of the Azmon Nimrod incubator has been the best thing for my business, Nolanga Exquisite Dzigns. There has been so much growth, and they have assisted with training on sustaining and growing my business. Being around other entrepreneurs, I learn a lot about business and how to overcome the challenges we face day to day. I even got to be part of a fashion show for the first time through this programme, and they share so much useful information with us.
ANBI has been very helpful in the growth of my business. I am now able to do invoices, provide quality packaging for my products, and market my business. I have acquired the skills to plan accordingly for my business and to calculate my finances correctly. Thank you very much to ANBI for coming into our community and making a difference in our small businesses.
Who we work with
Who we deliver with
Programmes reach founders because of the partners behind them: national and provincial government, the municipalities of the iLembe District, skills authorities and international development partners.
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| Programme | Best for | Duration | What you get | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business Incubation | Idea / very early-stage founders across any sector | 12–24 months | Workspace, structured curriculum, mentorship, acceleration track | Funded, free to qualifying MSMEs |
| Strategic Consulting | Trading MSMEs facing a hard decision or growth inflection | 4–12 weeks (sprint) or 3–12 months (retainer) | Diagnosis, strategy, written roadmap, optional implementation support | Scoped per engagement |
| Training | Founders building practical, applicable business skills | Per workshop, ongoing series | Facilitator-led workshops, practical exercises, mentorship, action planning | Mostly free; some paid specialist sessions |
| Enterprise & Supplier Development | Corporates running ESD plus the MSMEs in their supply chain | 6–24 months | Custom programme design, mentorship for MSME cohort, B-BBEE alignment | Corporate-funded; MSME participation is free |
Questions, answered
What founders ask before joining ANBI
What is the Azmon Nimrod Business Incubator?
ANBI is a business incubator based in Groutville, Stanger, KwaZulu-Natal. We help small and medium enterprises grow through workspace, mentorship, training and access to markets, with a focus on youth, women and rural founders across many sectors.
Who can apply to the incubator?
South African MSMEs and aspiring entrepreneurs based in KwaZulu-Natal are welcome to apply. We support founders across many different sectors, from agriculture and manufacturing to renewable energy. Start with the application form on our Contact page.
Where is ANBI located?
Our centre is at the corner of the R102 and D270 in Groutville, Stanger (KwaDukuza), KwaZulu-Natal, easily reachable from Durban and the iLembe District. Visitors are welcome by appointment.
What services does ANBI offer?
Business incubation, strategic consulting, market research, regulatory compliance, training, networking, enterprise and supplier development, and access to funding and resources. Each programme is run by our in-house team and partner specialists.
Does ANBI charge MSMEs for support?
Most of our core incubation and training programmes are funded through partnerships, so qualifying MSMEs access them at no cost. Specialist consulting engagements are scoped and quoted on a per-project basis.
Ready to build your empire?
Tell us about your business and we will show you how ANBI can help you grow.