Our projects
Programmes that turn potential into enterprise.
Beyond our day-to-day incubation, ANBI runs flagship projects with government, industry and international development partners. Each one builds real businesses, new skills and lasting jobs across the iLembe District and beyond.
Regenerative agriculture
Agroecology
Growing sustainable agriculture. Building resilient communities.
Our Agroecology Programme empowers farmers, agripreneurs and rural communities to build profitable agricultural enterprises while protecting the environment. We combine regenerative farming practices with business development support to create sustainable livelihoods and stronger local food systems.
The programme promotes climate-smart agriculture, soil regeneration, biodiversity and sustainable food production through practical training, mentorship and enterprise incubation. By integrating traditional knowledge with modern agricultural innovation, we help farmers increase productivity, improve resilience and reach new markets.
What we offer
- Agroecology and regenerative agriculture training
- Farmer enterprise incubation and business development
- Cooperative development and market access support
- Agro-processing and value addition
- Seed conservation and climate-smart farming
- Funding readiness and investment support
- Mentorship and technical assistance
Creating lasting impact
Our work extends beyond farming. We develop agricultural entrepreneurs, strengthen rural economies and create opportunities for women and young people to participate meaningfully in the green economy. Through partnerships with government, educational institutions and development organisations, we are building a new generation of sustainable agricultural enterprises that contribute to food security, environmental stewardship and inclusive economic growth.
Building businesses that regenerate the land, strengthen communities and create sustainable prosperity.
Chemical manufacturing
Detergent Manufacturing
Creating manufacturers. Building sustainable businesses.
Funded by CHIETAThe ANBI Detergent Manufacturing Programme, funded by CHIETA (the Chemical Industries Education & Training Authority), equips unemployed graduates with the technical, business and entrepreneurial skills needed to establish successful detergent manufacturing enterprises.
The programme combines accredited detergent manufacturing training with entrepreneurship development, workplace experience and business incubation to prepare participants for sustainable self-employment. Rather than simply training job seekers, we develop business owners equipped to manufacture, brand, market and grow their own cleaning-product businesses.
What we offer
- Detergent manufacturing training
- Entrepreneurship and business management training
- Workplace experience and practical production
- Business incubation and mentorship
- Product development and quality assurance
- Branding, packaging and market readiness
- Business registration and funding support
White label manufacturing
ANBI also offers white label detergent manufacturing for entrepreneurs, retailers, distributors and organisations wanting to launch their own cleaning-product brands without investing in manufacturing equipment. We manufacture high-quality cleaning products that clients package and market under their own brand names. It is a fast, cost-effective route into the detergent industry, so aspiring entrepreneurs can focus on sales, marketing and growth while we ensure consistent quality.
Creating lasting impact
Our programme is transforming unemployed graduates into manufacturers, entrepreneurs and employers. By combining technical manufacturing skills with practical business support, we are creating new enterprises, generating employment opportunities and strengthening South Africa’s manufacturing sector.
Building manufacturers. Creating entrepreneurs. Growing South African brands.
Green skills & renewable energy
Empowering Women & Youth Through Solar Innovation
Powering communities. Creating green careers.
Co-funded by the European CommissionEmpowering Women and Youth through Solar Innovation in the iLembe District is a flagship green-skills and enterprise-development initiative implemented by ANBI and co-funded by the European Commission. It equips unemployed women and youth with the technical, entrepreneurial and workplace skills needed to take part in South Africa’s fast-growing renewable energy sector.
Through the project, 100 unemployed learners from the iLembe District receive accredited Solar PV installation training, entrepreneurship development, workplace experience and business incubation support. By pairing technical excellence with enterprise development, the programme prepares participants for both employment and self-employment within the green economy.
What we offer
- Accredited Solar PV installation training
- Entrepreneurship and business management training
- Workplace experience with industry partners
- Business incubation and mentorship
- Green enterprise development
- Financial and investment readiness support
- Market access and business networking
- Post-training business support
Creating green entrepreneurs
The programme goes beyond technical training by empowering participants to establish their own renewable energy businesses. Through practical business coaching, mentorship and incubation, learners are supported to build sustainable enterprises capable of delivering solar installation, maintenance and renewable energy solutions to households, businesses and communities.
Creating lasting impact
The project helps address youth unemployment, accelerate South Africa’s Just Energy Transition and build a new generation of skilled green entrepreneurs. Through strategic partnerships with government, industry and development organisations, ANBI is developing a pipeline of highly skilled solar technicians and business owners who will contribute to a more sustainable, inclusive and resilient economy.
Empowering people. Advancing clean energy. Building South Africa’s green economy.
Enterprise incubation
SEDFA Business Incubation Programme
Transforming business ideas into sustainable enterprises.
In partnership with SEDFASince 2023, ANBI has proudly partnered with SEDFA (the Small Enterprise Development Finance Agency) to deliver a comprehensive business incubation programme that empowers entrepreneurs to start, grow and scale sustainable businesses.
The programme supports aspiring and existing entrepreneurs through structured business development, mentorship, coaching and enterprise support that helps them overcome challenges, improve competitiveness and create employment within their communities. We believe successful businesses are built through continuous support rather than once-off training.
What we offer
- Business incubation and enterprise development
- One-on-one mentorship and coaching
- Business diagnostics and growth planning
- Entrepreneurship and business management training
- Financial management and investment readiness
- Marketing, branding and digital business support
- Market access and networking opportunities
- Funding application support
- Compliance and business formalisation
- Business monitoring and performance tracking
Supporting business growth
Our incubation programme gives entrepreneurs access to experienced business advisors, industry experts and strategic partnerships that help businesses improve operations, reach new markets and unlock growth. We tailor the support to every stage of the business journey, from starting a new venture to expanding an existing one.
Creating lasting impact
Since partnering with SEDFA in 2023, ANBI has supported numerous entrepreneurs across KwaZulu-Natal through structured incubation, capacity building and business development services. By combining practical business support with mentorship, market linkages and funding readiness, we are helping build a thriving ecosystem of competitive, sustainable small businesses that contribute to inclusive economic development.
Incubating businesses. Developing entrepreneurs. Building the future of South African enterprises.
Have a project in mind?
Whether you are a funder, a partner or a founder, we would love to hear how ANBI can help you build lasting impact.