Our Programs
Ecosystem Enterprise & Supplier Development (ESD)
Our Ecosystem ESD programme supports the growth and sustainability of women-owned businesses through strategic partnerships, enterprise development, skills training, coaching, and mentorship. The programme also focuses on product development, market access, supplier development opportunities, and improving access to funding for entrepreneurs and emerging enterprises.
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Women in Tourism
Women in Tourism: Empowering women entrepreneurs in the tourism sector through training, mentorship, and exhibition opportunities. Creative & Cultural Tourism: Promoting indigenous arts, crafts, and gastronomy tourism opportunities. Fashion & Jewelry Programs: Skill development tours, showcasing local talent in textiles, jewelry, and design.
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Youth Training & Entrepreneurship Development
WOVSA is committed to empowering young people through skills development, entrepreneurship training, workplace integrated learning, and placement opportunities. Our youth programmes are designed to equip young entrepreneurs and graduates with practical skills, business knowledge, and pathways to economic participation and employment.
Community Development
Our Community Development service provides support and resources for local communities to thrive and grow. Our programs focus; Children Dignity & Beyond Program and Senior Citizen Social Program.
Revive and Thrive Hospitality Program
The Revive & Thrive Programme is a hospitality and enterprise development initiative focused on revitalising struggling and emerging tourism businesses across South Africa, particularly women-owned enterprises in rural, township, and semi-urban areas. Through infrastructure support, skills development, operational assistance, market access, and funding readiness, the programme aims to create sustainable, market-ready businesses that drive economic growth, job creation, and tourism competitiveness.
Trade And Investment Desk
Our Trade & Investment Desk creates platforms that promote regional integration, intra-African trade, tourism, and investment opportunities for women-led enterprises. Through high-level summits, women in tourism conferences, ESD masterclasses, trade missions, and investment engagements, WOVSA facilitates cross-border collaboration, market access, and business growth across Africa.
