Inaugural SME South Africa Funding Summit Set for June 2025: A Must-Attend Event for Entrepreneurs

South Africa’s small business community will come together for the highly anticipated SME South Africa Funding Summit 2025 on Thursday, 12 June 2025. The event will be hosted at The Empire Conference and Events Venue in Parktown, Gauteng, and promises to be an essential day of networking, insights, and actionable advice for entrepreneurs looking to scale their businesses.

This one-day summit will focus on providing small business owners with the resources, knowledge, and connections they need to successfully navigate the funding landscape. The summit aims to address key topics such as compliance, types of funding, how to be funding-ready, identifying the right time to scale your business, and how to tackle the challenges of the funding environment.

Who Should Attend?

The event is tailored to entrepreneurs operating established businesses for over a year. Gcina Madonsela, Business Development Executive at SME South Africa and Programme Director for the summit, says this summit is the ideal platform for entrepreneurs aiming to raise funds to grow their operations. Whether looking to scale capacity, develop new products, or validate innovative ideas, attendees will have the opportunity to learn from a carefully selected group of expert speakers.

“This summit is designed to bridge the gap between entrepreneurs and the funding environment, providing immediate guidance and advice that will help them move forward with confidence,” says Madonsela.

What to Expect at the SME South Africa Funding Summit

The summit promises to be a game-changing event for small businesses, featuring:

• Panel discussions with industry leaders and successful entrepreneurs
• Networking opportunities with potential investors and peers
• Exhibits from businesses offering solutions for SMEs
• Actionable advice on securing different types of funding

Renowned founders and experts such as Sheldon Tatchell, Donald Valoyi, Emmanuel Bonoko, and Jade Kriel will share their experiences, while Velly Bosega, Owner of Oak Ventures, will provide a keynote address on the state of small business funding in South Africa. Additionally, Jane Sithole, Deputy Minister of Small Business Development, will make a special appearance.

A Key Event for Tech-Enabled Businesses

For tech-driven entrepreneurs, the SME South Africa Funding Summit is a must-attend event. Madonsela emphasizes, “We are expecting over 450 attendees at this exclusive summit, and it is especially valuable for tech-enabled businesses looking to scale and connect with investors.”

Tickets and Sponsorships

Tickets are now available for purchase, and entrepreneurs are encouraged to register early as space is limited. Attendees can secure their spot by visiting the SME South Africa Events page.

Sponsorship opportunities are also available for brands wanting to engage with qualified leads and share their industry insights. Sponsors will benefit from data-driven networking and guaranteed results, furthering their visibility within the SME community.

The SME South Africa Funding Summit 2025 is not just an event—it’s a launchpad for SMEs to access critical funding resources and grow their businesses. Entrepreneurs looking to scale, connect with investors, and gain practical advice should not miss this opportunity.

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