Our Story
Afrika Business Dev Consultants is a 100% Black-owned and led accredited training institution, based in the Eastern Cape. Accredited by QCTO, we are committed to driving socio-economic transformation through high-impact skills development, youth empowerment, and sustainable business support services.
A core pillar of our work is youth development. We design and implement training programmes that target unemployed and unemployable graduates, equipping them with relevant, future-focused skills. Through our incubation and mentorship programmes, we nurture these individuals into capable entrepreneurs, guiding them toward establishing their own businesses in diverse sectors. While access to start-up funding remains a significant challenge for many, we continue to advocate for financial inclusion and support mechanisms to help our beneficiaries operationalise their business ventures. Our commitment lies in connecting urban and rural communities to the world of entrepreneurship and nurturing the next generation of business leaders who will champion sustainable economic growth.
At Afrika BDC, we pride ourselves on standing at the forefront of opportunity creation, laying the foundation for tomorrow's thriving, inclusive, and sustainable enterprises. Through our dynamic, integrated approach, we empower individuals and businesses to grow, compete, and succeed in today's ever-evolving economic landscape.
Mission
Deliver accredited training and enterprise development programmes enabling youth and SMMEs to build capability, achieve compliance, and grow sustainable, economically active businesses.
Vision
To empower youth and support SMMEs through skills development, awareness, and quality-driven business solutions.
Our Values
Service Excellence
We go above and beyond to exceed the expectations of our clients, funders, and learners.
Discipline
We uphold structure and consistency in delivering every programme and commitment.
Diligence
We approach every task with care, thoroughness, and attention to detail.
Professionalism
We maintain the highest standards of conduct in every interaction and engagement.
Mutual Respect
We treat every person we work with dignity, empathy, and fairness.
Lifelong Learning
We champion continuous growth and skills development, for ourselves and those we serve.
Why Choose Us?
Four reasons corporates, funders, and communities across the Eastern Cape trust Afrika BDC to deliver.
- 100% Black-owned and led — proudly rooted in the communities we serve
- QCTO-accredited — quality-assured training you and your funders can rely on
- Proven track record with major clients including SEDFA, Wholesale and Retail SETA, and Bank SETA
- Tailored solutions — programmes designed around each client's real needs, not a one-size-fits-all approach
Empowering Innovative Entrepreneurs to Succeed
Afrika BDC partners with businesses at every stage — offering hands-on training and development support that builds capacity, confidence, and long-term growth.
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Our Work Process
From first consultation to a graduating cohort, we manage every step that turns Skills Development and B-BBEE funding into capable graduates and compliant, functioning small businesses across the Eastern Cape.
Consultation & Needs Assessment
We meet with corporates, SETAs and community stakeholders to understand training needs, funding priorities and B-BBEE scorecard targets.
Funding & Programme Matching
We align available Skills Development and Enterprise Development funding with the right QCTO-accredited programmes for youth and SMMEs.
Accredited Training & Mentorship
Our facilitators deliver hands-on, accredited training paired with ongoing mentorship to build practical, workplace-ready skills.
Enterprise & Compliance Support
We guide participating SMMEs through formalisation, compliance and business support so they can operate as sustainable enterprises.
Monitoring, Reporting & Graduation
We track progress against agreed outcomes and report transparently to funders, culminating in capable graduates and compliant SMMEs.