MSMEs can't spend 12 months in a classroom — they're running businesses. J29 Learn delivers accredited, skills-based programmes that are practical, blended, and designed for immediate impact. When participants leave our sessions, they leave with tools in hand and work already started.
Traditional training fails MSMEs because it's designed for employees — not business owners. We do it differently.
Participants leave every session with real work done — not homework. We give them the tools, guide them through their own business application, and they walk out having already started. Corporate partners have seen MSMEs build marketing plans, AI workflows, and customer strategies during the workshop.
No generic slides. Every programme is designed around the specific sector, business stage, and objectives of your cohort. We work with your organisation before each programme to understand what success looks like — and build the content accordingly.
In-person, online, or blended — we adapt to what your MSMEs actually need. Programmes can run over a single day, a week, or a multi-month blended journey. On-site corporate delivery is available. Our upcoming online platform will make sessions available anytime, anywhere.
Every participant receives free digital tools, templates, and resources they can use immediately in their business — no additional subscriptions or costs required. The skills transfer fully because the tools are accessible from day one.
From first-time entrepreneurs to advanced AI adoption — every programme is built for the real-world needs of MSMEs and Youth. All can be delivered as standalone workshops or as part of a longer blended programme.
MSMEs that market digitally grow faster, attract better customers, and reduce dependence on referrals. This programme turns digital overwhelm into a clear, repeatable marketing system.
A professional brand is the foundation of business credibility. MSMEs with strong brands charge more, attract better clients, and build lasting value. Participants leave with a defined brand identity and a plan to apply it.
Strategy without execution is useless. This campaign-based programme gives MSMEs a practical, step-by-step marketing system they can run themselves — immediately and affordably.
AI is the great equaliser for small businesses. This programme demystifies AI and gives participants practical tools they can use the same day to save time, improve communication, and serve customers better.
A deep-dive programme using AI coding tools and platforms to drive business growth, supporting all 22 aspects of the SEEDS Compass Assessment framework. Built for MSMEs ready to operate like larger organisations.
From business idea to first paying customer — in one structured bootcamp. Designed for young entrepreneurs who are ready to start but don't know where to begin. By the end, they have a registered, branded, and operational business.
In addition to our custom programmes, J29 delivers SETA-accredited learnerships and skills programmes — creating formal pathways for youth employment and BBBEE skills development for corporate partners.
For Youth • Ages 18–35
A full MICT SETA accredited Advertising Learnership that equips young South Africans with the theoretical knowledge and practical workplace skills to build careers in advertising, digital marketing, and communications. Delivered in partnership with corporate sponsors who earn BBBEE skills development points.
For MSMEs • Youth • Organisations
Shorter, focused skills programmes for organisations that need faster turnaround or more targeted development. Our skills programmes are unit-standard aligned and can contribute toward full qualifications. Custom-designed to match your sector and development goals.
J29 Learn is designed to deliver at every level — from an individual entrepreneur to a global development organisation deploying programmes across thousands of businesses.
DFIs, development agencies, and NGOs with MSME upliftment mandates can deploy J29 programmes as a trusted, proven delivery partner. We manage the full programme lifecycle — design, delivery, reporting, and impact measurement — across any number of cohorts.
Transform your supplier development and BBBEE skills investment with programmes that create measurable business growth. Co-brand the programme as your own, earn skills development points, and build a stronger supplier network that benefits your supply chain.
Whether you're starting from scratch or ready to level up, J29 has a programme that fits where you are right now. Join a cohort, attend a workshop, or wait for our online platform to access learning anytime from anywhere across Africa.
Across all J29 Learn programmes, every participant and partner receives the same high standard of support and quality.
Content tailored to your sector, cohort, and specific business context — not a generic slide deck.
Participants receive free tools, templates, and resources they can use in their business from day one.
Programmes run on your timeline with delivery options that fit around running a real business.
Detailed progress and business impact reports for sponsors, partners, and development organisations.
Professional certificates for all participants. MICT SETA accredited certificates on qualifying programmes.
All trained MSMEs gain access to J29's network for peer connection, shared resources, and collaboration.
For corporate and organisational partners, all materials are co-branded with your company, building supplier loyalty and visible impact.
Top performers can transition into J29 Grow mentorship programmes for deeper, personalised business development.
We're building a dedicated online learning system that will bring all J29 workshops and programmes to any device, anywhere in the world. Online versions of every programme — self-paced, blended with live instructor sessions, and available 24/7 across Africa and beyond.
Whether you're an MSME looking to upskill, a corporate investing in supplier development, or a global organisation deploying programmes at scale — we'd love to hear from you. Let's design something that makes a real difference.
