New iAccelerate SA 2026 cohort learners at the programme’s Open Day.
iAccelerate SA officially welcomed its second 2026 cohort during an inspiring Open Day held on Friday at Portside in Cape Town, bringing together 25 aspiring young entrepreneurs from schools across Cape Town as they embarked on the next chapter of their entrepreneurial journey.
“Joining iAccelerate SA is a great opportunity for me to learn from others, develop my teamwork skills and gain knowledge that I can apply to my own jewellery business. The Open Day was honestly so much fun, and I met so many wonderful people. I can’t wait to come back next week and continue this journey,” said Gabriella Heugh, a Grade 9 learner and member of the new iAccelerate SA 2026 cohort.
The event marked a significant milestone for the programme, as it was the first time iAccelerate SA had welcomed two cohorts within a single calendar year. The expansion reflects the growing demand for entrepreneurial education among young South Africans and forms part of the organisation's long-term vision to create opportunities for even more learners in the years ahead.
New cohort students, alumni, mentors, facilitators and parents gathered during the iAccelerate SA 2026 Open Day.
