Do you love making, creating, baking, designing or selling?
Be the first to participate in the InsideOut Young Entrepreneurs Challenge, an annual initiative created to inspire, educate and develop the next generation of South African entrepreneurs.
Create and run your own business stall, learn valuable skills, sell to real customers and compete for exciting prizes. Whether you already have a small business or simply have a great idea, we encourage you to apply.
SAVE THE DATES
Two Saturdays. Endless possibility.
03
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 2026
Grade 4 & Grade 5 Marketplace
10
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 2026
Grade 6 & Grade 7 Marketplace
WHO CAN APPLY?
Applications are open to learners from
01
Laerskool Wierdapark
02
Laerskool Hennopspark
03
Laerskool Rooihuiskraal
WHAT WE’RE LOOKING FOR
Bring your spark
Creativity
Initiative
Passion
Problem-solving
Good business ideas
Quality products or services
Professional presentation
A willingness to learn
Applicants do not need to already own a business. Great ideas are welcome.
WHAT YOU’LL RECEIVE
Learn by doing
A dedicated market stall
Trade with real customers
Exposure to the community
Real business experience
Mentorship and guidance
Compete for awards and prizes
Certificate of participation
Selection criteria
How applications will be reviewed
Every application will be reviewed carefully to create a varied and exciting marketplace.
Originality of the business idea
Quality of the proposed product or service
Effort shown in the application
Motivation for participating
Readiness to operate a market stall
Variety of products across all participants
ONLINE APPLICATION
Ready to bring your idea to life?
Complete the form below with help from a parent or guardian if needed. Fields marked with an asterisk (*) are required.
Please note
Submitting an application does not guarantee acceptance. Applicants will receive confirmation after all applications have been reviewed.