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Enactus

Social Entrepreneurship in Action

About Enactus UWC

Enactus, which stands for Entrepreneurial Action Through Us, is a global non-profit organisation that empowers university students to take meaningful action in their communities. Through student-led social entrepreneurship projects, Enactus bridges the gap between academic learning and real-world impact, helping young people develop the skills and confidence to tackle some of the world’s most pressing social and environmental challenges. At its core, Enactus is about collaboration. Students work together to design and implement innovative solutions that create lasting, sustainable change for communities and individuals. The programme nurtures values-driven leadership, creative thinking, and teamwork, transforming participants just as much as the communities they serve.

Duration

Year-long (February - November)

Eligibility

All UWC undergraduate students

Application Deadline

March 31, 2026

Our Impact & Achievements

MTN Digital Innovation Competition Winners

Enactus South Africa Developmental League (2022)

National Champions (2024)

Top 16 Global – Kazakhstan

What You'll Gain

How It Works
1
Application: Submit your application expressing interest in social entrepreneurship and why you want to join Enactus
2
Onboarding: Attend orientation sessions to learn about Enactus methodology and current projects
3
Project Selection: Join an existing project team or pitch your own social enterprise idea
4
Implementation: Work with your team to develop and implement sustainable business solutions
5
Measurement: Track and report the social, environmental, and economic impact of your projects
6
Competition: Compete at regional, national, and potentially world cup level
7
Celebration: Showcase your achievements and graduate as an Enactus alumnus
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