Open for Applications
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
- Hands-on social entrepreneurship project experience
- Mentorship from industry leaders and successful entrepreneurs
- Leadership and teamwork development
- International competition opportunities (national & world cup)
- Seed funding for high-impact projects
- Global network of 72,000+ Enactus students