Student Entrepreneurship Programme 2025
Join us for an epic week of entrepreneurship, innovation and inspiration. From start-up vibes to millionaire moves – we’ve got it all!
Headliner Talks: Millionaire Mindsets & Resilient Success
Hear from two dynamic speakers:
Albert van Wyk - How I Became a Millionaire at 22
Albert van Wyk shares his journey of breaking financial barriers at a young age. In this talk, he reveals the mindset shifts, strategies, and practical steps that helped him build wealth before most of us even graduate. Students will walk away inspired and equipped with tools to start shaping their own financial futures.
Matthew Blauw – From High School Hustle to Professional Entrepreneur
Matthew Blauw’s story is proof that setbacks can become setups for success. From personal struggles to building a remarkable entrepreneurial career, he takes the audience through his journey of resilience, grit, and growth. Expect an honest, raw, and motivating session that will spark determination to rise above challenges.
Vanderbijlpark Campus
Date: Tuesday, 30 September
Time: 18:00 – 20:30
Venue: To be communicated via email
Champion for the event: Dr Annelie Steenkamp
Potchefstroom Campus
Date: Wednesday, 1 October 2025
Time: 18:00 - 20:30
Venue: E5 B03
Transport services are available
Champion for the event: Mrs Lerato Maselwa
Mahikeng Campus
Date: Thursday, 2 October 2025
Time: 17:30 - 20:00
Venue: Thutong Rec Hall
Champions for the event: Dr Kezell Klinck and Lebohang Bodigelo
What’s Happening?
- Campus-wide events by Enactus & SWEEP.
- Inspiring talks, hands-on hustle, and networking,with changemakers to grow your ideas.
- Prizes up for grabs – for the bold, the creative, the unstoppable.
Don’t just watch others win. Build YOUR story.
Enactus
Enactus is more than just a student society — it’s a movement of young changemakers who use business and innovation to tackle real-world challenges. At NWU, Enactus creates a platform for students to lead projects, develop entrepreneurial skills, and make a tangible impact in communities.
Vanderbijlpark Campus
Entrepreneurship Unscripted
A bold collaboration between Enactus and the Debate Society. Forget filters, forget the rules – join an open conversation on what entrepreneurship really means. Share your story, challenge ideas, and gain fresh perspectives.
Date: Monday, 29 September 2025
Time: TBC
Venue: TBC
Champion for the event: Miss Hlulani Sambo (Admin & Internal Affairs, Enactus Vanderbijkpark Campus)
Potchefstroom & Mahikeng campus
No local event, but students can connect with Enactus via their campus co-faculty advisors:
Potchefstroom - Dr Lerato Mdaka
Mahikeng - Mr Njabulo Xulu
SWEEP Event
Contact Bernice Richardson for more info.
