Start-up bootcamp

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Turn your ideas into real opportunities

Have a business idea? Thinking about a side hustle? Curious about entrepreneurship but not sure where to start?

The NWU Start-Up Bootcamp is designed for all undergraduate and postgraduate students across every faculty who want to build skills, explore opportunities, and turn ideas into action. Whether you’re:

  • Exploring a side hustle
  • Developing a research-based start-up
  • Preparing for the NWU Leopards’ Lair competition
  • Or simply curious about entrepreneurship

This bootcamp gives you the tools and mindset to begin your journey.

What you’ll gain:

  • Practical guidance on starting a business
  • An entrepreneurial mindset for future success
  • Exposure to real start-up thinking and innovation
  • Networking with like-minded students and mentors
  • Preparation for business competitions and start-up opportunities
  • No business idea yet? No problem. Bring your curiosity — we’ll help you shape the rest.

Who can join?

All NWU students — undergraduate and postgraduate, across all faculties — are welcome.

About the speaker

Topic: Using social media AI to grow your business

 

 

Marguerite Lessing has over 16 years of experience helping brands grow through smart, results-driven digital strategy. With an unstoppable passion for all things digital, she specialises in managing and creating high-impact social media and digital campaigns, crafting meaningful brand strategies, and turning complex ideas into compelling market stories.

Marguerite has worked with leading local and international brands including FNB, Sasol, Nedbank, Dell Technologies, SEW-Eurodrive, Springboks Rugby, and Microsoft, bringing both strategic insight and hands-on execution to every project.

And yes — she has a well-known weakness for bold lipstick… because great marketing, like great style, should always make a statement.

 

Event information (dates, times and venues)

No registration required. Add the event to your calendar and join us. 

Seats are limited — arrive early to secure your spot.

Potchefstroom Campus
Date: 10 Maart

Time: 7:45-9:00

Venue: Building E3 Room B12

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Mahikeng Campus

Date: 4 March 2026

Time: 16:15 – 17:45

Venue: Building A10 Room G02

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Vanderbijlpark  Campus

Date: 6 Macrh

Time: 7:30 – 9:00

Venue: Building A24 Room G02

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Need more information? 

If necessary, you can reach out via email to:

Vanderbijlpark Campus: Bernice Richardson
Potchefstroom Campus: Annelie Steenkamp
Mahikeng Campus: Kezell Klinck