Orange Corners South Sudan Incubation and Acceleration programme is an initiative of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, aims to support young entrepreneurs aged between 18-35 in starting and growing their businesses. Orange Corners South Sudan aims to support young entrepreneurs in starting and growing their businesses. Orange Corners offers capacity-building training, masterclasses, coaching, mentor sessions, business development support, networking opportunities and more. Together with our public and private partners, Orange Corners aims to contribute towards strengthening the startup and entrepreneurial ecosystem in South Sudan.
About Orange Corners
Orange Corners is managed by the Netherlands Enterprise Agency at the request of the Dutch Ministry of Foreign Affairs. We work closely together with the Embassy of the Kingdom of The Netherlands and local partners in each programme country. More information on the partners we work with in each country can be found via �Where we work�.
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Orange Corners Incubation and Acceleration Program
Aim and Benefits of Orange Corners Incubation and Acceleration Program
- Capacity and skill development training sessions and coaching: The programme offers entrepreneurs in-depth training sessions designed to enhance their entrepreneurial skills. Through these sessions, participants receive tailored coaching to address their individual needs and challenges.
- Masterclasses: Entrepreneurs enrolled in the programme benefit from specialised masterclass sessions conducted by industry experts. These sessions provide in-depth insights into business aspects and strategies, allowing participants to gain valuable knowledge from experienced professionals.
- Business development services and mentoring: Participants gain access to a range of business development services aimed at refining their business strategies. Additionally, the programme offers ongoing mentoring support from experienced business professionals.
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Personalised business advice: Entrepreneurs benefit from personalised one-on-one advisory sessions tailored to their unique needs. During these sessions, participants receive personalised advice on various aspects of business development, problem-solving, and decision-making.
- Events and networking: The programme facilitates participation in networking events where entrepreneurs can connect with industry peers. These events provide valuable opportunities to build a professional network, fostering collaborations, partnerships, and overall business growth.
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Workspace in incubation hub: Entrepreneurs enrolled in the programme receive a dedicated workspace within a well-equipped incubation hub. This collaborative environment serves as a central location for networking and idea exchange among participants.
- Boot camp and graduation events: The programme includes intensive boot camps designed to accelerate learning and development for entrepreneurs. These immersive experiences aim to provide participants with the tools and skills needed to thrive in their entrepreneurial journey.
Requirements for Orange Corners Incubation and Acceleration Program Qualification
- Aspiring entrepreneur from South Sudan.
- Between the ages of 18-35.
- Alignment of the proposed business idea with the current economic context in South Sudan.
- Assessment of the innovative aspects of the business idea.
- Evaluation of the practicality, feasibility, sustainability and scalability of the proposed business idea.
- Consideration of the potential social impact the business can have.
- Evaluation of the clarity and understanding of the target market.
- Evaluation of the competence and expertise of the entrepreneur or founding team.
- Open to early-stage enterprises that haven’t received significant funding or traction.
- Accepts for-profit and not-for-profit businesses, registered and unregistered.
- Full commitment to the 6-month Incubation programme.
- Attendance at all mandatory sessions, including training, masterclasses, workshops, and meetings.
Application Deadline
October 18, 2024How to Apply
Interested and qualified? Go to
Orange Corners on docs.google.com to apply
- Online application: The application form becomes available on our website prior to the beginning of each cohort cycle. Applications are open for one month, and applicants aged between 18 and 35 can submit their business ideas and a few necessary questions. Please make sure to check your email and mobile phone regularly to see if you are selected for the final interviews.
- Interview and selection: The selection of the participants will be determined by evaluating their application and the judgement of the interview selection committee. Selected 20-22 participants will be prepared for the main programme through a two-day long boot camp.
- Boot camp: Selected 20-22 participants will be prepared for the main programme through a two-day long boot camp.
For more details,visit Orange Corners website
