Date: 28 January 2026
Time: 12:00 – 12:38
Venue: Not specified

Attendance

• Facilitator: Andrice Macuacua
• Minutes Taken By: Ntshuxeko Shihanhu
• Media (Videos & Photos): Manoko Ditsoabane
• Participants: Students

1. Opening and Welcome

The event commenced at 12:00. The facilitator, Andrice Macuacua, officially opened the session by welcoming all participants. An ice-breaker activity was conducted to encourage student participation and create an interactive learning environment.

2. Introduction to Entrepreneurship

The facilitator introduced the topic by asking students to explain what they understand by the term “entrepreneurship.”
The objective of the event was clearly outlined as:

• Understanding what entrepreneurship is
• Learning how to become an entrepreneur
• Gaining insight into how to run a successful business

Students then introduced themselves to the rest of the class.

3. Student Contributions and Discussion

Students provided different definitions and perspectives on entrepreneurship. One key response was:

“Entrepreneurship is someone who is willing to take a risk.”

The facilitator expanded on this idea by explaining that risk-taking is a core part of entrepreneurship and is not an easy path. An example was shared of the founder of Pick n Pay, who started by selling tomatoes before growing the business into a major retail brand.

Key points highlighted included:

• Identifying what is in demand within the community
• Understanding the target market for goods and services
• Ensuring the quality of products or services offered
• Accepting risk while planning carefully and hoping for positive outcomes

4. Questions and Clarifications

Students asked questions such as:

• If you start a business by selling informally before registering it, does that make you a good entrepreneur?

The facilitator explained that entrepreneurship begins with initiative and problem-solving, even before a business becomes formal.

Additionally, students were advised that when pitching a business proposal, they must be able to:

• Clearly explain why they want to start the business
• Identify gaps within the community
• Demonstrate how their business will address those needs

5. Entrepreneurial Mindset

The facilitator guided a discussion on the entrepreneurial mindset, with students contributing the following ideas:

• Having creative and innovative ideas
• Thinking in a business-oriented way

Further emphasis was placed on:

• Developing businesses that cannot easily be replaced by AI
• Practicing self-discipline and setting long-term goals
• Managing finances responsibly to avoid bankruptcy
• Replacing any money used for business purposes
• Being passionate, adaptable, and resilient
• Overcoming fear and understanding that failure is part of growth

Students were encouraged to learn from mistakes and continuously improve. The facilitator also recommended watching motivational videos to understand that failure is not the end, but a learning opportunity.

6. Closing

The session concluded at 12:38. The facilitator thanked the students for their participation and engagement.

Minutes Prepared By:
Ntshuxeko Shihanhu