Zimele means to be independent and to stand on one’s own feet.
Zimele is about creating sustainability in business. It’s focused on building sustainable livelihoods in our host communities and on strengthening relationships to create synergies within Anglo American and with broader mining industry partners
High levels of unemployment in our country mean that providing funding is simply not enough anymore, so we will roll out a demand lead development programme that mentors entrepreneurs with a focus on youth, supplier and enterprise development. Based on the needs smaller business, we’ll support businesses in general business acumen, safety, innovation and technical capability. Access to funding will be provided as a second step.
What Zimele does is help create something sustainable for the people living around our mines. It’s there to support them in growing their businesses. This goes hand-in-hand with our new sustainability strategy.
Zimele is playing its part to create jobs and grow small businesses. Our hubs focus on supporting SMMEs and the youth through up-front mentorship, followed by funding opportunities.
Zimele Youth Development programme
Helping young people identify opportunities towards creating small businesses or becoming employable.
A peer counsellor will support and motivate you on your journey by helping you
- Set your own goals.
- Develop an action plan.
- Take the first steps towards reaching your goals.
Source:
https://southafrica.angloamerican.com/our-difference/zimele-enterprise-development.aspx
