Wouldn't It Be Cool

Agriculture

Feeding the nation one center pivot at a time

WIBC has supported over 1,000 agriculture entrepreneurs across different farming models. From over 2,000 ha under centre pivot irrigation in Taung and Gauteng, to rooftop hydroponic horticulture in Tshwane and Johannesburg. White button mushroom, poultry, hydroponic fodder, hops production and snails have been some of the produce delivered by WIBC supported entrepreneurs to the South African markets.

Energy

Safely powering industries

Working with South African oil majors and mining clients to support new fuel transporters, solar start-ups powering village electrification, to working in rural communities and developing sustainable biogas energy entrepreneurs providing alternative energy sources for community infrastrcture such as schools and clinics.

Technology

Digital thinking empowering local impact

Supporting transformation and innovation in the technology industry with Termite Labs - a 3D printing start-up and Honeycomb Solution Architects -a Microsoft certified solution provider, creating employment opportunities for young graduates from disadvantaged communities.

Agroprocessing

Transforming primary prodcution to valueable goods.

From indigenous knowledge teas to food waste saving concepts that dry surplus vegetables the WIBC supported agriprocessing start-ups have crafted a niche and delivered products direct to consumers or on retail shelves. Further to this Mila Fresh a WIBC start-up creates access to market for horticulture and mushroom produce to fast food outlets through-out Gauteng, delivering fresh and price competitive produce.

Automotive

Keeping wheels rolling reliably

From race support services at motocross races, to competitive supply of heavy vehicle services such as tyres, to servicing LDV fleets of large mining service providers, WIBC supported start-ups have provided employment and entrepreneurship opportunities in value chains that have not been easy to transform. Supported by diver stakeholders these entrepreneurs continue to provide industry compliant services.