Join Koa’s free Online Entrepreneurship Challenge

An accredited course for anyone aged 9-16

At Koa Academy, we are passionate about turning ideas into action! Our Online Entrepreneurship Challenge is an engaging real-world project for anyone aged 9-16, accredited by Pranary Business School!

Join us and be guided through a step-by-step process of developing, refining and launching a real business – key skills every young person should learn. Koa students take on this challenge each year, and now you can too – including the chance to pitch!

How Does It Work?

Over five weeks, you’ll follow a step-by-step journey to build and launch a real business – from spotting a problem to pitching your idea to real angel investors.

100% Online with Experienced Mentorship

Join a fully virtual, interactive experience where you’ll receive guidance from qualified Koa teachers to develop and launch your business idea.

Accredited Entrepreneurship Course

Upon successful completion of the course, you’ll earn a Level 1 Entrepreneurship Certificate, accredited by Pranary Business School.

Flexible Learning

Set aside just one hour per week to work on your project and complete the lessons – this can be done at your own pace and in your own time!

Weekly Sessions

Every Wednesday afternoon, you’ll meet with an experienced mentor for an hour and receive live coaching in a group. They’ll review your progress, provide valuable insights, and help you refine your business strategy as you prepare for your final presentation.

From Idea to Impact

Learn how to identify a problem, develop a solution, and turn it into a profitable venture – all while engaging with other young entrepreneurs! At the end of this experience, you’ll have created a business pitch in the form of a presentation.

Pitch to Investors

On 4 June at 3pm, present your business idea to a panel of real-life angel investors and industry experts. Get professional feedback and advice and stand a chance to win a R3,500 cash investment to kickstart your venture.

Ready to learn how to build a business?

Join Koa’s Online Entrepreneurship Challenge and make it happen!

Why Should You Participate?

Earn an Accredited Certificate

Every participant who successfully completes the course will earn a Level 1 Entrepreneurship Certificate, accredited by Pranary Business School – a valuable asset for any young entrepreneur’s CV.