Peo Business Hub
Planting Ideas, Growing Businesses
About The Business Hub
Peo Business Hub is a township-based entrepreneurial and business support initiative established under the Way Of Life Academy NPO, in partnership with WOL Academy and Barlo Projects. Rooted in the spirit of growth and opportunity, “Peo” (meaning seed) reflects our mission to help entrepreneurs plant their ideas, nurture them with the right support, and grow them into sustainable businesses.
Operating from Vosloorus, Gauteng, the Hub serves as a community development project, providing a comprehensive platform for skills training, business incubation, market access, and funding readiness — designed to empower SMMEs, startups, and informal businesses to thrive while fostering socio-economic development and job creation.
At its core, Peo Business Hub nurtures small businesses from seed to success. Through the support and oversight of the Way Of Life Academy NPO, and in collaboration with WOL Academy and Barlo Projects, we empower SMMEs to grow sustainably while offering funders and partners a reliable platform to invest in structured, accountable, and impact-driven enterprises.
Vision & Mission
Vision
To be a leading entrepreneurial hub that transforms township and rural businesses into innovative, competitive, and sustainable enterprises.
Mission
Our mission is to plant ideas and grow businesses by equipping entrepreneurs with training, support, and opportunities. We are committed to creating an enabling environment where businesses thrive, communities prosper, and innovation flourishes.
Problem & Solution
Problem Statement
Despite the availability of funding opportunities from government, corporates, and development organizations, many SMMEs struggle to access and effectively use these resources. Challenges include:
- Difficulty in meeting compliance or qualifying criteria.
- Limited expertise to manage funds and business operations effectively.
- Lack of awareness of funding opportunities.
- Red tape that discourages entrepreneurs.
This results in missed opportunities, misused funds, and stagnant business growth — weakening both entrepreneurs and funders’ intended impact.
Solution Approach
Peo Business Hub bridges the gap between funders and entrepreneurs by:
- Helping SMMEs become compliant and fund-ready.
- Providing mentorship, advisory services, and accountability structures.
- Reducing barriers so funding reaches deserving businesses.
- Supporting sustainable growth with skills development and clear business goals.
By addressing both access to funding and capacity to use funding effectively, we ensure that businesses not only secure opportunities but also thrive from them.
Values & Objectives
Core Values
- Empowerment – equipping entrepreneurs with tools, knowledge, and networks.
- Innovation – fostering creative solutions and technology-driven growth.
- Collaboration – building partnerships that strengthen business ecosystems.
- Integrity – delivering services with professionalism and transparency.
- Impact – focusing on measurable socio-economic development and job creation.
Key Objectives
- Formalize and strengthen township and rural-based businesses.
- Equip entrepreneurs with SETA-aligned, industry-relevant skills.
- Provide incubation, mentorship, and advisory support.
- Create access to finance and market linkages.
- Establish a sustainable and impactful revenue model.
Our Services
At Peo Business Hub, we provide tailored solutions to meet the unique needs of our target audience — emerging entrepreneurs, startups, township and rural-based SMMEs, and informal businesses seeking formalization. Our services are designed to support businesses at every stage of their journey, from idea to growth and sustainability.
Skills Development & Training
SETA-accredited workshops that equip entrepreneurs with practical and industry-relevant knowledge.
Digital Skills & Innovation
Empowering businesses to adopt e-commerce and technology-driven solutions.
Business Incubation
Access to workspace, coaching, and structured incubation programs.
Access to Markets & Finance
Connecting entrepreneurs with buyers, partners, and funding institutions.
Facility Rentals
Professional spaces available, including boardrooms, classrooms, computer labs, projectors, and a multipurpose meeting hall.
Business Advisory & Mentorship
Personalized guidance to strengthen strategy, operations, and leadership.
Networking & Events
Providing platforms for entrepreneurs to showcase, learn, and connect through forums, exhibitions, and trade fairs.
Strategic Partners
Partnerships are at the heart of Peo Business Hub’s mission. As a project of the Way Of Life Academy NPO, the Hub benefits from a strong foundation of collaboration and community-driven development. By working closely with organizations that bring expertise, resources, and networks, we provide holistic support to entrepreneurs and SMMEs.
Way Of Life Academy NPO
The Way Of Life Academy is a registered Non-Profit Organization dedicated to education, youth empowerment, skills development, and community upliftment. The Academy provides oversight and governance to the Peo Business Hub, ensuring that all initiatives align with social impact and enterprise development objectives.
WOL Academy
An accredited training and skills development institution under the Way Of Life Academy NPO, WOL Academy focuses on entrepreneurship, vocational training, and personal growth — equipping individuals and emerging business leaders with practical, industry-relevant knowledge.
Barlo Projects
Barlo Projects is a dynamic enterprise development company specializing in business advisory, incubation, and enterprise support services. As an implementation partner, it brings expertise in mentorship, compliance, and business structuring to help entrepreneurs build sustainable and competitive businesses.
Partnership
In addition to these core partners, the Way Of Life Academy NPO actively seeks partnerships with corporates, government institutions, and industry bodies to extend Peo Business Hub’s reach and impact.