Welcome
Biashara is a Kiswahili word for “business” and it emphasizes the fact that with this initiative UPG is supporting entrepreneurs and all those looking to create impact through business.
ABOUT
UPG Biashara is an initiative that supports entrepreneurs in their journey to turn ideas into businesses. This includes growing and strengthening existing enterprises. Biashara is a Kiswahili word for “business” and it emphasizes the fact that with this initiative UPG is supporting entrepreneurs and all those looking to create impact through business.
Application Deadline
31 December, 2023 (Extended until January 19, 2024)
Congratulations to The Class of 2023!
THANK YOU!
The #UPGBiashara Learning Journey is complete and the numbers are impactful.Thank you to everyone who made this possible from visionary partners and collaborators to an inspiring Class of #UPGBiashara Entrepreneurs
Achievements and ongoing objectives
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Certified 350+ UPG Biashara Entrepreneurs who completed an intensive Learning Journey – 2023
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65.6% Male, 34.1% Female and 0.3% Non-Binary from 52 countries and territories across all world regions
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Ongoing support for entrepreneurs with the Action Journey
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Providing financial support to entrepreneurs ranging from USD 5,000 to USD 20,000
Selected Dates In The #UPG Biashara Timeline
1 September 2023
Applications Open for the Class of 2024 of UPGBiashara Entrepreneurs
31 December 2023
Applications Deadline for the Class of 2024 of UPGBiashara Entrepreneurs Extended Until January 19, 2024.
9 February 2024
Applicants are notified of the
Selection for the Class of 2024
12 February 2024
Orientation begins for #UPGBiashara
16 February 2024
Orientation ends for #UPGBiashara
19 February 2024
The #UPGBiashara Journey begins
2 April 2024
Conclusion of the #UPGBiashara Learning Journey
3 April 2024
Beginning for the #UPGBiashara Action Journey, including: events, mentorship, grants and more.
The Diamonds Do Good® Entrepreneurship Grant
The Diamonds Do Good® Entrepreneurship Grant is a USD 100,000 partnership between Diamonds Do Good® and United People Global that provides financial support and business expertise to promising entrepreneurs. The grant sizes range between USD 5,000 and USD 20,000. The 2022 Diamonds Do Good® Entrepreneurship Grant will be won by entrepreneurs from diamond-producing countries in southern Africa.
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UPG Biashara Upcoming Events
Biashara Information Session
#UPGBiashara
Join the UPG Biashara Information Session. To learn about how the programme will help you gain more knowledge on entrepreneurship or refine potential business idea.
Random Walk
#UPGBiashara
A Random Walk on Entrepreneurship sessions are for you to join other experienced panelists as they speak about their experiences and challenges on their entrepreneurial journey and interact with them; helping you gain a different outlook on certain things or reinforce what you already know!
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
UPG Biashara is an initiative that supports entrepreneurs in their journey to turn ideas into businesses. This includes growing and strengthening existing enterprises.
You can apply by clicking this link: upglive.org/UPGBiashara and filling the application form where you will be asked some questions about yourself and you business.
Yes, to make your application much stronger.
* Anyone who is 18 and above.
* Applicants from all region across the globe.
* Applicants who have business ideas.
* Applicants who have established business or businesses.
* Applicants who do not have a business or a business idea but have strong motivation to becoming an entrepreneur.
* Entrepreneurship skills from world class instructors across the globe.
* Network and support from a global community of entrepreneurs.
* Grant prizes support for your business growth ranging from USD 5000 to USD 20000.
* Mentorships from experts in the different business industry.
We expect that all applicants should understand English. As English is the primary language we use in delivering our course structure.
The application/training is FREE. The payment is not compulsory. If you would like to contribute to the good causes UPG carry out through her diverse initiatives like the UPG Biashara and the UPG Sustainability, you are free to make payment.
No, you wouldn’t. As long as you have a business or a business idea and you show strong motivation in your application.
Yes, you have a high chance of getting into the program if you pay.