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Introducing the Value Creation Challenge 2025 Overall Winners, startups that delivered compelling pitches and set the pace in their Pillars: 🏆Creative Industries: Evolve Design Studio 🏆Emerging Industries: Flying Protein 🏆Innovative Tech: HighRise Africa 🏆Sustainability: Amalgamated Fresh Solutions We extend our heartfelt gratitude to our partners for their unwavering support that empowers these startups to thrive. Watch this space for exciting updates as they continue the #VCC journey as alumni. Stay updated on our VCC WhatsApp channel: whatsapp.com/channel/0029Vb… #VCC5 #InnovationLeaders #StartupSuccess #ValueCreation #businessincubation #startupgrowth #startupincubation

The Value Creation Challenge (VCC6) applications are open. The programme is designed for startups and entrepreneurs building prototypes and MVPs across our pillars: Creative Industries, Emerging Industries, Sustainability, and Innovative Technologies. Participants gain access to business development support, mentorship, and startup networks to help strengthen and grow their ventures. Selected entrepreneurs may receive up to US$ 15,000 in funding. Learn more and apply now: vcc.co.zw #ValueCreationChallenge #Funding #Opportunity #Startup #MVP #BusinessDevelopment #Entrepreneur

This past Saturday, we wrapped up the final session of HerTronics: Digital Daisy’s, and what an incredible day it was! A huge thank you to all the amazing ladies who joined us, and got hands-on with AI tools, built digital assets, and even assembled their very own LED business signs. Your creativity, curiosity, and drive continue to inspire us. At Eight2Five, we are proud to create spaces where women can explore, experiment, and grow their businesses, and this is just the beginning. Stay tuned for more opportunities to learn, build, and innovate! #HerTronics #DigitalDaisys #WomensMonth2026 #WomenInBusiness #Innovation #Entrepreneurship #Eight2FiveHub #OldMutualZw @TMEeducation

Hardware. Code. Logic. 🛠️💻 The NextGen Anchors Program 2.0 (The Shipper Edition) is now taking registrations for students aged 15-19. 🔹 Master Arduino & ESP32. 🔹 Circuitry & Sensors. 🔹 Core Coding Logic. This a hybrid program designed for Day Scholars & Boarders. Enrol your child now: forms.gle/2e7xLjioFt89bp… #Coding #Arduino #OldMutualZw #Eight2FiveHub

Week 4 of the #VCC6 Business Clinics Tour is here: 📍 MSU – 23 March | 10am 📍 NUST – 24 March | 9am 📍 GSU – 26 March | 9am 📍 Jabula NLCC (Bulawayo)– 27 Mar | 5:30pm Near these locations? Don’t miss out. Register 👉 forms.gle/6fgGVMWiyE1VgW… #Startup #Entrepreneur #Funding #StartupSupport

Submitting your VCC application? Pause for a second. 👀 Once you submit, you can’t make changes — so get it right the first time. Review your application, complete every section, or click “Save for Later.” If anything is missing, it won’t go through. Take your time, then submit with confidence. 🚀 Application link: vcc.co.zw #VCC6 #StartupsZimbabwe #Opportunity #Funding #StartupIncubation #Eight2FiveHub

🚀 VCC6 Applications Are Now Open! Building a prototype, MVP, or early-market solution? The Value Creation Challenge by Eight2Five Innovation Hub, powered by @OldMutualZW and in partnership with @zwBritish, @UKinZimbabwe , Zimbabwe Agricultural Development Trust, @SNVZim Netherlands Development Organisation, and @SwissEmbZim supports early-stage startups with mentorship, expert-led learning, networks, and venture support. Ready to grow your startup? Apply now: vcc.co.zw #StartupGrowth #StartupDevelopment #MVP #Opportunity #BusinessIncubation #BusinessDevelopment #Funding

Dear Entrepreneurs and Startup Founders, Did you know that all  companies, including startups, must re-register under the Companies and Other Business Entities (COBE) Act by April 20, 2026, or risk being barred from formal operations? We are curious to understand where you stand as the deadline approaches. Leave your response in the poll below ⬇️ #Eight2FiveHub #Startup #COBE #CompanyRegistration #Zimbabwe #OldMutualZw

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The VCC6 Business Clinics Tour continues. 🚀 After engaging with entrepreneurs and innovators across several cities, we are back on the road this week to meet more founders building solutions in their communities. The Business Clinics are designed to create space for practical conversations around entrepreneurship and innovation, supporting founders who are working on prototypes and MVPs and looking to strengthen their ventures. 📍 This week we are heading to: • Great Zimbabwe University • Chiredzi • Gweru • Midlands State University Register to attend the Business Clinic in your city: forms.gle/6fgGVMWiyE1VgW… #VCC6 #Startup #Entrepreneur #BusinessDevelopment #StartupSupport #StartupBusiness #Eight2FiveHub

Last week on the VCC6 Business Clinics Tour, we had the opportunity to engage with entrepreneurs and innovators in Mutare, Mutasa District, and at Africa University. Across these stops, we met founders building practical solutions, testing ideas, and demonstrating the kind of entrepreneurship and innovation that grows from solving real community challenges. The conversations were insightful, the engagement was strong, and the momentum continues to build. This week the tour continues to Great Zimbabwe University, Chiredzi and Gweru. If you are an entrepreneur working on a prototype or MVP, register to join the VCC6 Business Clinics in your city: forms.gle/6fgGVMWiyE1VgW… #VCC6 #StartupGrowth #BusinessDevelopment #StartupBusiness #Entrepreneur #Zimbabwe

Are you overlooking your acquisition costs? Building a foundation of trust and visibility is the engine that ultimately moves a customer to buy from you.  It takes a coordinated infrastructure of design, messaging, and tech to turn a cold lead into a loyal user, and these layers of acquisition often carry costs that go far beyond the initial launch. In this 4th edition of hidden costs startups miss, we are breaking down the budget-killers most founders ignore. Swipe through to see the 5 hidden costs of Brand & Acquisition that every founder needs to bake into their business plan. Which of these costs did you underestimate when you first launched? Let’s discuss in the comments. 👇 #Marketing #Sales #BrandReach #StartupCosts #Eight2FiveHub #OldMutualZw

Mutoko, Murehwa & Rusape, you were amazing! 🌟 50+ founders trained Hands-on business model and pitch support Practical mentorship delivered to startups and SMEs Week 1 of the VCC6 Business Clinics Tour set the tone for an exciting journey ahead. Next stops: MUAST, Mutare, AU, Mutasa, Matobo, secure your seat now: forms.gle/6fgGVMWiyE1VgW… #VCC6 #BusinessClinics #StartupSupport #SMEGrowth #EntrepreneurshipZW

Serious builders create serious environments for themselves. Where you work influences how you think, how you execute, and how you grow. Elevate your build: apply.eight2five.africa Powered by @OldMutualZW #Workspace #Startup #HotDesk #Harare #OfficeSpace #Entrepreneur #Eight2Fivehub #OldMutualZw

The #VCC6 Tour is officially in high gear! 🚀 Swipe for snippets from yesterday in Murehwa, where the energy was electric. We spent the day igniting young minds and capacitating local entrepreneurs with the literacy tools needed for truly sustainable entrepreneurship. Murehwa showed us exactly why the future of Zim business is bright. We’re taking the weekend to recharge and gear up for an even bigger week ahead.  📍 Where we are headed next: MUAST • AU •  Mutare • Mutasa  👉 Don't let the tour pass you by. Secure your spot now: forms.gle/6fgGVMWiyE1VgW… #BusinessClinics #StartupDevelopment #Startup #Eoght2FiveHub

Stop settling for "good enough" meeting spaces. Did you know our boardrooms are open to everyone? You don’t need a membership to access: ✔️ Seating for up to 12 ✔️ Modern conferencing tech ✔️ High-speed, secure internet ✔️ A quiet, professional environment From one-hour syncs to all-day strategy marathons, we’ve got you covered. 📍 Contact us to reserve your spot: +263 780 250 091 #MeetingSpace #BoardroomRental #ProfessionalWorkspace #EntrepreneurLife #MeetingRoom #OldMutualZw #Eight2FiveHub

VCC6 Business Clinics Tour: Stop 1 ✅ Yesterday in Mutoko, the energy was undeniable. We had honest conversations, tackled real business challenges, and witnessed powerful “aha!” moments. This is the impact of meeting founders where they are, with practical support and meaningful engagement. Mutoko, thank you for the openness, the drive, and the commitment to growth. 🚀 Next stop: Murehwa, see you today. Then on to Rusape tomorrow. The journey continues. #VCC6 #Eight2FiveHub #entrepreneurs #OldMutual #Startup #businessdevelopment @OldMutualZW @UKinZimbabwe @zwBritish @zadtonline @SNVZimbabwe @SwissEmbZim

Your MVP might be too "expensive" for your customers—and we are not talking about the price tag. 📉 If your app: -Is over 50MB (The Data Burden) -Only takes Visa/Mastercard (The Payment Gap) -Requires 5G to load smoothly ...you aren't building for the Zimbabwean mass market. We’ve listed the 5 biggest product traps for 2026. Check if your startup is on the list: eight2five.africa/2026/02/24/fro…