At Lepharo Incubation Programme NPC, our mission is clear: to build compliant, competitive, and sustainable SMMEs that can thrive in South Africa’s evolving economy.
A powerful example of this impact is Delivered Pty Ltd, a North West-based enterprise led by Mr Thabang Nhlapo, who was recently shortlisted in the Top 20 entrepreneurs across the North West Province in the Mr Price Foundation Entrepreneur Competition.
This milestone reflects not just participation — but readiness to compete at a provincial level.
Competing Among the Best
The competition required entrepreneurs to develop and pitch a structured presentation covering:
Business Model Canvas
Innovation and ideation
Strategic growth planning
Operational sustainability
Delivered Pty Ltd distinguished itself among the entire provincial delegation, earning a place in the Top 20 — a significant achievement in a highly competitive environment.
Although the company did not advance to the Top 3 finalists, the recognition affirms the strength of its business foundations and long-term growth strategy.
How Lepharo’s Business Incubation Programme Made the Difference
Through Lepharo’s structured incubation and business development support, Delivered Pty Ltd strengthened critical areas of the business, including:
✅ Business model refinement
✅ Financial discipline and reporting
✅ Compliance and governance
✅ Health, Safety & Environmental (HSE) standards
✅ Ethical business practices
This comprehensive support ensured that when the opportunity to pitch at a provincial level arose, the business was prepared, confident, and aligned with best practice standards.
Lepharo’s incubation approach goes beyond training — it builds operational maturity and market readiness.
A Testament to Sustainable SMME Growth
Reflecting on the achievement, Mr Thabang Nhlapo shared:
“Being shortlisted in the Top 20 of the North West Province for the Mr Price Foundation Entrepreneur Competition was a major milestone for Delivered Pty Ltd. The business coaching and mentorship received through Lepharo strengthened our business model, compliance, financial discipline, and HSE standards. Although we did not reach the Top 3, this achievement affirmed our growth and readiness to compete at a higher level. Lepharo’s support has positioned us for sustainable success.”
Looking Ahead: Building Competitive North West Businesses
Being shortlisted in the Top 20 is not just a milestone — it is a signal of long-term potential.
As Delivered Pty Ltd continues its growth journey, Lepharo remains committed to supporting entrepreneurs across North West and beyond with:
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Business coaching
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Compliance support
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Market readiness preparation
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Financial and governance strengthening
Success for us is not only about winning competitions — it is about building resilient, compliant, and scalable enterprises that contribute meaningfully to South Africa’s economy.
