The FNB Youth Start-up Accelerator (FNB YSA) is a fresh, innovative One-year programme designed to impact 100 young South African entrepreneurs. Run by Fetola, one of Africa's leading business growth professionals, the programme is a purpose-built response to the challenges facing young South Africans today.

Designed to provide aspiring young entrepreneurs with the practical tools to make the leap into business ownership, the programme addresses the critical elements of mindset, risk and the willingness to work outside their comfort zone.

FNB, in partnership with Fetola, are looking for an individual who is passionate about being of service to others and loves coming up with solutions for problems - for their clients/customers, community or even the country.

Do you like a challenge? Do you want to create your future and build your legacy? Do you want to start or grow your own business? Find out if you meet the requirements by reading the eligibility criteria here.

Please note, no applications will be accepted via email or any other channel other than the application form. Applications must be submitted before midday on the 4th of March 2026. For more information, please view our FAQs Here or you can contact us at ysa@fetola.co.za or WhatsApp 066 320 6241.

We respect your right to privacy and therefore aim to ensure that we comply with the legal requirements of the POPI Act which regulates the manner in which we collect, process, store, share and destroy any personal information which you have provided to us.

Please be sure to read The Programme T&C's and Privacy Policy

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