Standard Bank Inclusive Excellence Awards
Champion inclusion. Unlock potential. Advance business success.
The Standard Bank Inclusive Excellence Awards is an initiative of Standard Bank Business and Commercial Banking, SA, delivered through its Enterprise and Supplier Development unit.
The awards recognise and celebrate small, medium and micro enterprises owned and led by persons with disabilities nationally. The initiative aims to advance inclusive entrepreneurship by supporting business sustainability, growth and long-term impact.
Through this platform, Standard Bank acknowledges entrepreneurs who show resilience, leadership and innovation, and who contribute to a more inclusive economy.
Applicants are invited to apply to attend the event by completing the registration form. Please note that Standard Bank will not cover any travel costs associated with attending this event.
The awards will take place on Thursday 23 April 2026 in Mpumalanga, Mbombela. Attendance is free.
What to expect?
- Inspiring key address from business owners with disability
- Networking opportunity with key stakeholders
- Access to information around grants and funding for your business
Qualifying criteria to register as an attendee:
- Your business must be formally registered with CIPC or a relevant authority
- Your business must be actively operating
- Priority consideration will be given to businesses whose sectors are aligned with the development goals (agriculture and agri-processing, tourism and film, green economy, technology and ICT, manufacturing and finance)
- Your business goals and reasons for attending should align with the event objectives
Please see the Inclusive Excellence Awards T&Cs