The Chief Executive Officer of Small-Scale Enterprise Lab, Adesola Jimmy-Eboma, has launched the second cohort of the Manufacturing Business Accelerator Programme to support aspiring African entrepreneurs.

Jimmy-Eboma said in a statement that the programme is a 12-week virtual course to commence on April 20, 2025, and conclude with a business shower on July 17, 2025.

She described the MBA programme as a “flagship initiative” of SSE Lab, designed to equip entrepreneurs with the clarity, confidence, and practical tools needed to launch, package, and scale their businesses within three months.

“The next cohort will focus on practical execution, ensuring every participant graduates with a fully developed product, clear marketing and business strategies, and a well-documented business plan,” she stated.

The SSE Lab boss explained that the curriculum will guide participants from concept development to final product launch, covering topics such as product design and prototyping, market research, business planning, branding and packaging, legal and regulatory compliance, sales and distribution strategy, financial planning, and sustainability.

She said, “The format includes live expert sessions, downloadable workbooks, guided assignments, a learning management system, and one-on-one coaching to provide tailored feedback and accountability.”

According to her, the MBA programme is ideal for side hustlers, corporate professionals, creatives, and startup founders with product ideas or early-stage businesses that need structure, branding, and a path to scale.

“This is not just a course but a movement to build the next generation of product-based businesses that are made in Africa and by Africans,” she added.

The SSE Labs CEO hailed the success of the inaugural cohort, which ran from September to November 2024 at Radisson Blu, Ikeja, culminating in a business shower where participants showcased their products, pitched business plans, and networked with investors and industry stakeholders.

She quoted a participant as saying, “The programme was the exact push I needed to stop dreaming and start doing,” while another added, “The weekly structure gave me the confidence to finally launch and pitch my product with pride.”