Monday, October 20, 2025 by Times Reporter

 

On October 24 –25, 2025, Eswatini will host what organisers promise will be ‘unlike anything you’ve ever experienced before,’  the LaunchPad Business Conference at the TLC Events Centre under the banner of launching Bible-based business principles.

New platform where faith and commerce intersect

The core premise of the event is compelling in its simplicity: fuse spiritual values with practical business acumen to uplift a new generation of purpose-driven entrepreneurs.

Over two days, delegates will engage in mentorship workshops, keynote addresses, panel discussions and practical sessions across topics such as finance, branding, compliance, marketing mindset and growth strategy.

While faith is the anchor, LaunchPad emphasises that the sessions will not be abstract or theoretical. Expect tactical workshops on scaling your business smarter, strengthening finances and marketing with impact; all while staying rooted in one’s values and principles.

Speakers, mentors and the experience

LaunchPad has lined up a mix of local and international business leaders investors and practitioners who have walked the journey from humble beginnings to noteworthy success.

Attendees will have access to 18 interactive sessions, four keynote addresses and dynamic panel events designed to spark fresh thinking and action.

One of the draws is the VIP track which includes special seating exclusive sessions and a VIP-only dinner with speakers before the start of the conference.

There’s also a giveaway opportunity for a full VIP package, including coaching calls with guest entrepreneurs. Post-event, LaunchPad promises continued support via the LaunchPad Business Incubator, a mechanism designed to help participants translate insights into sustained business traction.

Who should attend and why

Aspiring business owners early-stage entrepreneurs and those who wish to infuse meaning into their venture will find LaunchPad particularly compelling.

The event aims to bridge the gap between spiritual aspiration and commercial viability by offering:

• A blueprint for integrating faith into leadership and decision-making
• Financial literacy and market access insights
• Practical growth levers in branding, compliance and marketing operations
• Access to mentors and peer networks grounded in shared values

In a market where entrepreneurial ecosystems are still maturing, such an event has the potential to stimulate new ventures and strengthen existing ones.

Logistics registration and pricing

The conference runs from 8am to 5pm (GMT+2) each day at TLC Events Centre, Sidvokodvo. Ticket tiers are structured to meet varying needs:

• General admission: E350, includes access to main conference sessions plus conference materials.
• VIP admission: E1 000, which includes general access plus VIP seating, exclusive sessions, morning tea and lunch on both days and additional programme extras.

Seats are limited and the organisers note that 90 per cent of tickets have already been sold.

What to watch for

• How deeply the faith-based framework permeates the business advice
• The calibre and relevance of mentoring and networking connections
• The viability of post-conference support in converting plans into revenue

Whether the event spawns new enterprises in Eswatini and whether those ventures will sustain.