Empowering Women Entrepreneurs in Real Estate: The Role of Skills Training in Driving Success in Limpopo, South Africa

Felicity Khensani Mathye, Risimati Maurice Khosa and Collins Chigaemecha Ngwakwe
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Felicity Khensani Mathye: Department of Applied Management, University of South Africa, Pretoria, South Africa
Risimati Maurice Khosa: Department of Applied Management, University of South Africa, Pretoria, South Africa
Collins Chigaemecha Ngwakwe: Graduate School of Leadership, Faculty of Management and Law, University of Limpopo, South Africa

Economics and Applied Informatics, 2026, issue 1, 18-28

Abstract: This article explores the relationship between skills training and the success of women entrepreneurs in the real estate services sector; this study analyses qualitative data collected from 18 women in the South African real estate industry. The results show that a variety of training methods, including as official degrees and informal education, have a major impact on confidence, business performance, and entrepreneurial resilience. There are still obstacles such a lack of mentorship, budgetary limitations, and institutional inefficiencies. The article ends with actionable suggestions for enhancing training assistance and inclusion systems to promote women's involvement and advancement in real estate business.

Keywords: women entrepreneurship; skills training; real estate services sector; entrepreneurial resilience; business performance (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2026
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DOI: 10.35219/eai15840409571

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