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Welcome to the Department of Economic Development and Tourism's website. 

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Here you will find the latest News and Media Articles.

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  • Be Financially Savvy

    Get to know your finances. How to save and spend without breaking your bank. Here are some tips for you to become financially savvy. 

    Be Financially Savvy

  • Export Competitiveness Enhancement Programme

    The Export Competitiveness Enhancement Programme (ECEP) Fund aims to develop and equip business enterprises facing technical challenges to diversify and access international markets. 

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  • Tourism Safety Tips

    Download our latest tourism safety travel tips and find out how we can help international tourists in distress.

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  • Skills Opportunities

    We invite all organisations that can provide experiential learning opportunities to the youth or would like to act as lead employers to apply for funding. 

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  • Business Infrastructure Support Proramme

    We are committed to supporting the Department of Small Business Development (DSBD) in promoting the Business Infrastructure Support Programme (BISP) across the Western Cape.

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  • Capital Matching Initiative

    SMEs can be matched directly with multiple funders that align with their funding needs. Find out how to participate.

    Inviting Small and Medium Enterprises to apply for the Capital Matching initiative

  • Do you know if your business is export ready?

    Take the Online Export Course. Create your account and start the course. 

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  • Support for spaza shops and other food handling outlets

    All spaza shops and other food-handling outlets must register within the municipalities where they operate.

    Support for spaza shop owners

  • Starting your own business?

    Check out our business guides if you want to start a business in food & beverage, cleaning, and clothing retail services.

    Apply for DEDAT Stipend Funding

  • Celebrating Entrepreneurship Promotion

    Need some encouragement to become an aspiring entrepreneur? We got you. 

    Celebrating Achievements
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Meet the Minister

Dr Ivan Meyer, was appointed the Minister of Agriculture, Economic Development and Tourism in the Western Cape Government on 12 June 2024.

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Our Publications

Access the annual publications including the Growth for Jobs Strategy.

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Guidelines and Regulations

Guidelines and Regulations

Here we feature the latest initiatives, guidelines, and regulations.

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Economic Intelligence

Here you will find statistics and economic information designed to assist you to make better informed decisions on the Western Cape economy.

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