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Department of Economic Development and Tourism

Digital Economy Unit

Digital Economy

About Us

The digital economy, as a component of technological innovation, is regarded as the main driver of economic growth in developed and developing countries

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What we do

The Digital Economy Unit aims to support and stimulate the usage, readiness, and accessibility of digital technology by citizens and businesses and to support private-sector innovation and technology verticals within the Province

Current Initiatives

Digital ecosystem environment

Building Ecosystems

Strengthen the ease of doing business and promote ecosytems of technology and innovation

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Driving Innovation and R&D

Stimulate growth of and demand for innovation and technology start-ups and scale-ups

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Advancing Venture Capital

Establishing the Western Cape as a venture capital hub for start-ups and scale-ups

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Increasing Skills

Supporting human capital development

Resources

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GoDigital Western Cape

Helping and supporting small businesses with practical tools, tips and information on moving their business online and using digital technologies

Past Initiatives

Digital Initiatives the unit has undertaken in the past

Publications and Reports

Go here to view Publications and Reports produced by the Digital Economy Unit

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Contact Us

For more information, please contact us at dedat.broadband@westerncape.gov.za