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Sector Development

Biotechnology Strategy for South Africa

(Strategic Plan or Business Plan) Department of Science and Technology (National) (The Government of South Africa)

Cape Information Technology Initiative (CITI) Website

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CITI is a not-for-profit organisation focused on developing the ICT industry in the Western Cape. CITI's goal is to promote Cape Town as a global IT hub and gateway into Africa, thereby facilitating the creation of jobs and prosperity through IT. This website contains information on CITI business development cluster marketing and networking research and public policy skills development.

Industrial Development Corporation of South Africa (IDC) Website

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This website provides background information on the IDC and its activities locally and elsewhere in Africa. It contains detailed information on obtaining financial assistance for your business through the IDC.

Information on Industry Sectors

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You can obtain information on business and industrial sectors both provincially and nationally through a variety of state departments and public entities.   Wesgro has undertaken detailed background studies on numerous sectors in the Western Cape and has also produced easy-to-read fact sheets based on these reports.

Technology for Women in Business (TWIB) Website

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This site contains information on TWIB, including details of TWIB projects and events. It also includes information on business planning and presentations. It also includes details of TWIB training which includes modules on introducing PCs, using ITC in business and e-business.

Western Cape Information and Communication Technology Sector Scan 2001: Executive Summary

(Reports and Research) (File type: pdf; size: 631.12 KB)Department of Trade and Industry (National) (The Government of South Africa)