Trade and Sector Development
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Supporting economic growth, jobs, and opportunity in the Western Cape
Trade and Sector Development supports economic growth in the Western Cape by helping businesses grow, attracting investment, increasing exports, and encouraging innovation.
The programme works with businesses, industry partners, and investors to create an enabling environment for growth and job creation. It focuses on practical support that helps businesses expand, improve competitiveness, and access new markets.
In line with the Growth for Jobs (G4J) Strategy, the programme contributes to building a more inclusive, resilient, and globally competitive provincial economy.
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Current Initiatives
Call for Proposals
Graduate Adaptation into Tech Talent Programme - Invitation to forward-thinking training organisations to respond and play a pivotal role in transforming unemployed graduates into industry-ready tech talent.
Funding Initiatives
Access financial support that strengthens business growth, innovation, and competitiveness across key sectors.
Training Initiatives
Access training initiatives to equip your business with skills needed to grow, succeed, and access better opportunities.
Economic Growth Opportunities for Investors
Access in-depth sector intelligence reports to highlight new opportunities for investment and economic growth in the Western Cape.
Latest News
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Design Labs: Co-creating the next generation of Western Cape destinations
Experience Master Class: Growing community tourism
Priority Focus Areas
Trade & Investment
This unit provides oversight on investment, trade and destination marketing activities in the Western Cape. The aim is to increase investment, grow trade, and support job creation in the province.
Sector Development
This unit supports growth and competitiveness in key economic sectors in the Western Cape. The focus is on building stronger industries that can create sustainable jobs and long-term economic value.
Strategic Initiatives
The unit supports major projects that unlock economic growth and investment. These projects help improve the province's ability to attract investment and grow the economy.
Technology and Innovation
The unit promotes innovation and the use of technology to improve business growth and competitiveness. The focus is on building a modern, technology-driven economy.
Green Economy
The unit supports environmentally sustainable economic growth. It also helps businesses transition to more sustainable practices while remaining competitive in a changing global economy.
Tourism
The unit supports the growth and competitiveness of the tourism sector in the Western Cape. It also promotes the province as a leading global destination, supporting jobs and local economic development.
Contact us
For more information, please e-mail us at Dedat.SectorSupport@westerncape.gov.za
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