News and Speeches for Department of Economic Development and Tourism
VISA reforms welcomed, but follow through is urgently required
13 April 2023I welcome the announcement made this morning by President Cyril Ramaphosa at the 5th South Africa Investment Conference of several reforms to the country’s VISA regime. The key announcements made include: Read More
Minister Wenger encourages residents to get out and explore the Western Cape
5 April 2023“As we look forward to a busy period in our tourism calendar, I encourage residents of the Western Cape to get out and explore the amazing and diverse experiences on offer. Read More
4th Port Stakeholder Workshop IDs need for greater private sector participation
23 January 2023On Friday, 20 January 2023, Minister of Finance and Economic Opportunities, Mireille Wenger, hosted the fourth annual Port Stakeholder Engagement, bringing together representatives from across the port logistics value chain, experts in maritime trans Read More
WCERA 2021: Celebrating the Western Cape’s entrepreneurial excellence
29 November 2021The Western Cape Entrepreneurship Recognition Awards (WCERA) took place as a hybrid virtual event at FNB Conference Centre, Portside on 25 November 2021, during which twelve inspiring entrepreneurs were recognised for their hard-work and resilience... Read More
Join our virtual celebration of the Western Cape’s entrepreneurial talent
23 November 2021The Western Cape Entrepreneurship Recognition Awards (WCERA) recognises the achievements and potential of the most inspiring entrepreneurs in the Western Cape. Read More
Entries now open for the 2021 Western Cape Entrepreneurship Recognition Awards
15 July 2021We are calling on the most inspiring and resilient entrepreneurs in the province to enter the annual Western Cape Entrepreneurship Recognition Awards (WCERA). Read More
WCG extends deadline for its request for information on renewable energy project
13 July 2021We have extended the deadline on the Request for Information (RFI) for our Municipal Energy Resilience (MER) Project to 19 JULY 2021 at 18:00. Read More
Office of the consumer protector supports “smart” consumer spending during Covid
15 March 2021Today, 15 March marks World Consumer Rights Day. Celebrated internationally, this day is set aside to celebrate consumer rights across the globe. Read More
Listen to our Business Support Radio Show Part 3: Filling the skills gap
4 March 2020On 3 March, the Minister of Finance and Economic Opportunities, David Maynier, the Acting Chief Director for Skills Development & Innovation at the Department for the Department of Economic Development and Tourism, Nezaam Joseph, and the... Read More
Listen to our Business Support Radio Show Part 2: Tackling business challenges
28 February 2020On 27 February, the Minister of Finance and Economic Opportunities, David Maynier, the HOD for the Department of Economic Development and Tourism, Solly Fourie, and the Chief Director for the Green Economy, Helen Davies, spoke to Wayne Mckay from... Read More
Listen to our Business Support Radio Show Part 1: Starting or growing a business
18 February 2020On 18 February, the the Minister of Finance and Economic Opportunities, David Maynier and the HOD for the Department of Economic Development and Tourism, Solly Fourie, spoke to Wayne Mckay from Bush Radio about how the Western Cape government is... Read More
Minister David Maynier welcomes World Economic Forum (WEF) on Africa
30 August 2019As the Western Cape Government we welcome the delegates attending the World Economic Forum Read More
Test Kitchen’s unique drought approach helping to save jobs
26 February 2018The world-renowned restaurant, The Test Kitchen has introduced an innovative Drought Kitchen menu which is aimed at saving water, and will secure jobs at the restaurant. Read More
Apprenticeships an important tool in tackling youth unemployment
15 February 2018In a bid to make it easier for businesses to take on apprentices, the Western Cape Government has enlisted the help of its highly successful Red Tape Reduction Unit. Read More
Western Cape shows highest job gains in South Africa in latest employment data
13 February 2018Statistics South Africa jobs data for the last quarter of 2017, released today, shows that the Western Cape created the most jobs last quarter of any province, at 92 000 jobs created. We also recorded the highest year-on-year increase in the number... Read More
Red tape reduction focus at Ministry First Thursday
29 January 2018This First Thursday, the Western Cape Ministry of Economic Development will focus on reducing red tape for businesses. The Western Cape’s Red Tape Reduction Unit will be launching their new look website and their small business start-up guide at... Read More
Minister of Economic Opportunities Alan Winde on cruise ship season
26 January 2018The arrival in Cape Town today of the luxurious Queen Mary ocean liner marks the peak of a strong cruise season for Cape Town. Read More
Local animation studio Triggerfish does the Western Cape proud
24 January 2018Minister of Economic Opportunities, Alan Winde, has congratulated local animation studio Triggerfish for their superb work on the Oscar nominated film Revolting Rhymes. Read More
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