Business Support
How can we help you?
Get on track and start smart.
Get the “How to Start Your Business” booklet.
Understand funding as an SMME
Are you an SMME trying to understand the funding landscape a bit more? We offer the following short video clips on Accessing Finance with some of our partners in the ecosystem
Prepare your business for investment
The Intro to Early-Stage Investing online short course is a free course for aspiring investors, powered by the Western Cape Department of Economic Development and Tourism (DEDAT).
Connect your business
SMMEs can find linkages to partners where opportunities exist, including municipalities. Download a list of potential funding partners.
Enable your business
Remove bottlenecks in your business environment with the help of the RedTape Reduction unit and the Business Support Helpline.
Simplify technology for your business
Empower your businesses with our TechTalks series that showcase practical applications of emerging technologies like AI, cloud computing, automation, and data analytics.
Register your Spaza Shop
Protect your customers and strengthen your business by registering your shop and complying with food safety regulations.
Start small. Here are some suggested business guides.
Need some direction? We've got you with our suggested business guides.
Celebrate Entrepreneurship
Listen to successful entrepreneurs from the Western Cape, sharing their entrepreneurial story!