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Department of Economic Development and Tourism

Business Support

Service ID:
10178
Topics:
Business, Industry and Tenders

How can we help you?

Start up business

Get on track and start smart.

Get the “How to Start Your Business” booklet.

Funds and investments

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 for investment

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

Connect your business

SMMEs can find linkages to partners where opportunities exist, including municipalities. Download a list of potential funding partners.

Welcoming face to business looking for red tape assistance

Enable your business

Remove bottlenecks in your business environment with the help of the RedTape Reduction unit and the Business Support Helpline. 

Technology

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.

Local economy

Register your Spaza Shop

Protect your customers and strengthen your business by registering your shop and complying with food safety regulations.

Clothing business

Start small. Here are some suggested business guides.

Need some direction? We've got you with our suggested business guides. 

Celebration

Celebrate Entrepreneurship

Listen to successful entrepreneurs from the Western Cape, sharing their entrepreneurial story!