THE FUND APPLICATION WINDOW IS NOW OPEN
The Department of Economic Development and Tourism (DEDAT) is inviting applications from potential and existing companies as well as intermediaries / organisations that currently assist businesses with exports to apply for financial assistance and support through the Export Competitiveness Enhancement Programme (ECEP). The Export Competitiveness Programme (ECEP) aims to develop and equip business enterprises facing technical challenges to diversify and access international markets.
The ECEP Fund will provide comprehensive support to businesses and Intermediaries / organisations that are dedicated to implementing programmes and projects fostering their export initiative. The programme support will focus on the following services:
The Fund is geared towards businesses that are existing exporters or potential exporters in the following sub-sectors but not limited to:
The following exclusions should be noted when applying for the fund:
a) Operational and working capital.
b) Contributing to production costs or purchase of stock.
c) Building any kind of infrastructure.
d) Enterprises not based in the Western Cape.
Funding Criteria
Priority will be given to companies operating in industries with high export potential identified in the Western Cape economy. The planned intervention intends to develop successful exporters meeting client needs in a professional manner.
Qualifying Criteria
Qualifying Organisation / intermediary and / or businesses must meet the following minimum requirements:
Submission of Applications
We recommend that you familiarise yourself with the online form and other relevant documentation so that you have the necessary information at hand when completing your application.
Application Form for Businesses
Application Form for Organisations/Intermediaries
ONLY ONLINE APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED
Only applications submitted via the online process, will be considered. No emailed or hand-delivered applications will be considered.
The fund is contingent upon budget availability, which will be made accessible through an open fund. The allocation of funds will be at the discretion of the Department, based on evaluation criteria and the availability of budgetary resources.