Tag: economic development
City summit puts manufacturing at the heart of Cape Town’s economic agenda
Business and industry leaders, government officials, and investors gathered at City Hall for the inaugural Cape Town Manufacturing Summit, jointly hosted by the City...
Tax systems in Africa must be revamped to boost economic growth
A new study at Stellenbosch University (SU) found that tax administration in many African countries is inefficient, hindering revenue collection. This points to potential...
Successful Demonstration of Honeybush Retort is good news for Garden Route wild harvesters and...
Anton Bredell, Western Cape Minister of Local Government, Environmental Affairs and Development Planning recently congratulated the different entities that worked together to make progress...
The Western Cape is ready for a bumper summer tourism season
According to Dr Ivan Meyer, provincial Minister of Agriculture, Economic Development and Tourism, the Western Cape is set for another bumper summer tourism season...
Upgrades to Huguenot Tunnel to provide economic boost for Western Cape
Upgrades to the Huguenot tunnel, between Worcester and Paarl, will be completed in five years and will enhance the movement of people and goods,...
South Africa’s demographic opportunity a key driver to unlocking population potential
By Chris Hattingh
SOUTH Africa’s young, growing population presents a substantive opportunity for the country’s future; a skilled workforce, a growing middle class with aspirations,...
Bellville Business Expo 2024: Unleashing new opportunities for growth and networking
The Bellville Business Expo is back for its second annual run, and this year promises to be bigger and better than ever before. Originally...
UK announces new support for southern african rail
THE UK Government announced key initiatives to support regional development, trade, and investment in rail infrastructure at the 2024 conference convened by the Southern...
James Vos Outlines Economic Growth Plan in 2024/25 Budget Speech
The City’s Mayoral Committee Member for Economic Growth, James Vos, delivered this speech at the council meeting on 31 May 2024, marking the passing...
Western Cape appoints historic first female Head of Treasury
Provincial Minister of Finance and Economic Opportunities, Mireille Wenger has announced the appointment of Ms Julinda Gantana as the Head Official of the Western...
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City working to resume Bayside Canal upgrade in Milnerton
The City of Cape Town’s Water and Sanitation Directorate remains committed to completing the multi-million rand Bayside Canal upgrade in Milnerton. Work on site...