A joint outreach initiative organised by the Department of Economic Development and Tourism in collaboration with the Northern Cape Consumer Protection marked a significant step towards addressing the concerns of the Delportshoop community. The event, held on November 28th, focused on the pressing issue of economic empowerment and local business development in the area. Residents
The Department of Economic Development and Tourism, under the leadership of its Head of Department, recently made a significant step toward inclusive economic empowerment. In a heartfelt ceremony, the Head of Department handed over starter kits to ten individuals living with disabilities, marking the successful completion of a week-long training program in leather and manufacturing.
The Department of Economic Development and Tourism recently hosted the Green Hydrogen PTX Roadshow at the Mittah Seperepere Convention Centre. The event marked a significant step forward in fostering sustainable energy and economic growth. It was graced by distinguished stakeholders, including German and Netherlands energy companies, Transnet, and the Acting CEO of the Northern Cape
In partnership with the National Department of Tourism, the Northern Cape Department of Economic Development and Tourism proudly concluded a comprehensive training session on Employee Health and Safety in Kimberley. This vital workshop brought together a diverse group of tourism stakeholders, all united by the shared objective of fostering safe and healthy environments for employees
On 20 November 2024, the Department of Economic Development and Tourism joined the Global Entrepreneurship Week celebrations in Frances Baard, launching the event in Kimberley. This initiative brought together entrepreneurs and key stakeholders, including Frances Baard District Municipality (FBDM), First National Bank (FNB), National Empowerment Fund (NEF), Northern Cape Agriculture Incubator (NCAi) and SMME Trust.
The Department of Economic Development and Tourism marked a significant milestone during the Global Entrepreneurship Week (GEW) by attending a vibrant event in the Pixley Ka Seme District Municipality. The event attracted a diverse range of stakeholders, including the Small Enterprise Development Agency (SEDA), the South African Revenue Service (SARS), and Standard Bank. Their active
In a joint operation, the Department of Economic Development and Tourism partnered with provincial and local government, alongside the police, to conduct a series of raids on spaza shops across the region. A variety of shops were inspected during this initiative aimed at ensuring compliance with trade regulations and public health. The operation resulted in
On 12 November 2024, the Department of Economic Development and Tourism took a significant step towards empowering our community’s financial future. The department hosted a highly successful Financial Literacy Training event to equip individuals with essential financial skills. This initiative is a testament to the department’s commitment to fostering economic growth and development within our
The Department of Economic Development and Tourism was proud to announce the successful hosting of the Provincial Tourism Safety Workshop, an initiative to strengthen proactive measures to address tourism safety across the Northern Cape. The workshop marked a pivotal step in implementing the Provincial Tourism Safety, Awareness, and Communications Strategy, which sought to create a
The Department of Economic Development and Tourism has made a call to people living with disability to attend a supply chain and tender information session at the Metlife Towers in Kimberley on 24 October 2024. The initiative was encouraged by the plea that when there are opportunities arising in this economic space, there is lack