ECDC bamboo initiative secures fourth pilot for provinceECDC bamboo initiative secures fourth pilot for province. Read More...
 
ECDC drives more investment, doubles tradeECDC announces its annual results for 2010/2011. Read More...
 
Eastern Cape pioneering new fibre processing possibilitiesSeven plant fibres are leading the province’s charge to produce a range of eco-friendly inputs to a range of products.. Read More...
 
Eastern Cape pioneering new fibre processing possibilitiesEastern Cape natural fibre cluster is likely to lead the country’s initiatives in natural fibre processing, says Eastern Cape Development Corporation (ECDC) chief executive Sitembele Mase.. Read More...
 
EC logistics framework needed for economic growth says new Transnet chiefUniversity of Johannesburg professor says the Eastern Cape is missing trade opportunities because it does not have developed logistics networks that could link it to the country’s economic hubs.. Read More...
 
First batch of 140 Amatola Water learners graduate in waste water treatmentLeading water utility sets up first academy of its kind in the province. Read More...
 
Infrastructure underdevelopment threat to Eastern Cape’s agro-processing sectorECDC unpacks the challenges of infrastructure in the province as its plans to diversify from the automotive sector. Read More...
 
China eyes the Eastern Cape for agriculture productsLatest trip to China could deliver citrus project for the Alfred Nzo region. Read More...
 
China eyes the Eastern Cape for agriculture productsLatest trip to China could deliver citrus project for the Alfred Nzo region. Read More...
 
ECDC support for SMMEs soarsAn additional 107 small medium and micro enterprises (SMMEs) received direct financial support from provincial development financier, the Eastern Cape Development Corporation (ECDC), from 800 last year to 907 in 2009/2010.. Read More...
 
Mthatha gets public protector officeThe office in Fort Gale brings the number of offices in South Africa to 20.. Read More...
 
Former Transkei produces bumper cropAsgiSA Eastern Cape’s Saphukanduku village near Mount Frere crop outstrips national average.. Read More...
 
Serious business at the EC HubNewly appointed ECDC CEO Sitembele Mase and Dti Director of Investment Projects Francois Truter are among the presenting guests of the Exporters Club of South Africa, which will meet next at the Eastern Cape Hub.. Read More...
 
Photographic spectacular for Germany's rail travellersGlobe trotting photographic exhibition features 40 images including to iconic Eastern Cape must-sees such as the Hole-in-the-Wall in Pondoland and the Valley of Desolation in the Karoo.. Read More...
 
Sithembele Mase is ECDC’s new CEOSAMAF head returns to his former employer.. Read More...
 
BPO&O means more jobs for ECThe Eastern Cape has been identified as one of the ideal business process outsourcing centres in South Africa, which means more jobs for locals.. Read More...
 
EC Health on the mendThe Eastern Cape continues to, albeit at its own pace, to root out corruption in its health department.. Read More...
 
ECDC sees light at the end of the recession tunnelThe 2010 World Cup is expected to increase traffic into the province’s coffers through tourism.. Read More...
 
Nelson Mandela Bay on track with 2010 constructionNelson Mandela Bay will be well prepared for the world cup with the completion of a new hospital and stadium.. Read More...
 
ECDC welcomes Mabandla as ChairpersonNew chairperson set to assist in streamlining the ECDC’s activities. Read More...
 
Eastern Cape economy to pick up in 2010The Eastern Cape Development Corporation (ECDC) believes that while the Eastern Cape economy has been affecting by a seemingly unrelenting global economic recession, there is hope beyond the storm for the provincial economy in 2010. A number of sectors such as tourism, and the struggling general manufacturing sector, led by automotives, are likely to pick up next year as the country eases out of the recession.. Read More...
 
Over R100m injection for Transkei cropping projectThe Eastern Cape Provincial Government’s special purpose vehicle AsgiSA Eastern Cape (EC) is about to double its dry land cropping footprint in the former Transkei from 6,700 hectares to 12,000 hectares this planting season.. Read More...
 
ECDC releases solid resultsMore than 800 Small Medium and Micro Enterprises (SMMEs) received financial support from the Eastern Cape Development Corporation (ECDC) in the 2008/2009 financial year compared to 130 in the previous year due to a successful turnaround strategy.. Read More...
 
ECDC releases solid resultsMore than 800 Small Medium and Micro Enterprises (SMMEs) received financial support from the Eastern Cape Development Corporation (ECDC) in the 2008/2009 financial year compared to 130 in the previous year due to a successful turnaround strategy.. Read More...
 
Coaches boom for EC passenger train serviceKei Rail will transport 464 passengers in comfort between Mthatha and East London, and be linked to the Johannesburg/East London service. . Read More...
 
EC bumps up investment in Coega ASPThe Coega Development Corporation has been allocated “additional resources” for the further development of the automotive supplier park in Uitenhage, Eastern Cape Premier Mbulelo Sogoni said in his state of the province address.. Read More...
 
ECDC, Housing and Public Works sign emerging contractors’ agreementTwo hundred contractors to build over 1,000 homes.. Read More...
 
ECDC, Housing and Public Works sign emerging contractors' agreementAn agreement signed yesterday between the Eastern Cape Development Corporation (ECDC) and the departments of Public Works and Housing will see over 200 emerging contractors gain access to finance, jobs and skills over the next two years. As part of the programme, emerging contractors graduating from the ECDC’s Integrated Emerging Contractors Development Model (IECDM) and public works emerging contractors Incubator programme have preference when tendering for the department of Housing infrastructure projects. . Read More...
 
R60m airport upgrade for MthathaThe Eastern Cape provincial government on Friday handed the Mthatha airport site over to contractors for the start of a R60-million upgrade.. Read More...
 
A region with niches that provide global competitive advantageThe Eastern Cape is the third largest province in South Africa. Located on the eastern coast, it lies between the Western Cape and KwaZulu-Natal. With two working harbours and the transhipment hub of Coega due to become operational later this year, three airports offering direct flights to the main urban centres and an excellent rail and road infrastructure, the province continues to be prioritised by the South African government for further economic development. . Read More...
 
ECDC improves access to business financeCorporation launches six product to ramp up business opportunities in the province. . Read More...
 
ECDC improves access to business financeThe Eastern Cape Development Corporation (ECDC) has launched a set of six short and long term business finance products which aim to support viable business ideas in the province.. Read More...
 
No fish-out-of-water ideas for Karoo farmAn Eastern Cape company is planning to farm fish in the middle of South Africa's hot and mainly dry Great Karoo.. Read More...
 
Official opening of R1,3-billion Eastern Cape factoryA R1,3 billion Steinhoff-PG Bison particle board factory built near Ugie in the north east forests of the Eastern Cape has been opened officially. The factory, which followed Steinhoff’s acquisition of a 67% stake in the North Eastern Cape Forests plantations, started production in December and has been on a steady ramp-up towards full production. . Read More...
 
Expanded Public Works looks at creating 52 000 jobsTHE Eastern Cape public works department aims to create 52000 jobs through the expanded public works programme and train 39000 people through various programmes, Public Works MEC Christian Martin said.. Read More...
 
Essential oils poised to become major new industry in ECapeThe Eastern Cape is poised to become one of the dominant contributors to South Africa’s burgeoning essential oils industry, with 10 government-sponsored trial sites currently in development throughout the province.. Read More...
 
ECDC stable and sustainable, says Annual ReportAn unqualified audit report by the Auditor-General was evidence of the fact that the Eastern Cape Development Corporation (ECDC) had reached both internal stability and long-term sustainability.. Read More...
 
Project brings hope for E Cape rural youthEastern Cape youth have been advised to stop toyi-toying and reap the fruits of freedom as a R15-million project was launched to develop rural youths into commercial farmers.. Read More...
 
EU funding gives goat farmers a head startTHE granting of R4,07-million to the Makana Goat Farmers‘ Project by the European Union (EU) through the East Cape government‘s Thina Sinako support programme has been hailed by the Makana municipality.. Read More...
 
EC launches parastatal to organise Asgisa investmentsIN A shrewd move akin to that of the most hardened business tycoon, the Eastern Cape government yesterday launched the first ever parastatal tasked with managing Asgisa investments.. Read More...
 
NATIONAL PORTS AUTHORITY DONATES R250 000 TO UNIQUE AGRICULTURAL PROJECTThe National Ports Authority of South Africa has come forward as a major corporate sponsor for a unique job creation project initiated by the University of Fort Hare’s Science and Agriculture Faculty.. Read More...
 
E Cape taxi initiative steams aheadA THOUSAND Eastern Cape taxis have already met their end in the jaws of a giant “crusher” since the taxi recapitalisation project was launched in December.. Read More...
 
ECDC Playing a key role in developmentSince the inception of the R1,3 billion timber project in the Ugie-Malcear district in late 2005, the Eastern Cape Development Corporation (ECDC) has been deeply involved as the implementation arm of the Provincial Government.. Read More...
 
ECDC Playing a key role in developmentSince the inception of the R1,3 billion timber project in the Ugie-Malcear district in late 2005, the Eastern Cape Development Corporation (ECDC) has been deeply involved as the implementation arm of the Provincial Government.. Read More...
 
East Cape business boosts fund for poorEASTERN Cape businesses stepped forward at the weekend to raise more than R1,2-million in funds in a single evening to launch a new programme to help the poor, the sick and families hit by disasters in the province.. Read More...
 
Gravy train comes in again for impoverished East Cape regionIT‘S all aboard as the R117-million Kei Rail project gets on track to reinstate the “moving link” between East London and Mthatha before the end of March.. Read More...
 
EC government gets set for some major changesMECs told of skills initiatives, mergers ... and the corruption probe. Read More...
 
Gravy train comes in again for impoverished East Cape regionIT‘S all aboard as the R117-million Kei Rail project gets on track to reinstate the “moving link” between East London and Mthatha before the end of March.. Read More...
 
Gravy train comes in again for impoverished East Cape regionIT‘S all aboard as the R117-million Kei Rail project gets on track to reinstate the “moving link” between East London and Mthatha before the end of March.. Read More...
 
Gravy train comes in again for impoverished East Cape regionIT‘S all aboard as the R117-million Kei Rail project gets on track to reinstate the “moving link” between East London and Mthatha before the end of March.. Read More...
 
East Cape project to create a million jobsAN ambitious project to develop the Umzimvubu catchment area will create 10 000 jobs in the rehabilitation of the catchment area and 897 000 in forestry and agriculture, with a potential income of at least R3,8-billion.. Read More...
 
R3bn boost EC’s budget to R27bnTHE Eastern Cape’s budget was boosted by R3bn in Finance Minister Trevor Manuel’s budget speech in Cape Town yesterday, bringing the province’s funds to R27bn for the next financial year.. Read More...
 
Bartlett takes on task of selling EL harbour plansDEVELOPMENT consultant Christelle Bartlett has been appointed to drive the East London harbour expansion project.. Read More...
 
Black-owned company secures new VWSA truck and bus contractFormer VWSA employees’ emerging company, Mzantsi Truck and Bus, up for the challenge of assembling new range and will increase employees by 60 per cent for sufficient capacity. Read More...
 
Coega steel project to create 5 000 jobsGovernment approval of R1.1 billion steel plant drives project to next phase, setting up construction work for early next year. Read More...
 
Business, government at the forefront of unity and compromise“Business Eastern Cape”, a collective representation of all major business chambers in the province begin to collaborate their agenda to grow business in the province. Read More...
 
PPP to fight HIV/Aids in the provincePartnership presents a comprehensive approach to address the pandemic. Read More...
 
R2bn Chintsa development to create 1 000 jobsGovernment’s approval sets developments in motion, construction starts in August. Read More...
 
Trade deals marks growth prospect for provinceEC government’s partnership with Indonesian business set to boost sector-specific developments and skills. Read More...
 
Government committed to develop poor regions Agricultural and tourism development are key to revival of ghost towns in province. Read More...
 
Mini maize project in Keiskammahoek growsFarmers brought closer to commercial agricultural ventures. Read More...
 
EC set for irrigation upgradeR30 million funding to further uplift economic activity and create jobs for locals. Read More...
 
Leading businessmen asked to encourage investment in ECEastern Cape-born business leaders witness Alicedale’s flourishing economy. Read More...
 
Leading businessmen asked to encourage investment in ECEastern Cape-born business leaders witness Alicedale’s flourishing economy. Read More...
 
R1,5 million funding to boost flower nurseryGovernment funding to expand community project and create local employment opportunities. Read More...
 
Forum looks at EC’s growth plan Skills development and economic growth key to PGDP . Read More...
 
New transport charter to increase black participationPolicy aims to empower blacks throughout the industry’s value chain.. Read More...
 
Budget allocates substantial funding to ECProvince budget leaps to almost R34 billion.. Read More...
 
R28bn Umzimvubu to create 500 000 jobsThe Umzimvubu water project is critical to growth and development in the former eastern and central Transkei.. Read More...
 
Province joins select group in LondonECDC CEO has unique opportunity to profile opportunities within the Eastern Cape. Read More...
 
Logistics Park's R113-million phase underwayIt’s the second phase of the park and incorporates the development of an additional mini factory and infrastructure. Read More...
 
ECDC boss lauds LED programmeWakeford supports three funds that will support provincial stakeholders. Read More...
 
Kei Rail to be operational towards end of 2006The R105-million rail link forms part of a larger plan to upgrade the transport infrastructure in the former Transkei. Read More...
 
More jobs on the cards as international investors line up for EC gaming licencesThe province expects to grow its revenues in this lucrative industry. Read More...
 
Eastern Cape women want a slice of miningEC women and youth have organized themselves into a formidable consortium. Read More...
 
EC tourism likely to be the big winner from 2010ECTB says tourism sector should make the greatest gain from the 2010 Soccer World Cup.. Read More...
 
World-class centre at Baviaanskloof to welcome visitorsCentre will highlight kloof’s international status. Read More...
 
Mandela Bay could be opening ceremony hostCommittee chairman is effusive in his praise of the municipality for the work it had put into preparing for 2010 . Read More...
 
Gauteng imbizos to target EC professionals for investmentEastern Cape premier to ask professionals to "think seriously" about investing in the province. Read More...
 
Job summit soon for ProvinceHowever, it was unlikely the summit would take place before February 2005. Read More...
 
EC’s ICT hub hungry to deliverNew era for hub as it gets six start-ups up and away; more soon to follow. Read More...
 
DBSA prioritises funding to ECAlready the bank has approved R849,3-million for development loans during the 2004 financial year. Read More...
 
EC IDZs plan to give agriculture further impetusGovernment aims to trigger minor economic miracle in the province.. Read More...
 
Timber cluster expected to create 3 000 jobsThe Eastern Cape is set to net an estimated R1 billion investment that will generate 3 000 jobs in the Ugie-Maclear area, which houses the province's largest timber assets.. Read More...
 
EC’s first flower trail blossomsECDC has been instrumental in developing the province’s first flower trail which is to be launched in the coming year.. Read More...
 
Coffey gets behind Percci’s vision as leading chamberNewly-elected PE Regional Chamber of Commerce and Industry president, in driving the chamber’s current vision, hopes to grow provincial patriotism. . Read More...
 
ECDC CEO spells out the province’s challengesWakeford points to the province’s two commercial capitals as one of the challenges that the Eastern Cape needs to overcome. . Read More...
 
Timber cluster on the cards for ECInvestors declare interest in province's timber, Magwa and cotton projects.. Read More...
 
Magwa trailblazers to the investment phaseThe Pondoland tea estate future looks bright as plans for the second phase nears finalization.. Read More...
 
EC, Limpopo government to share resourcesTwo provinces to work together in several areas.. Read More...
 
Keiskammahoek: A display of true entrepreneurshipECDC plays its part in establishing new crops in the area.. Read More...
 
EC’s first ICT hub goes to ELEC’s vibrant IT sector gets ECITI.. Read More...
 
Metro unveils EC’s R394m industrial parkThe Nelson Mandela Metro shares details of its logistics and light industrial assembly park, located in Uitenhage.. Read More...
 
News roundupProvince demonstrates it is the home to some of the country’s best talent with new appointments, awards and the like.. Read More...
 
EC BEE consortium welcomes probe into gambling industryThe consortium was responding to the National Gambling Board's statement that provincial gambling boards needed to understand BEE participation in their regions. . Read More...
 
New provincial DG for ECFort Hare;s Institute for Governance director Dr Sibongile Mthwa is the province’s new DG.. Read More...
 
ECDC takes giant leap forward in 2003/4The corporation reflects on a successful year but says challenges remain.. Read More...
 
Integrating province's two economies critical says ECDCCEO Mcebisi Jonas says it is imperative the sophisticated urban-based economy and the impoverished economy of the rural areas are integrated.. Read More...
 
EC gets four new enterprise fundsAmongst the latest initiatives to come out of the province's PGDP is four enterprise development funds which will be funded initially to the tune of R226 million.. Read More...
 
EC gets multibillion rand growth blueprintPremier Nosimo Balindlela spells out province's growth and development gets 10 year plan.. Read More...