ECDC beneficiary sparkles at Edgars eventECDC beneficiary sparkles at Edgars event. Read More...
 
ECDC bamboo initiative secures fourth pilot for provinceECDC bamboo initiative secures fourth pilot for province. Read More...
 
ECDC brings prominent fashion awards to Eastern CapeEastern Cape born designer took the top honours at the 17th annual Vukani Fashion Awards co-sponsored by the Eastern Cape Development Corporation (ECDC) and held in East London’s Hemingways Mall recently.. Read More...
 
Next stop – London, Glasgow - for Eastern Cape exhibitionOn 14 September, the Eastern Cape’s photographic exhibition, featuring some of South Africa’s most spectacular natural beauty, goes on view in Glasgow and London.. Read More...
 
Granite project to boost manufacturing, logistics sectorsFour variants of granite have been discovered in the Butterworth area which have never been mined before.. 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...
 
Ectour members sweep Adventure Province Tourism AwardsTourism establishments Areena Riverside Resort in East London, Coffee Shack in Coffee Bay, Tsitsikamma Backpackers and Tub n Axe, Fernery Lodge and Chalets in Storms River, Buccaneers Lodge and Backpackers in Chintsa and the Tsitsikamma Lodge score honours in regional awards . 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...
 
MBSA and government to collaborate in new model’s manufactureTrade delegation which included MBSA, the East London IDZ and dti looks to Germany for potential investors. Read More...
 
More Eastern Cape women leaders needed in ICT - former Sentech chiefThe Eastern Cape needs to produce more Mathematics and Science learners from primary school if it is to improve its Information Communication Technology (ICT) competencies and draw more women into the sector.. Read More...
 
MBSA’s C-class to drive good set of resultsLocal auto giant says more units will be produced at the East London plant.. 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...
 
Volumes rise at East London port as car market improvesTransnet Port Terminals says January’s export volumes were 200% better than forecast, while imports were 38% better than budgeted. Read More...
 
ECDC gives heat to East LondonQueenstown entrepreneur makes his move as ECDC provides financing. Read More...
 
ECDC gives heat to East LondonTapping into Eastern Cape Development Corporation (ECDC) resources has seen Thami Manona’s ice business heat up, now plans are afoot to expand into the rural market within one year of starting.. Read More...
 
ECDC's Mase on the province's 2011 EC economic prospectsECDC CEO is optimistic following huge investments into the auto sector in both of the province’s urban hubs.. Read More...
 
Joule fleet now ready for marketing, testingFour marketing vehicles will be used in demonstration.. Read More...
 
East London plant now "three-times a winner"Another plant General Motors in Port Elizabeth takes third place.. Read More...
 
ECDC’s Mase on the province’s 2011 EC economic prospectsECDC is optimistic about automotive developments and opportunities in green energy sector. Read More...
 
China could play a transformative role in the Eastern CapeLeading economist says the Province is a hidden opportunity. Read More...
 
New solar water heater manufacturer for the Eastern CapeSouth Africa's first licensed IDZ signs up its first renewable energy investor. 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...
 
4th annual SMME summit and expo kicks-off on WednesdaySummit coincides with global entrepreneurship week which will be celebrated in 88 countries. Read More...
 
ECDC trade portal brings global business within local entrepreneurs’ graspEastern Cape’s businesses show off their success at accessing global opportunity through ECDC’s electronic buyers website. 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...
 
Eastern Cape SMMEs feel the impact of ECDC supportOnke Mankahla, a partner in three Debonairs franchises in Mthatha, is one of the budding youth entrepreneurs financed by ECDC in 2009/2010. . Read More...
 
Stellenbosch University’s outreach programme launched in the Eastern CapeThe HOPE Project of Stellenbosch University (SU) offers alumni various opportunities of supporting their alma mater and helping to address South Africa’s problems. . Read More...
 
EC finalist announced in business launchpad competitionNoludwe Ncokazi, ECDC executive manager development services. Read More...
 
Eastern Cape women finalists feature strongly in entrepreneur competitionEastern Cape business women are holding their own in male dominated sectors such as construction, information and communications technology and the green industries, says SMME Business LaunchPad Competition on the announcement of the province’s finalists.. Read More...
 
Film industry touted as competitive advantage for Eastern CapeCEO says its heritage is strength for developing the Eastern Cape’s untapped film industry. Read More...
 
Buffalo City competitive in sports tourismOutgoing Tourism Buffalo City (TBC) CEO Peter King believes sports tourism is a key area the city needs to develop if it hopes to grow its tourism industry.. Read More...
 
Another four EC women are awardedFour of the Border region’s leading businesswomen were celebrated this weekend at this year’s Regional Business Achiever Awards in East London.. Read More...
 
East London rated one of SA’s top job locationsReasons for results could be better work-life balance, less stress and less traffic.. Read More...
 
New plant to introduce production capacity of diamond polishing industryEC plant will help develop production capacity in South Africa. . Read More...
 
IDZ attracts large dairy investmentWednesday, 14 July 2010, saw the launch of the R130 million Sunningdale dairy in the East London Industrial Development Zone (IDZ), reportedly the biggest agro-processing plant in the Eastern Cape.. Read More...
 
NMB women walk away with farming awardsPort Elizabeth City Hall was filled with song as more than 20 women walked away with cash rewards for excelling in the provincial department of agriculture female farming entrepreneur awards last week.. Read More...
 
Rural development gets boost in province as agencies are streamlinedThe Eastern Cape government has merged three state-owned development finance agencies in an attempt to eliminate duplication and to get "more bang for its buck".. Read More...
 
East London IDZ launches agro processing hubLeading EC IDZ has identified agro-processing as a high impact sector.. Read More...
 
Mercedes-Benz wins top global production awardThe award went to the East London plant because it had yielded the fewest defects and malfunctions of any plant serving the US market.. Read More...
 
Electric car could attract massive new investmentA pre-feasbility study to determine the viability of manufacturing large-cell lithium-ion batteries in South Africa will start in the second half of the year, Engineering News reports.. Read More...
 
Multi-million rand Kei Rail winsThe Eastern Cape's R117 million Kei Rail project has scooped two awards at the Africa Rail Conference's awards ceremony held in Johannesburg. The project was announced as the Best Rail Passenger Operator in Africa with the Passenger Rail Agency of South Africa as the runner up in this category.. Read More...
 
Americans to leave legacy of winemaking at WhittleseaAfter 22 years, Ronnie and Janet Verhorn of Harrison are to leave their vineyards which produce Pinotage, Chardonnay and Merlot wines.. Read More...
 
EC media house makes leadership announcementsJeremy McCabe is to run a newly created production hub which will serve Avusa’s titles in the province.. 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...
 
New dairy built to EU standardsWhen the Dispatch visited the site of the future Sunningdale Dairy on Friday, workers in hard hats were crawling all over the 6500m² site, all working hard to get the factory operational by the end of the month.. Read More...
 
ECDC solar power investment positions Eastern Cape as a leader in renewable energyA R20 million Eastern Cape Development Corporation (ECDC) investment into solar water heater manufacturer, Matla Solar in the East London Industrial Development Zone (IDZ,) has positioned the Eastern Cape as a leading player in the renewable energy sector.. Read More...
 
ECDC funds new EC dietary fibre projectA DIETARY fibre project co-funded by the Eastern Cape Development Corporation is the first big step to revive the once ailing Eastern Cape pineapple industry.. Read More...
 
EC ahead in economic growthThe Eastern Cape’s economy is currently showing the fasted growth in the country.. Read More...
 
Co-operation on SA’s shoresTwo of SA’s premier tourist attractions have cemented a relationship that could see visitors get a more holistic experience of the country’s culture and beauty.. Read More...
 
Local property market sees growthEC's already stable property market is showing signs of major growth in the near future.. Read More...
 
Jonas launches ‘local is lekker’ campaign in ECEASTERN Cape Economic Development and Environmental Affairs MEC Mcebisi Jonas yesterday announced the launch of a "Buy Eastern Cape Campaign" which will have as one of its goals promoting primary production of inputs for manufacturing.. Read More...
 
Grand unveiling for SA’s first electric car in SwitzerlandSouth Africa's first electric car, the Joule, which is expected to be manufactured either in the Coega or the East London industrial development zones, will be featured at the Geneva Motor Show in Switzerland next month.. 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...
 
EC unlocks tourism potentialInvestments pour into one of the Eastern Cape’s most profitable sector. Read More...
 
New tractor factory to create 150 jobsIn an early 2010 boost for the Eastern Cape, an agreement between an Eastern European industrial nation and South African organisations is set to result in a tractor factory being built at Coega.. 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...
 
Eastern Cape tourism sector poised for growth as investments pour inSignificant tourism investments running into millions of rands which have generated job creation and economic growth opportunities for the Eastern Cape in the last year have placed the province on track to unlock its untapped tourism potential.. Read More...
 
EC rail links due for R753m investmentTransnet will spend R753-million on railways in the Eastern Cape over the next five years, Public Enterprises Minister Barbara Hogan has told the National Council of Provinces.. Read More...
 
Coega to pilot toolmaker training programme in JanuaryThe first tool, die and mould (TDM) preapprentice orientation programme, which formed part of measures to deal with the “drastic” skills shortage in the TDM sector – a key support sector for South Africa’s manufacturing industry – would be launched at seven pilot sites across the country in January.. Read More...
 
IDZ collaboration shows up thousands of IT opportunitiesThe Buffalo City-based IDZ held conference to showcase a sample of the more than 8000 international patents and commercial opportunities available for application in South Africa. East London businesses were this week given insights into opportunities in cutting-edge technologies developed in Taiwan. . Read More...
 
Fort Hare’s East London campus get R56-million injectionThe University of Fort Hare was extending its East London Campus, with what was hailed an “undoubtedly twenty-first century initiative”, which would focus on green building design and sustainability.. Read More...
 
Damsane celebrates 10 years with TPT promotionTransnet Port Terminals (TPT) former GM of sales, logistics and commercial Nosipho Damasane, has been appointed to succeed Solly Letsoalo as COO from October 1.. Read More...
 
Empowerment high on the East London IDZ agendaForth right comments from Bheki Sibiya who encourages black entrepreneurs to ‘travel the road less travelled’ and to seek new skills. “If we want to grow and be where we want to be we need to invest in the skills develop pillar on BBBEE.. Read More...
 
Eastern Cape photographic exhibition now “globe trotter”Europeans love the Bathurst “Big Pineapple”, Hole in the Wall, Bird Island and bottle nosed dolphins says Eastern Cape Development Corporation (ECDC) which recently returned from its third photographic exhibition on the continent.. Read More...
 
ECDC trials new crop pilot with Majola communityThe Eastern Cape Development Corporation (ECDC) is helping the Majola community of Port St John’s trial a new crop called Cassava, a root plant of Amazon origins and belonging to the sweet potato family.. Read More...
 
Property sector to benefit from new East London IDZ schemeBrokers can earn up to a maximum of R4,3 million for the successful and settlement of a manufacturing investment into the IDZ.. Read More...
 
East London to be turned into a ‘lifestyle city’ by proposed revampA proposed revamp is said to turn Buffalo City into a ‘lifestyle city’ boasting a golf themed hotel, a holiday resort and formalised beach access amongst others. Major plans are being proposed to revamp Nahoon Mouth, with hotels and resorts on the cards for the upmarket East London suburb. . Read More...
 
Bhisho Airport to see its first commercial flights and more flights to MthathaNewly renovated Bhisho Airport has received some interest from Air Link to have its first commercial flights and more flights to Mthatha Airport in the near future.. Read More...
 
Eastern Cape ad takes to the airAn ECDC funded and managed ad, showcasing the province’s tourism and business potential, produces favourable response.. 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 manufacturer secures 2010 bus tenderEast London based motor manufacturer together with MAN secures more than two thirds of a bus tender worth R1,4 billion. . Read More...
 
Paprika farming boosts economyECDC remains involved in Sidalukukhanya, the Keiskammahoek project, which has been recently funded by Unilever and the Development Bank of Southern Africa.. 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...
 
Four communities lead crop charge in former TranskeiThe planting of 6,000 hectares of maize, using land last cultivated 20 years ago, is helping to improve food security for the communities of Alfred Nzo, OR Tambo, Chris Hani and Amathole districts.. Read More...
 
NEF funds Tini’s acquisitionIt has been said that life isn’t a matter of milestones, but of moments. But the National Empowerment Fund cannot be faulted for celebrating reaching the R1-billion mark in its pursuit of “the empowerment dividend”.. Read More...
 
24 September is Hemingways Mall’s big dayNew mall said to be the “biggest mail in the Eastern Cape”. . Read More...
 
Mthatha airport set for completion next yearAirport’s multi-million upgrade to include a host of new facilities.. Read More...
 
EL solar energy plant for East London IDZECDC funds solar energy plant in the East London IDZ.. Read More...
 
East London IDZ’s investors tally grows to 21Seven new investors with investors worth R239 million have signed up with the Eastern Cape’s second IDZ.. Read More...
 
East London IDZ looks to diversifyThe first licensed IDZ in South Africa tells of how it will attract further investors into the zone. With its value proposition for the automotive industry successfully completed, the East London IDZ is now starting to work on diversification into other sectors, says CEO Simphiwe Kondlo . Read More...
 
ECDC courts five Chinese investors after successful trade missionInvestors are interested in sectors range from automotive, textiles to clothing and plastic pipes.. Read More...
 
Mercedes-Benz’s SA positive about exports despite two “extreme” monthsLocal plant has produced 50,000 units of the new C-class with plant manager confident that plant will remain busy. . Read More...
 
Eastern Cape photographic exhibition launched in GermanyThe Eastern Cape Development Corporation (ECDC), the development arm of the Eastern Cape Government, recently launched its Eastern Cape from Above photographic exhibition at the Munich Airport in Germany.. Read More...
 
Eastern Cape tourism industry overhaulA major overhaul of the Eastern Cape tourism industry is underway to position the province as a tourism “mecca” while leveraging off the opportunities presented by the lucrative 2010 Soccer World Cup.. Read More...
 
Queenstown’s Lukhanji plans ramp upThe Eastern Cape Development Corporation (ECDC) has announced it is to move into the second phase of developing Queenstown’s Lukhanji Aerodrome into an industrial business hub. . Read More...
 
ECDC COURTS FIVE CHINESE INVESTORS AFTER SUCCESSFULTRADE MISSIONFive Chinese investors have expressed their intention to invest in the Eastern Cape after the Eastern Cape Development Corporation (ECDC) participated in an investment promotion mission to the Asian economic powerhouse last month. . Read More...
 
Eastern Cape ad takes to the airAn ECDC ad, showcasing the province’s tourism and business potential, produces favourable response.. Read More...
 
Exhibition captures Eastern Cape’s spectacular landscapesMore than 12,000 travelers and visitors to Germany’s Munich airport were treated to eclectic beauty of the Eastern Cape in October with a photographic exhibition which included 40 photographic larger-than-life displays.. Read More...
 
Eastern Cape photographic exhibition launched in GermanyThe Eastern Cape Development Corporation (ECDC), the development arm of the Eastern Cape Government, will launch its Eastern Cape from Above photographic exhibition at the Munich Airport in Germany today.. Read More...
 
Eastern Cape’s pilot wind farm goes online in OctoberAltX-listed flooring and chemicals company Accentuate, formerly Safic, was still going ahead with plans to build a wind turbine power station to power its subsidiary FloorworX's East London plant, in the Eastern Cape.. Read More...
 
Eastern Cape electricity competitor talks about 21% advantage for local consumersThe proposed independent coal-fired power station mooted for the Eastern Cape would have a "17%-to-21% advantage" over Eskom, the contracted local coal supplier Strategic Natural Resources (SNR) said on Wednesday. London Aim-listed SNR COO David Nel told Mining Weekly Online that this advantage would be the result of Aim- and AltX-listed Independent Power South Africa (Ipsa) locating its proposed nigh 1 000-MW power station at the coast and making use of local SNR coal. . Read More...
 
Eastern Cape photographic exhibition launched in GermanyThe Eastern Cape Development Corporation (ECDC), the development arm of the Eastern Cape Government, recently launched its Eastern Cape from Above photographic exhibition at the Munich Airport in Germany. The exhibition, consisting of 40 aerial views of the province, was offically opened by the South African Ambassador to Germany, Mr Eddie Funde and ran until 22 October. . Read More...
 
Eastern Cape tourism industry overhaulA major overhaul of the Eastern Cape tourism industry is underway to position the province as a tourism “mecca” while leveraging off the opportunities presented by the lucrative 2010 Soccer World Cup. These processes include the review of the province’s Tourism Master Plan which is set to be complete later this month, the updating of statistical data on tourism products and the implementation of the provincial tourism six - point plan for 2010. . 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...
 
Next step for East London IDZ – an OEMThe East London Industrial Development Zone (Elidz), which totals 430ha, is in full operational mode with 14 of its 15 announced investors operating — the highest number of operational investors for a single IDZ in South Africa. . Read More...
 
East London port sees growth in volumes, productivityA R20 million investment is set to boost the port’s auto capacity. Investor confidence in the Eastern Cape is growing, with millions of rands in investment flowing into the province. This is evident in the many major retail and commercial developments that are either already under way or in the planning stages. . Read More...
 
ECDC improves access to business financeCorporation launches six product to ramp up business opportunities in the province. . Read More...
 
Province's auto sector remains mainstay sectorLatest Transnet National Ports Authority (TNPA) figures confirm that exports from the province’s two commercial ports, particularly from the automotive sector, are on the increase.. Read More...