R2 billion for investment promotion, a job creation programmeEastern Cape government eyes 30,000 jobs with Industrial Jobs Stimulus Programme. Read More...
 
AsgiSA EC to tackle storage and funding challengesThe rural development agency has planted close to 30,000 hectares since 2008.. Read More...
 
East London plant now "three-times a winner"Another plant General Motors in Port Elizabeth takes third place.. Read More...
 
Walter Sisulu University opens Nkululekweni luxury guest houseFormer Transkei State House is transformed into a premier destination. 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...
 
Ngqura container terminal gears up for further growthThe Ngqura Container Terminal (NCT), which celebrated its first anniversary in October 2010, is undergoing expansion of its berth facilities. . Read More...
 
EC film wins award at festivalSouth African film Themba: A Boy Called Hope, directed by Pretoria-born Stefanie Sycholt, has scooped the Unicef Child Rights Award at the 2010 Zanzibar International Film Festival (Ziff). . Read More...
 
IBM sends specialist team to help economic institutions become more efficientFirst-time visit for global IT company contingent. 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...
 
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...
 
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...
 
Emerging contractors programme given industry thumbs upThe Construction Industry Development Board (CIDB) has given the thumbs up to the Eastern Cape Development Corporation's (ECDC) flagship Integrated Emerging Contractors Development Programme (IECDM) as an industry leader.. Read More...
 
Emerging contractors programme given industry thumbs upThe Construction Industry Development Board (CIDB) has given the thumbs up to the Eastern Cape Development Corporation's (ECDC) flagship Integrated Emerging Contractors Development Programme (IECDM) as an industry leader.. Read More...
 
EC to get SA’s biggest desalination plantEC to improve its water supply through seawater desalination plant upgrade. Read More...
 
IBM sends specialist team to help economic development institutions become more efficientWith four years project management experience at leading business solutions provider International Business Machines (IBM), Saritha Bhat from India is using her knowledge to help institutions like the Eastern Cape Development Corporation (ECDC) become more effective.. Read More...
 
IBM sends specialist team to help economic institutions become more efficientWith four years project management experience at leading business solutions provider International Business Machines (IBM), Saritha Bhat from India is using her knowledge to help institutions like the Eastern Cape Development Corporation (ECDC) become more effective.. Read More...
 
Eastern Cape site of successful water-neutral schemeThe World Wide Fund for nature (WWF) and government’s Working for Water (WfW) programme launched a fully quantitative water neutral scheme, and has achieved significant results at the South African Breweries (SAB) pilot project site in the Eastern Cape. . 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...
 
EC “home to almost 10% of all known plants”ECDC medicinal and aromatic plants sector manager says opportunities abound as users move to healthy alternatives now valued at R270 million.. Read More...
 
NGQURA CONTAINER TERMINAL GAINING MOMENTUMA combination of expert management and state-of-the-art equipment could see Ngqura container terminal (NCT) in South Africa positioning itself as a major container hub for sub-Saharan Africa. So says Transnet Port Terminals’ Chief of Operations, Solly Letsoalo.. Read More...
 
Eastern Cape takes robust approach to investment promotionCEO Mxolisi Matshamba shares the corporation’s thinking on promoting the province in the current economic climate. Like all investment promotion agencies across the world, current negative market sentiment has also challenged the Eastern Cape. Furthermore, previous incentives like low electricity and labour rates have also been lessened over time. . Read More...
 
ECDC view on the Eastern Cape's investment promotion prospectsCEO Mxolisi Matshamba shares the corporation's thinking on promoting the province in the current economic climate.. Read More...
 
ECDC gets clean audit for second consecutive yearThe Eastern Cape Development Corporation (ECDC) has received a clean audit report for the second consecutive year and it has also managed to fill all senior positions and regional office heads.. Read More...
 
CEO Mxolisi Matshamba highlights clean audit as well as other achievements in annual results overvieThe Eastern Cape Development Corporation (ECDC) has received a clean audit report for the second consecutive year and it has also managed to fill all senior positions and regional office heads.. 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...
 
Garden Route gets Big Five reserveA new game reserve set to open near Mossel Bay soon will boast Africa‘s “Big Five” animals. Stocking of the 10000-hectare Gondwana Game Reserve with a wide selection of indigenous animals is nearing completion. . 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...
 
Asgisa EC spells out importance of agriculture for initiativeAsgisa EC CEO says that the optimal use of arable land in the province could spell the difference between wealth creation and sinking further into poverty. The current global food shortage which is pushing up South African food prices could have been minimised if the country’s rural residents grew their own crops, said Asgisa Eastern Cape chief executive, Simphiwe Somdyala. . Read More...
 
ECDC revamps its websiteNew site boasts several new features including podcasts, webcasts and RSS feeds. . Read More...
 
ECDC improves access to services with new websiteEastern Cape businesses can now interact with overseas investors who are interested in their products or services - at a click of a button - on the revamped Eastern Cape Development Corporation (ECDC) website.. Read More...
 
Uitenhage-Despatch agri project bears fruitPoverty alleviation project, supplying major retailers, also has backing of VWSA, the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality and the province’s agricultural project. A R15-million Uitenhage-Despatch development initiative (UDDI) investment in a massive agricultural project is already yielding fruit, creating hundreds of jobs for previously unemployed people. . 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...
 
ECDC shapes up in turnaround strategyThe Eastern Cape Development Corporation (ECDC) has stabilised and 80 percent of its turnaround strategy has been fulfilled within the designated timeframes, says ECDC chief executive officer Mxolisi Matshamba.. Read More...
 
Emerging contractors receive skills boostOver 60 Eastern Cape emerging contractors will to take part in the R5 million Eastern Cape Development Corporation (ECDC) Integrated Emerging Contractor Development Model (IECDM) programme this year.. Read More...
 
ECDC shapes up in turnaround strategyThe Eastern Cape Development Corporation (ECDC) has stabilised and 80 percent of its turnaround strategy has been fulfilled within the designated timeframes, says ECDC chief executive officer Mxolisi Matshamba.. Read More...
 
EMERGING CONTRACTORS RECEIVE SKILLS BOOSTOver 60 Eastern Cape emerging contractors will to take part in the R5 million Eastern Cape Development Corporation (ECDC) Integrated Emerging Contractor Development Model (IECDM) programme this year. . Read More...
 
Study gives green light to three rail corridorsPort Elizabeth Alicedale and Addo have been identified as the most promising Eastern Cape rail tourism corridors in a study commissioned by the Eastern Cape Development Corporation (ECDC) and Department of Roads and Transport.. Read More...
 
Study gives green light to three rail corridorsPort Elizabeth Alicedale and Addo have been identified as the most promising Eastern Cape rail tourism corridors in a study commissioned by the Eastern Cape Development Corporation (ECDC). The study, commissioned earlier this year, also identifies a further four inter-city rail corridors, naming the East London-Bethulie, Cookhouse-Blaney junction, New Brighton-Vondeling and Amabele-Mthatha branch. . Read More...
 
SA design exports snapped upSOUTH African design exports ranging from recycled bottle top mats to bath plug chain chandeliers are being snapped up internationally, contributing to local job creation and wealth generation.. Read More...
 
Impressive growth for Port of East LondonBreak-bulk cargo movement through the Port of East London during 2007 showed 65% year-on-year growth over 2006.. Read More...
 
Coega's Indian sub-continent trip pays offTwo week trip ends with five promising investments.. Read More...
 
Alicedale welcomes investment bodyTOURISM town Alicedale was alive with possibility before the arrival today of President Thabo Mbeki and a large entourage of ministers, officials, security and members of his International Investment Council for a three-day conference.. 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...
 
East London airport upgrade is under wayWORK on the R120 million upgrade of the East London airport is under way.. Read More...
 
Expression of interest - provision of specialised servicesCall for expression of interest and quotations for provision of specialised services. Loan evaluations and risk assessments, due diligence and business valuation services. Read More...
 
R170m Njoli Square facelift approvedTHE business plan for the redevelopment of Njoli Square at KwaZakhele – estimated to cost about R170-million – has been approved by the municipality, but funding is not readily available.. Read More...
 
Clash over siting of R11m centre in botanic gardensA PUBLIC debate is raging over where an R11-million educational, environmental and tourist centre in Grahamstown‘s botanical gardens should be sited.. Read More...
 
Alice’s looking glass shows brighter outlookTwo big projects and a new policy at Fort Hare to benefit the community. Read More...
 
R6.7 m to keep lights on in Buffalo CityBuffalo City council has approved a R6,7-million plan to prevent East London's Central Business District from being plunged into darkness for up to two weeks, according to a news report.. Read More...
 
ECDC Gets into GolfThe Eastern Cape Development Corporation (ECDC) has come out in full support of the prestigious SAA Open Championship. . .. Read More...
 
HARBOUR UPGRADE IS CRITICAL FOR CITY'S DEVELOPMENTFrom the Editor It was disconcerting to hear recently that DaimlerChrysler is receiving many of its containers by road from Port Elizabeth.. Read More...
 
Bhisho set for international airportBhisho airport invites airlines, car rental depots, restaurants and accommodation enterprises to submit proposals. Read More...
 
Cacadu uses new technology to grow local businessDistrict presents new brand and marketing prospects to emerging and established tourism, trade and investment enterprises in the area. Read More...
 
City covers all bases for WC planningCity ropes in major sectors to fast-track WC2010 preparations, constructions of R1.1-bil stadium underway. Read More...
 
R35,4 million funding a boost for local empowerment companyBlack firm set to be a major player in EC’s gaming sector and plan to branch into tourism and entertainment industries. Read More...
 
New economic plan targets former homelandsProposed strategy to see former Transkei and Ciskei transformed into a vibrant economy. Read More...
 
New economic plan targets former homelandsProposed strategy to see former Transkei and Ciskei transformed into a vibrant economy. Read More...
 
Conference to revive property developments in coastal cityNMB set for a major property boom with proposed CDB and harbour developments. Read More...
 
Motor import, export demand to see PE harbour in actionAutomotive industries, agricultural produce increase activity in harbour. Read More...
 
Sweet smell of success for KeiskammahoekLocal farmers engage in a skills transfer programme to successfully plant rose geranium. Read More...
 
Airport revamp position EC district to new opportunitiesDevelopment agency identifies tourism and industry development as key to economic boost of district. Read More...
 
Promising prospect for timber partnershipUgie, Maclear to reap benefits as timber processing plant gears for production. Read More...
 
Potential R3,6 billion investment for CoegaCoega possible location for transnational joint venture for seafood project. Read More...
 
Potential R3,6 billion investment for CoegaCoega possible location for transnational joint venture for seafood project. Read More...
 
R2,5 billion J-Bay development brings new hope for localsDevelopment plans backed by national investors, set to employ local residents. Read More...
 
R1,5 million funding to boost flower nurseryGovernment funding to expand community project and create local employment opportunities. Read More...
 
New markets open up for localsEC exporters to receive international exposure through new exhibition facility. Read More...
 
Bee-farming project hums its way to successSeventeen former forestry workers to become bee farmers on the Garden Route.. Read More...
 
DCSA celebrates its new automotive body panel facilityThe German automotive manufacturer is set to use cutting-edge technology and specialised robotic equipment in its new 25 000 square metre plant.. 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...
 
Construction of SA’s largest contractual park starts in earnestCountry’s largest 100 year contractual park is expected to open in October 2006 . Read More...
 
ECDC adds support to BEE complianceThe corporation’s three-tier strategy aims to responsibly fulfill its BEE mandate.. Read More...
 
EL port tells of its successes and challenges in 2005Amongst the successes is the retention of its NOSA 5 Star rating and ISO 9001/2000 accreditation. Read More...
 
R1m wellness centre for the Eastern CapeAspen says that it remains committed to investing and expanding in the province. Read More...
 
Ten contractors get R13,5m in Coega IDZ EPW schemeContractors will be involved in projects comprising water, sewerage and stormwater infrastructure.. 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...
 
R45m for NM’s logistics park plantGlobal shipping group Mediterranean Shipping Company is to establish its second container yard facility in NM's ASP. Read More...
 
GM has success with local HummerR18 billion contract shows signs of success. Read More...
 
PE’s cultural project to generate 1 000 jobsCreation of new tourism district to create impetus for job market. Read More...
 
Wild Coast national park“unrivalled natural splendour”It is already one of the world’s 26 floristic hotspots. Read More...
 
DBSA prioritises funding to ECAlready the bank has approved R849,3-million for development loans during the 2004 financial year. Read More...
 
World enviro conference for PE in 2007The city’s university to host society’s first ever Africa conference. Read More...
 
Ngqura costs R1bn more than expectedCurrent costs of R2,6 billion to rise. Read More...
 
Energy giants in Coega gas-fired power plant feasibility studyEskom is conducting a feasibility study for an integrated liquefied natural gas terminal and gas-fired power plant at Coega.. Read More...
 
R10m brewery for the Eastern CapeEastern Cape is increasingly important to SAB as is evidenced by the large slice of the company’s training fund which is being allocated to the province.. Read More...
 
Eastern Cape IDZs shape up in investment stakesThe ELIDZ as well Coega make announcements on investors to their zones.. Read More...
 
Mill millions could stay in the provinceMill could service up to 4 000 farmers from Lusikisiki, Flagstaff, Umzimkulu, Butterworth, Dutywa, Mthatha and Cofimvaba. . Read More...
 
EC crafts aim for world centre stageECDC takes province's crafts to Dubai.. Read More...
 
New look for DispatchGood news for readers of the East London-based and Johnnic owned publication as it readies for a revamp.. Read More...
 
Historic initiative links Baviaanskloof, TsitsikammaThe 12 000ha Kouga Canyons Conservancy is the realisation of dream to link the Garden Route to the Addo Elephant Park via the Baviaans.. Read More...
 
DCSA looks at export markets for its LHD carsLocal manufacturer already in discussion with three of the world’s biggest shipping lines to export the vehicles.. Read More...
 
Keiskammahoek: A display of true entrepreneurshipECDC plays its part in establishing new crops in the area.. Read More...
 
PE Metro to be anchor in East Cape’s new power supplyNelson Mandela Metro to play key role in prpvince's electricity supply.. Read More...
 
Accolades, finance for ECDC contractors programmeThe corporation signs landmark agreement with the construction training authority.. Read More...
 
Bushman Sands wins international awardThe EC’s innovative public private partnership takes another international accolade, as SA entrenches its presence with another two wins for other Cape-based operations.. Read More...
 
PE cars show dominance in 2005 Car of the Year“Little Detroit” shows its mettle in the national car competition.. Read More...
 
Small South American animals bring big opportunity to Lady GreyThe Eastern Cape could soon become South Africa’s alpaca farming and processing powerhouse.. Read More...
 
Two big brands celebrate 33 year partnership75 000 vehicles later, VW and Avis celebrate their relationship with another milestone.. Read More...
 
EC motor industry takes its business on the webNew web site set to profile the region’s motor industry.. Read More...