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...
 
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...
 
IBM sends specialist team to help economic institutions become more efficientFirst-time visit for global IT company contingent. Read More...
 
Exports are the key to APDP incentives for GMSAGeneral Motors SA is to invest R700-million in its Port Elizabeth plant to tool up for assembly of the next generation of Isuzu KB bakkies and Corsa Utilitys. . Read More...
 
EC unlocks tourism potentialInvestments pour into one of the Eastern Cape’s most profitable sector. 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...
 
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...
 
Study to fast-track forestry ramp-up in former TranskeiThe identification of 100,000 hectares of land for new forestry plantations in the Eastern Cape is being fast-tracked through a landmark biodiversity study which will help focus on areas of relatively low biodiversity value and substantially reduce the ordinarily lengthy license approval process.. 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...
 
Study proves AIDC has helped auto sectorEstablished to assist in increasing the global competitiveness of the South African automotive industry, the Automotive Industry Development Centre (AIDC) has demonstrated its positive socioeconomic effect on its key focus areas.. 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...
 
Changes at VWSA as German parent relignsVolkswagen SA will not build the sixth-generation Golf after the car is launched in Europe next year. Jetta production will also move overseas once the current model runs out. However, MD David Powels says a realignment of the company's product manufacturing strategy will compensate for the loss of these core models.. 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...
 
The Eastern Cape Development Corporation - Working hard for job creation and developmentBy working closely with the Eastern Cape Provincial and National government to boost economic development for the region, the Eastern Cape Development Corporation (ECDC) has identified sectors that will have the great impact on job creation, empowerment and growth. Read More...
 
R620m boost for Mandela Bay motor manufacturerIN another major investment boost for the Eastern Cape, General Motors South Africa announced yesterday it would spend R620-million this year, mainly on upgrading its Nelson Mandela Bay manufacturing plants.. Read More...
 
R1,4 bn InvestmentThe Eastern Cape Development Corporation (ECDC) has chalked up some significant achievements in the last financial year. Read More...
 
More than R 1 BN investment ECDCTHE Eastern Cape Development Corporation secured investments worth Rl,4-billion in the last financial year, creating or saving 3 467 jobs in the process and taking the tally for the past three years to R3-billion in investment and 7 293 jobs created. . 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...
 
ECDC, Services Seta Offers 10 Candidates Access To New SkillCorporation equips learners with project management skill and its application in different environments . 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...
 
Dti, ECDC co-host export workshopCorporation committed to grow export from the province. Read More...
 
ECDC gives support to coastal town’s blueprintPort St John gets development plans underway with the signing of MOU. Read More...
 
BEE auto plant all set and ready to goBC’s economy set for a major boost as auto plant gets ready for production. Read More...
 
IT has “great economic value”NMMU prof says Port Elizabeth should adopt the “Seattle option” in order to attract and retain innovators . Read More...
 
EL automotive component manufactures reach heightened level of operational efficiencyDevelopment system boosts efficiency and production up to 100 per cent for local manufacturers. Read More...
 
EL automotive component manufactures reach heightened level of operational efficiencyDevelopment system boosts efficiency and production up to 100 per cent for local manufacturers. Read More...
 
WC2010 means more bus opportunities for localsIkhwezi Truck Tech opens world-class bus assembly line. Read More...
 
EC’s Hummer brings investment, jobsThe Port Elizabeth-based automotive manufacturer is to create almost 500 new permanent jobs in its latest venture.. Read More...
 
Ports seen as "catalysts" of growthTwo ports are conduits for exports worth two per cent of GDP. Read More...
 
NMM procurement policy points to new directionNew procurement policy to come into operation on 1 October. Read More...
 
Motor sector, be globally competitive says VWSAEastern Cape-based automotive manufacturer says global competitiveness will keep the automotive industry safe from country’s current textile sector woes.. Read More...
 
Danes eye EC’s flax projectFlax could soon receive a capital injection which will set the industry in good stead for growth.. Read More...
 
Coega expects first tenants to sign next yearThe Port Elizabeth-based IDZ says about R20 billion of the potential investment is at a “hot” advanced feasibility or pre-feasibility stage.. 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...
 
GMSA put R500m in Isuzu infrastructureNew owners give their SA business a big vote of confidence.. Read More...
 
Balindlela outlines way forward for team ECEffective budgeting, job creation, teamwork, a PGDP focus and communication are top priorities for the EC premier. . Read More...
 
AIDC to drive ambitious education projectTHE newly established Automotive Industry Development Centre (AIDC) aims to improve the skills of industry workers in an ambitious project. . Read More...
 
Award-winning ECDC site showcases EC economic development and opportunitiesECDC site shows off powerful information resources and world-class IT skills. Read More...
 
ECDC makes a quality statementECDC suppliers get SA Excellence Model training. Read More...
 
Wool prices down once againWool prices have been hit by the rand’s continued strength.. Read More...
 
Accelerating service deliveryTHE EASTERN CAPE Government has initiated a People's Contract project which will guide the development of the province over the next ten years.. Read More...
 
German auto companies focus on Eastern CapeEASTERN CAPE Development Corporation regional manager Zola Tshefu says German companies are considering investing R115 million in the Eastern Cape.. Read More...
 
Nelson Mandela Bay metro pioneers metering systemTHE NELSON MANDELA Metropolitan Municipality is the first in South Africa to test a technologically advanced automatic meter reading (AMR) system.. Read More...
 
Mandela Bay metro launches development agencyTHE NELSON Mandela Municipality has launched the Mandela Bay Development Agency as a tool to redevelop the city centre, main beach-front and harbour of Port Elizabeth.. Read More...
 
Multi-million Rand Capital Injection Gears Delta Motor Corporation for GrowthPORT ELIZABETH-based Delta Motor Corporation is geared for growth into 2003 and beyond with the completion of a R300-million facilities upgrade.. Read More...
 
Eastern Cape Free Trade Zones are world classFREE TRADE zones such as those being established at Coega outside Port Elizabeth and the West Bank of East London harbour meet world best practice standards.. Read More...
 
Eastern Cape auto industry benefits from AgoaVehicle and component exports have been the biggest beneficiaries of the African Growth and Opportunity Act (Agoa).. Read More...
 
Partners in biodiversityHISTORY IS being made in the development of the Baviaanskloof mega-reserve.. Read More...
 
Funding for UPE Centre of ExcellenceTHE UNIVERSITY of Port Elizabeth has signed a new two million rand funding agreement with a number of top information technology companies to continue support a Centre of Excellence.. Read More...
 
Two millionth vehicle at VWSAVOLKSWAGEN SOUTH Africa has produced its two millionth vehicle - a silver-coloured Jetta 4.. Read More...
 
New market for goat farmersOPPORTUNITIES HAVE been created for goat farmers in the Eastern Cape.. Read More...
 
New uses for old buildingsTHE REVITALISATION OF old buildings and industrial complexes in the Eastern Cape is serving as model for projects elsewhere in the country.. Read More...
 
Focus on Eastern Cape foundriesTHE MURRAY AND ROBERTS Foundries group is looking at expanding its operations in the Eastern Cape.. Read More...
 
Boost for entrepreneurship in provinceIN A DEAL worth approximately R1.7 million over five years, banking group Absa will sponsor the Small Business Unit at the University of Port Elizabeth.. Read More...
 
Motor industry exports up 33 per centIN A MAJOR boost for the Eastern Cape economy, motor industry export revenues are expected to grow by 33 per cent in 2002.. Read More...
 
Uitenhage Despatch Development Initiative to reduce unemploymentTHE UITENHAGE Despatch Development Initiative - a private-public sector partnership – has been launched with seed capital of R1.5 million.. Read More...
 
Murray Roberts looking at new investment opportunities in Eastern CapeDIVERSIFIED industrial group Murray & Roberts is considering further investments in the Eastern Cape.. Read More...
 
New tourism trail for Eastern CapeAMBITIOUS PLANS for tourism trails in the Eastern Cape are creating opportunities for investors in the region.. Read More...
 
Eastern Cape motor revs up foundry groupTHE SUCCESS of the Ford RoCam engine made in Port Elizabeth, South Africa, has led to a revival in the fortunes of the country’s pioneer in the mass production of engine blocks, cylinder heads and exhaust manifolds, Murray and Roberts.. Read More...