Application Forms
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The Eastern Cape Development Corporation offers a variety of training and development programmes, all targeted at developing the Eastern Cape based SMMEs. These are short term and some long term programmes. Follow the ECDC on social media to see when application windows are opened.
Exporter Development Programme
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The Exporter Development Programme is aimed at assisting local companies to start exporting. The programme seeks to provide growth-oriented assistance to the participating enterprises who are at different growth stages. Exporter Development Programme Application Form
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Global Exporter Passport Programme
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The purpose of the training is to prepare SMMEs for the successful expansion of their businesses into international markets. There is currently no training taking place. Follow us on our social media pages to see when the application window opens.
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The Manager Training Programme
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The Training Manager Programme of the Federal Ministry for Economic Affairs and Energy (BMWi) is an element of Germany’s foreign trade policy. The Virtual Manager Training Programme provides the participating managers with possibility to become familiar with the German market, to establish business relations with German companies and build long-term partnerships.
The tailored training in Germany strengthens specific management competencies. Virtually conducted discussions with German managers impart examples of good business practices. Direct business contacts and negotiations provide access to the German market. An application form can be downloaded and submitted to llubengu@ecdc.co.za. Take note of the Data Protection Declaration form when applying.
Download the latest GIZ Journal to see how has the programme affected some of the Eastern Cape business participants.
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Business Support Services
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The Business Support sub-unit under the Development Finance and Business Support unit offers a variety of business support products such as market access, marketing and branding, bookkeeping and financial management, business plans, etc. To apply for the services see application form below. Client Needs Application Form
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Job Stimulus Fund
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The Job Stimulus Fund is set up to bring financial relief to distressed businesses and save jobs. The application process for companies affected by the COVID-19 closes on 31 March 2021. Job Stimulus Fund Application Form
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Imvaba Co-operative Fund
The main focus of the fund is to promote the viability of the cooperative enterprise in the province. It serves as a revolving fund for the support of Primary Cooperatives involved in Manufacturing and Services Sectors. Imvaba Application Form
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Property Management Forms
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The Property Unit offers industrial, residential, small to medium enterprises suitable premises at affordable rates through its diverse property portfolio. Below is a list of application forms for the services offered.
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Residential Property Waiting List Application Form Properties Residential
Residential Property Waiting List Application Form_Natural Person
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Business Loans
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Get up to 50% discount on interest charged on ECDC loan, offer valid until 31 March 2021.
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Application Form For Financial Assistance_Builders Finance Programme
Application Form For Financial Assistance_Conventional Loan
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