Imvaba Cooperative Fund, administered by the ECDC on behalf of DEDEAT has extended critical support to Nqabarha Cooperative, a farming initiative in Lubhelu Village, Willowvale. The handover, led by MEC Nonkqubela Peters, underscores the government’s commitment to strengthening rural enterprises and unlocking agricultural potential in historically underdeveloped areas. The support package, valued at over R350 000, includes essential farming equipment, animal health products,

ECDC invites EC businesses to apply for the eBusiness Training designed to equip participants with the knowledge and skills to navigate...

The ECDC Board Chairperson, Mr. Vuyani Jarana, was interviewed on SABC's Morning Live where he unpacked SA Auto Week 2025 and the...

Gqeberha’s multi-award-winning ceramist Lookout Sibanda’s ceramic works are drawing the attention of collectors and retailers with his...

ECDC is proud to lead a group of 10 companies at Foodex Saudi Expo 2025 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. His Excellency David Magabe, the South...

Infix Creations is a powerful example of how creativity and resilience in the Eastern Cape can grow into a brand with both local roots...

Goldspoon is a story of transformation, where overlooked materials are reborn as timeless treasures. Founded in 2019 by Sibulele Ntobe,...

From a modest backroom in Mdantsane, where one seamstress and three beaders worked with  determination, Iza Crafts has grown into a...

The ECDC had the privilege of taking part in the unveiling of a new information sign at Mazeppa Bay Hotel. This landmark captures the...

01 September 2025 Fresh from placing third in the MIP Africa pitching sessions for his film, Born to Silence, at Fame Week Africa at the...

August is Women’s Month, a time to celebrate the remarkable contributions of women. It also marks the start of the second term of the...

The Department of Trade, Industry and Competition ( the dtic ) in partnership with the Eastern Cape Development Cooperation (ECDC) invite...

29 August 2025   For two years, Violet Thotoane Lupuwana was dismissed and sidelined in meetings simply because she was a woman.  “Nobody...

Born from both a market gap and a vision for empowerment, Mkgotsi Projects Primary Cooperative is rewriting the story of chemical...

In the rural landscapes of Jonini, Tyhali Location in Alice, five determined women are rewriting the script of rural enterprise....

25 August 2025   The Eastern Cape Development Corporation (ECDC), in partnership with the Swiss Import Promotion Programme (SIPPO), has...

Step into the vibrant world of African fashion at the African Fashion Forum. Join us as we celebrate the richness, diversity, and...

🗓 Date: Monday 25 August 🕣 Time: 8:30 am – 12:00 pm 📍 Venue: InvestSA OneStop Shop Offices, No 12 Esplanade Road, Quigney East London...

Yonela Boutique, based in Mount Frere, has mastered the art of blending tradition with modern fashion, stitching dreams into reality....

The Eastern Cape Development Corporation is inviting Production companies, that are in the middle of shooting productions in the Eastern...

Join ECDC & SA Embassy in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia to a webinar focused on Market Entry Strategies into the dynamic Saudi Arabia market. This...

In Ezibeleni, Komani, the air often carries the inviting aroma of freshly baked scones, spiced stews, and sweet pastries, a sure sign...

The Eastern Cape Development Corporation (ECDC) will apply for the dtic SSAS fund to support an Outward Selling Mission to West and East...

6 August 2025   On Tuesday, 5 August 2025, 20 unemployed young people officially became delivery business owners. The MEC for Economic...

As we close off Mandela Month, we honour the changemakers who are building businesses with heart and creating spaces of hope in their...

The ECDC invites qualifying businesses to apply for contract-based funding tailored to short-term government projects and purchase...

The ECDC is honoured to be part of the impactful Mandela Week initiatives, aimed at bringing government services and healthcare closer to...

As a proud partner of the Eastern Cape Jazz Festival, the ECDC is thrilled to be part of Music in the Snow – a cultural experience like...

Webinar Invitation: Comprehensive Overview of AfCFTA, SADC, and SACU Trade Agreements: Essential Insights for Your Business ECDC in...

A conversation at a parking lot between two friends in 2018 led to the development of a film documentary project which celebrates the...

Trying to figure out how people can be driven so much through nostalgia inspired St Francis Bay’s filmmaker Andre Hugo’s creation of the...

Its Day 2 of the third Eastern Cape Film Expo, and we are looking forward to an action-packed day. Day 2 moves to the Settlers Monument...

July 3, 2025   It’s lights camera action at the third Eastern Cape Film Expo which runs from 2 – 4 July in Makhanda at the National Arts...

In the heart of South Africa’s Eastern Cape lies a quiet revolution—one fought not with bullets or ballots, but with fists, discipline,...

His extraordinary love and passion for the artistry of storytelling through visual and moving images has defined a trailblazing...

It’s LIGHTS CAMERA ACTION at the third Eastern Cape Film Expo which runs from 2 – 4 July in Makhanda at the National Arts Festival. The...

We're wrapping up a wonderful experience at the Summer Fancy Food Show in New York, United States. Companies from the Eastern Cape, such...

The ECDC in collaboration with In2Assets, invites you to a live and online auction of its residential properties located in...

July 1, 2025   The creative works of 211 creative enterprises from the Eastern Cape are on stunning display at the 51 st National Arts...

We cordially invite you to a webinar on ’Unlocking Export Opportunities in India” with the aim to provide valuable insights and...

In a sector often overlooked by aspiring entrepreneurs, Nkosi Yamntu Holdings (Pty) Ltd is showing just how far a clear vision, backed by...

. 24 June 2025   Having overcome his fear of soaring human resource and rental costs, Vukile Sokoyi finally took the plunge in February...

When Siphosihle Maseko began planting vegetables in his home village of Burnshill, Keiskammahoek, he didn’t have much, just a...

In Ncerha, just beyond the edges of Buffalo City, a young farmer is doing what many talk about but few actually do, building something...

Decorex Cape Town, a global showcase of decor, design and lifestyle innovation, has been setting the pace for over 30 years, introducing...

On the outskirts of Mthatha, five young visionaries have turned 3.5 hectares of land into a thriving epicentre of food security and...

Are you an existing or potential exporter from the Eastern Cape? Do you want to extend your footprint to global markets? Our trade...

J une 3, 2025:  They say essential oils are nature’s bottled whispers. At Keiskammahoek’s Qobo Qobo Essential Oils, an hour away from...

June 3, 2025:   They say essential oils are nature’s bottled whispers. At Keiskammahoek’s Qobo Qobo Essential Oils, an hour away from...

June 3, 2025   They say essential oils are nature’s bottled whispers. At Keiskammahoek’s Qobo Qobo Essential Oils, an hour away from East...