Enterprise and Supplier Development Programmes in South Africa

Rizepreneur is dedicated to supporting the development and success of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) through comprehensive enterprise and supplier development programmes. Below is a curated list of some of the key programmes available across South Africa, each designed to help businesses grow, innovate, and integrate into larger supply chains.

1. Small Enterprise Development Agency (SEDA)

Overview: SEDA provides non-financial support to small enterprises and cooperatives. Their services include business consultations, training, and market access support.

Key Services:

  • Business planning and development
  • Training and skills development
  • Market access and linkage
  • Incubation support

Contact: SEDA Website

2. Industrial Development Corporation (IDC) - ESD Programme

Overview: IDC’s ESD programme offers financial and non-financial support to black-owned SMEs, helping them become sustainable suppliers to larger corporations.

Key Services:

  • Funding and financial assistance
  • Mentorship and business advisory services
  • Capacity building and training

Contact: IDC Website

 

3. National Empowerment Fund (NEF)

Overview: The NEF provides financial and non-financial support to black-owned businesses, aiming to promote economic transformation and inclusivity.

Key Services:

  • Business loans and funding
  • Business development support
  • Market access facilitation

Contact: NEF Website

 

4. Sasol Enterprise and Supplier Development

Overview: Sasol’s programme supports SMEs by providing financial assistance, business development services, and access to markets.

Key Services:

  • Financial support
  • Skills development and training
  • Market linkage and networking

Contact: Sasol ESD Website

 

5. Eskom Contractor Academy

Overview: Eskom’s programme focuses on developing the skills and capabilities of contractors, particularly in the energy sector.

Key Services:

  • Business and technical training
  • Mentorship and coaching
  • Certification and accreditation

Contact: Eskom Contractor Academy Website

 

6. Anglo American Zimele

Overview: Zimele, by Anglo American, provides financial and technical support to SMEs to help them become sustainable suppliers to the mining sector.

Key Services:

  • Business loans and funding
  • Business mentorship and advisory
  • Supplier integration and market access

Contact: Zimele

 

7. Absa Supplier Development Programme

Overview: Absa’s programme assists SMEs in becoming successful suppliers through financial solutions, business development services, and market access.

Key Services:

  • Financial products and services
  • Business support and advisory
  • Market linkage

Contact: Absa ESD Website

 

8. Transnet Enterprise Development Hub

Overview: Transnet’s hub offers a range of services to SMEs, including funding, business development support, and market access opportunities.

Key Services:

  • Financial support
  • Business training and development
  • Supplier integration

Contact: Transnet ED Hub Website

 

9. Exxaro Supplier Development Programme

Overview: Exxaro provides support to small and medium-sized enterprises, especially those in the mining sector, through their Supplier Development Programme.

Key Services:

  • Funding and financial assistance
  • Business development and advisory services
  • Skills development and training

Contact: Exxaro Website

 

10. Telkom FutureMakers

Overview: Telkom’s FutureMakers programme supports technology and innovation-focused SMEs through funding, incubation, and acceleration services.

Key Services:

  • Access to funding and investment
  • Incubation and acceleration programmes
  • Market access and networking opportunities

Contact: Telkom FutureMakers Website

 

11. MTN Supplier Development Programme

Overview: MTN supports SMEs in becoming competitive suppliers in the telecommunications sector through their Supplier Development Programme.

Key Services:

  • Financial support
  • Training and skills development
  • Market access and integration

Contact: MTN Website

 

12. SAB Thrive Fund

Overview: South African Breweries (SAB) offers support to black-owned SMEs through the Thrive Fund, which focuses on financial assistance and business development.

Key Services:

  • Access to funding
  • Business development services
  • Mentorship and advisory

Contact: SAB Thrive Fund Website

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