SMME News

30/08/2024

20/08/2024

KZN Women in Construction Summit

15/08/2024

Invitation: TOMORROW, Friday at UKZN Howard College 💱 ABSA Day Empowerment Workshop open for all (FREE)

15/08/2024

Good news for the youth owned and led businesses👏

During his budget vote of the premier’s office on Tuesday, KwaZulu-Natal Premier Thamsanqa Ntuli announced that the applications to the fund will open on Thursday.

15/08/2024

This year, the country celebrates 30 years of freedom and democracy, with a sharp focus on women emancipation✊🏾.

In line with this, is hosting the Women Economic Engagement under the theme: ‘Celebrating 30 years of Women Economic Empowerment’, as part of Women’s Month activities.

The Engagement will be held at 📌Durban Botanical Gardens on 📆 30 August.

The engagement aims to highlight business opportunities availed by the City over the past years, and to unpack existing opportunities and planned programmes to ensure the advancement of women.

Esteemed women in business, academia, and eThekwini Municipality executives will lead the panel discussion to provide valuable information and pointers for women to shape their careers and enterprises.

To register for the engagement, email: [email protected]

15/08/2024

Upcoming Workshops

Also browse our catalogue & see all services, upcoming workshops & women month's specials https://wa.me/p/7116507848451743/27685532951 | We are Business Compliance & Funding Assistance Specialists

Workshop 1
*Durban Funding*
*& Business Compliance*
*Workshop 2024*

29 August 2024 | 9am
Venue | Durban TOG
10 steel road
Next to Windermere mall
Durban | KZN

Free Entry
Registration Compulsory
Book a seat here https://forms.gle/wB6fbdk6T8DdNhVa8

Workshop 2
*Unpacking*
*Tourism Equity Fund*
*Online Workshop*

Google Meet Link | Date & Time To Be Confirmed

TEF is funding for:
*Accommodation*
Any businesses that provide lodging space for clients such as hotels, resorts, bed and breakfast (B&B), guesthouses, game lodges and backpackers.

*Hospitality and Related Services*
Hospitality encompasses facilities that cover a range of activities and leisure services. This includes conference and convention venues that are significantly tied to accommodation facilities, restaurants, or privately owned attractions.

*Travel and Operator Services*
Within this group, businesses that provide a range of services that make travel possible are listed. These include tour wholesalers and operators, travel agents, tourist guides, car rental companies, transport services and coach operators.

*Other Tourism-related Initiatives*
Any other business that falls into the travel and tourism industry but doesn’t fit the above-mentioned categories, can still apply for the grant as long as they form a part of the value chain as prescribed in the Tourism B-BBEE Sector Code.

Book your seat here https://forms.gle/wJ6dhavx4GSkyz2y7

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23/07/2024

Announcement - here is an opportunity for the youth 📢

10/07/2024

02/07/2024

Attention to Women Entrepreneurs👋

27/06/2024

DDP and Inanda FM is hosting a 3rd Annual Summit.

20/06/2024

We are pleased to announce the upcoming L+EARN 2024 Programme, delivered by ASISA Foundation, for which the Entrepreneurial Planning Institute is the implementation partner.

You may see details on the programme web-page at https://subscribepage.io/L-EARN-Biz-2024

We believe this programme will greatly benefit young township entrepreneurs in your network. If you find it suitable, kindly share this information with those who may be interested to enhance their personal and business financial well-being?

They can join L+EARN 2024 to learn how they can increase their profitability and build a fundable business. The programme covers a few hours a week over 10 weeks of learning about financial well-being for themselves and their businesses.

Kindly forward this information to those that may benefit. We are starting with two pre-programme webinars on 27 June and 4 July; and the applications for the programme close on 8 July.

Here are links to our recent social media post, which you may forward to your audience:

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/AuAtaqJGX3tcjut6/

APPLY FOR THE L+EARN PROGRAMME 2024

"Turn your township business into a profit-making success."

Join this free programme for young entrepreneurs, featuring engaging online workshops, individual coaching, and networking opportunities.

🔓 Unlock these exclusive benefits:

✅ Using proven planning tools to boost sales

✅ Understanding costing, pricing, record-keeping and compliance

✅ Pitching to financiers

✅ Personal introductions to a Private Banker

✅ Business incentives and awards

✅ Expand your network

✅ Receive sponsored data

Applications close: July 8, 2024, at 12h00

For more information:👉 https://subscribepage.io/L-EARN-Biz-2024

16/06/2024

Ithimba labaholi bezimboni ezahlukene, osomabhizinisi, abatshalizimali elivela e-Melika lizohambela ingqungquthela iResurgence Durban Conference ka-2024 lapho lizobheka khona amathuba okutshalwa kwezimali eThekwini.

Hlanganyela kule ngqungquthela ezoba se-Inkosi Albert Luthuli International Convention Centre kusukela ngomhla ka-17 kuya ku-21 Julayi 2024 i- Resurgence Conference.

Ungaphuthelwa yilengqungquthela okuhloswe ngayo ukuthuthukisa ezohwebo nokutshalwa kwezimali eNingizimu Afrika.

Osomabhizinisi abafisa ukuzokhangisa kwiResurgence Durban Conference kumele babhalise kungakadluli umhla ka-30 Juni 2024.

Ukuze ubhalise noma uma ufisa ukuthola olunye ulwazi mayelana neResurgence Durban Conference, vakashela ku-www.resurgenceconference.org

Noma ulandele lelink ukuze uthole ifomu lokubhalisela ukuyokhangisa ibhizinisi lakho:https://bit.ly/reSURGEnceReg

12/06/2024

Important information to note.........

SARS is automating its processes to make sure normal taxpayers don’t fall through the cracks – but also to free up its focus for the big guys.

04/06/2024

04/06/2024

UPDATED PUBLIC NOTICE REGARDING WEEKEND DATES AND OPENING TIMES OF DRIVERS LICENCE TESTING CENTRES AND MOTOR LICENCING OFFICES IN JUNE 2024

Members of the Public are advised that Drivers Licencing Testing Centres offer Drivers Licencing-related services such as Bookings for Learners and Drivers Tests as well as Testing, Renewal of Drivers Licences, Applications for and Renewals of PrDPs, and Collection of Drivers Licence Cards. They do not offer Motor Vehicle Licencing services unless otherwise stated.

Documents that are required for the processing of applications:
• Identity Document/Smart card and a copy thereof;
• Drivers Licence;
• R250 for the issue of Drivers Licence;
• R90 for temporary Drivers Licence and 1X ID sized Photograph;

The following should be noted regarding Proof of residence:
• Must not be older than 3 months;
• Must clearly state the physical address;
• If residing with parents an affidavit done by the parent must accompany the proof of residence;
• If leasing property, the lease agreement must be attached.

An eye test certificate from an optometrist is preferred, although eye test facilities are available on site unless otherwise indicated. These must not be older than 3 months.

EMPANGENI DLTC will be open on 15-16 June 2024 from 15 and 16 June 2024 from 07:00 - 13:00 offering the following services:

Renewal of Drivers Licences;
Application and Issue of PrDPs;
Booking of Learners and Drivers Licences;
Collection of Drivers Licences;
Learners License Tests;
Driver’s Licence (Code A) Tests.

MKONDENI DLTC will be open on the following weekends, 01-02, 08-09, 22-23 & 29-30 June 2024 2024, from 07h00-13h00 offering the following services:

Collection of Drivers Licence Cards;
Renewal of Driving Licences;
PrDP application (New application and Renewals, as well as issue);
Bookings for Learner’s and Driver’s Licence Tests.

NEWCASTLE DLTC will be open on the weekends of 08-09 and 22-23 June 2024 from 07h45-14h00 for the following services:

Drivers Licencing Bookings;
Drivers Licence Tests;
Learners Licencing Bookings;
PrDP Applications and Renewals;
Renewal of Driver's Licence Cards;
Collection of Driver's Licence Cards;

PINETOWN DLTC will be open on the following weekends, 01-02, 08-09, 22-23 & 29-30 June 2024 2024, from 07h00-13h00 offering the following services:

Collection of Drivers Licence Cards;
Renewal of Driving Licences;
PrDP application (New application and Renewals, as well as issue).

Please note: Card Payments are encouraged.

ROSSBURGH DLTC is open on the following weekends, 01-02, 08-09, 22-23 & 29-30 June 2024, from 07h30-13h30 offering the following services:

Collection of Drivers Licence Cards;
Renewal of Driving Licences;
PrDP application (New application and Renewals, as well as issue)., from 07h30-13h30 offering the following services:

• Collection of Driving Licence Cards;
• Renewals of Driving Licences;
• PrDP application (new applications and renewals) and issue (R250);

There will be no bookings of Learners and Driving Licenses on the weekends.

Payments can be made by cards only and applicants must bring optometrist reports for the eye test.

DURBAN MOTOR LICENCING BUREAU will be open on 08-09 June 2024 offering all motor vehicle licencing services from 08h00 – 13h00.

PINETOWN MOTOR LICENCING BUREAU will be open on 29-30 June 2024 offering all motor vehicle licencing services from 08h00 – 13h00.

UMBILO MOTOR LICENCING BUREAU will be open on 29-30 June 2024 offering all motor vehicle licencing services from 08h00 – 13h00.

The following MUNICIPALLY-RUN Drivers Licence Testing Centres are open on weekends as follows:

ABAQULUSI DLTC will be opening on 08 and 29 June 2024 from 08h00 - 13h00 offering the following services:

• Drivers licence renewals;
• Collection of Drivers’ licences;
• Booking of Learners and Drivers Licence Tests;
• Testing of Learners Licences.

For enquiries please contact Mr B.P. Cele on email: [email protected]

VERULAM DLTC is open on Saturdays 01, 08, 15, 22 & 29 June 2024 for all drivers’ licence-related transactions from 07h00 – 13h00.
For Motor Vehicle Licence Transactions, Verulam Motor Licencing Office will be open on Saturdays 01, 08, 15, 22 & 29 June 2024 from 07h00 to 12h30.

WINKLESPRUIT DLTC is open on Saturdays 01, 08, 15, 22 & 29 June 2024 for all drivers’ licence-related transactions from 07h00 to 13h00.
For Motor Vehicle Licence Transactions, Winklespruit Motor Licencing Office will be open on Saturdays Saturdays 01, 08, 15, 22 & 29 June 2024 from 07h00 to 12h30.

UMHLANGA LICENCING OFFICE will be open for Motor Vehicle Licence Transactions on Saturdays 01, 08, 15, 22 & 29 June 2024 from 07h00 to 12h30.

RAY NKONYENI (PORT SHEPSTONE) DLTC will be operating on Saturdays 01, 08, 22 and 29 June 2024 from 08h00 to 12h00. All services relating to the DLTC functions except for the testing of applicants for driving licences will be offered.

A total of 60 numbers will be issued for the day and will be assessed by the supervisor on duty for further intake of applicants. Applicants who are frail and or physically challenged will be given priority and assisted as quickly as possible.

The Motor Vehicle Licencing & Registration office will not be opened on weekends to the public.

PLEASE NOTE:
- When further information is received regarding other DLTC weekend openings, this information will be added to this notification. Please do not enquire about other DLTCs that are not listed in this notification as this information cannot be provided.
- Detailed information regarding Drivers Licences, including Renewals and PrDPs can be found at http://www.kzntransport.gov.za/faq/index.htm
- Detailed information regarding Learners Licences can be located at
http://www.kzntransport.gov.za/faq/index.htm

All documentation must be provided to our Loss Control Section, who then forward such to the relevant Regional Office where the alleged incident took place.

03/06/2024

*The National Lotteries Commission (NLC) offers miscellaneous grants.*

These grants are available to non-profit organizations whose activities or projects fall outside the mandate of the Distributing Agencies for Arts, Culture and National Heritage, Charities, and Sport and Recreation. There is no public call for applications, so organizations can apply at any time. However, applicants are advised to submit their applications well in advance of the project start date.

Learn more here:👉

The fourth and smallest category of funding from the NLC is for Miscellaneous Purposes. This category is allocated 2% of the fund for disbursement to applicants who meet the requirements. The members of the Board serve as the distributing agency for the Miscellaneous Purposes category of funding.

31/05/2024

Raizcorp is offering SMMEs in the PINK (Phoenix, Inanda, Ntuzuma and KwaMashu) area, who would like to join their incubation programme to attend an information workshop to be held at KwaMashu L Section Community Hall, taking place on 06 June 2024.

For further details and RSVP, contact Deveshnee Mariah @ 081 515 1998.

29/05/2024

*DID YOU KNOW*

You can still vote for NATIONAL at any voting station if you are not able to get the station you are registered at.

Fellow South Africans, let's make the mark as our voice counts, even at this level.

24/05/2024

Office of the Status of Women - KZN OTP is currently running a provincial gender machinery meeting at the Public Works Conference Centre, and GBVF programmes are being discussed.

23/05/2024

Attention: Women Entrepreneurs in the Construction Industry

23/05/2024

Dear Entrepreneur,

You are cordially invited to an exclusive Enterprise and Supplier Development Programme designed to empower you and expand your business. The training programme commences on Thursday the 30th of May 2024.

This is six weeks long programme, and you will be required to attend the training in person; 08H30- 15H30 for two days a week. The training covers critical topics for SMMEs such as costing & pricing, legal & compliance, business ethics, marketing including & e-commerce to mentions a few modules.

Kindly click on the link below to RSVP. An Aide Memoire with venue details will be send on Friday to businesses that have confirmed attendance.
THE NEF SARS ESD PROGRAMME REGISTRATION:

Mint Fresh Advisory Services(MFAS) has been contracted by the National Empowerment Fund through its Pre-Investment Unit to deliver Entrepreneurship Training to SARS Supplier Development (SD) beneficiaries. The aims of the project has been communicated and we encourage you to take advantage of this o...

20/05/2024

eThekwini Municipality is hosting a Sports Summit at the Durban ICC.

17/05/2024

Small Business Consulting Services done professionally, efficiently and promptly.

17/05/2024

Funding for Black Entrepreneurs from Government Grants & Funds

National Empowerment Fund (NEF)

The NEF is, a part of the government’s development mandate to encourage black participation in business and entrepreneurship. It helps to assist black entrepreneurs in achieving funding. This fund aims to assist black youth, women and men, communities and businesses to achieve sustainable success.
Types of NEF Funding

The NEF has four main channels of funding that consist of subdivisions. These are:
1. iMbewu Fund:

This consists of subdivision is entrepreneur finance, procurement finance and franchise finance.

This fund supports black entrepreneurs who are starting up a new business or expanding an existing one.

This contribution takes the form of offering debt counselling, quasi-equity and equity finance products.

The funds contribution ranges from R250 000 to a maximum of R10 million

2. uMnotho Fund:

This NEF funding has subdivisions in finance, new venture finance, expansion capital, capital markets, and liquidity and warehousing.

This fund is available to black entrepreneurs who manage or own businesses, new ventures, expanding existing business. It is also available to black entrepreneurs who want to buy a share of equity in black and white owned businesses.

The contributions from this fund range from R2 million to R75 million.

3. Rural and Community Development Fund:

This NEF fund has subdivisions in acquisition, new venture capital, expansion capital and start-up/green categories.

The creation of this government fund is to promote sustainable change in social and economic relations along with supporting and developing the rural economy by financing sustainable enterprises and co-operatives.

This NEF funding ranges from R1 million to R50 million.

3. Strategic Projects:

This NEF fund has subdivisions of empowerment objectives.

The aim of the government fund is to increase black participation in early-stage projects.

These projects need to have economic merit and the ability to deliver on the government’s development mandate

How Can You Apply for NEF Funding?

NEF funding is available for start-up and existing businesses. It will conduct the following processes when evaluating your business:

It will conduct a, self-needs analysis to determine how the NEF funding can assist your businesses needs and which offer is best suited.

You will need to provide an application form and a comprehensive proposal with evidence that supports the commercial viability and financial position of your business.

After you’ve submitted your application to the NEF, it will assess your information for final approval and receiving of funds

The NEF website offers the following checklist to ensure you include everything needed when applying for funding.

You’ll need to meet all the requirements or your application won’t be successfully considered.

This process can take up to six weeks.

If your application is successful, it could take up to three to four months to receive NEF funding.

Contact Details for NEF Funding

For more information about the NEF fund, visit www.nefcorp.co.za.

Email general enquiries to [email protected]

Or call the following numbers +27 (0)11 305 8000 or 0861 843 633 (call centre).

14/05/2024

09/05/2024

We are looking to fill the following vacancy - Training Facilitator

06/05/2024

"Boosting Local Economy - What You Need to Know About Small Business Friday"

Small Business Friday is a national movement in South Africa that aims to support and celebrate small businesses. It is an initiative sponsored by Absa and driven by the National Small Business Chamber (NSBC). The movement encourages all South Africans to go out and support local small businesses, recognizing the crucial role they play in the economy and the communities they serve.

The initiative is designed to promote entrepreneurship and job creation by mobilizing the nation to support small businesses. It is a call to action for consumers to shop at small businesses, share their experiences, and spread the word about the importance of supporting local enterprises. This movement aims to create a positive social, economic, and environmental impact by empowering small businesses to grow and thrive.

The movement is not limited to a single day; it is a 365-day drive that peaks on the first Friday of spring every year. This annual event is used to amplify the message and encourage even greater nationwide support for small businesses.

The movement is also supported by various initiatives, such as the Absa Small Business Friday program, which offers cash back rewards to customers who shop at participating local businesses using their Absa cards. This program aims to incentivize customers to support local businesses and contribute to the growth of the economy.

South Africans should support the initiative because it aims to promote and celebrate the importance of small businesses in the country's economy. Small businesses are crucial for job creation, innovation, and economic growth, and this initiative encourages consumers to support these businesses by shopping locally and spreading the word about their products and services.

By participating in , South Africans can contribute to the growth of the economy and help create jobs. This initiative also fosters a sense of community and social responsibility, as it encourages individuals to support local entrepreneurs and contribute to the development of their neighborhoods.

03/05/2024

Special vote allows a registered voter who can't vote at their voting station on election day to apply to vote on a predetermined day before election day.