Eastern Cape Business 2017 edition
The 2017 edition of Eastern Cape Business is the 10th issue of this highly successful publication that, since its launch in 2006, has established itself as the premier business and investment guide to the Eastern Cape Province. The Eastern Cape enjoys an abundance of natural and human resources, as well as established industrial infrastructure that drives the economy of the province. This includes three ports and two industrial development zones which are home to a wide range of manufacturers and exporters. The 2017 edition includes an in-depth look at the province’s two Industrial Development Zones, a focus on skills development and investment climate information from the Nelson Mandela Business Chamber and the Border-Kei Chamber of Business.
The 2017 edition of Eastern Cape Business is the 10th issue of this highly successful publication that, since its launch in 2006, has established itself as the premier business and investment guide to the Eastern Cape Province. The Eastern Cape enjoys an abundance of natural and human resources, as well as established industrial infrastructure that drives the economy of the province. This includes three ports and two industrial development zones which are home to a wide range of manufacturers and exporters.
The 2017 edition includes an in-depth look at the province’s two Industrial Development Zones, a focus on skills development and investment climate information from the Nelson Mandela Business Chamber and the Border-Kei Chamber of Business.
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CONTENTS<br />
Agri-processing 38<br />
Manufacturers are harvesting the <strong>Eastern</strong> <strong>Cape</strong>’s excellent<br />
produce.<br />
Manufacturing 40<br />
From eye drops to dog food, the <strong>Eastern</strong> <strong>Cape</strong> has diverse<br />
manufacturing opportunities.<br />
Automotive 42<br />
Vehicles and components anchor manufacturing in<br />
the <strong>Eastern</strong> <strong>Cape</strong>.<br />
Energy 44<br />
Gas and renewable energy are creating a new<br />
energy landscape.<br />
Water 46<br />
The <strong>Eastern</strong> <strong>Cape</strong> is tackling water shortages through<br />
new dams and improved controls.<br />
Information and communication technology 50<br />
Incubators and laboratories are boosting innovation.<br />
Banking and finance 52<br />
Formal banking is expanding its reach into rural areas.<br />
Development finance and SMME support 54<br />
Seed money is available for forestry ventures and much more.<br />
Tourism 56<br />
Events and adventures are drawing more visitors to the<br />
<strong>Eastern</strong> <strong>Cape</strong>.<br />
Government<br />
<strong>Eastern</strong> <strong>Cape</strong> Provincial Government 60<br />
<strong>Eastern</strong> <strong>Cape</strong> Local Government 61<br />
References<br />
Sector contents 28<br />
Index64<br />
Maps<br />
<strong>Eastern</strong> <strong>Cape</strong> Regional map 11<br />
<strong>Eastern</strong> <strong>Cape</strong> Municipal map 63<br />
Free State<br />
LESOTHO<br />
KwaZulu-<br />
EASTERN CAPE PROVINCE<br />
Rouxville Zastron<br />
Matatiele Natal<br />
Britstown<br />
Bethulie<br />
Ixopo<br />
R56<br />
N12 De Aar<br />
Mount<br />
Aliwal North<br />
Colesburg Oviston<br />
Lady Grey<br />
Mount Kokstad<br />
Northern <strong>Cape</strong><br />
R58<br />
Fletcher<br />
Ayliff<br />
Burgersdorp<br />
Port Edward<br />
Hanover<br />
Jamestown Barkly<br />
R61<br />
N10<br />
East Maclear Mount Frere<br />
N1<br />
Steynsburg<br />
N6 Dordrecht<br />
N2<br />
Victoria West<br />
R56<br />
Middelburg<br />
Molteno<br />
Elliot<br />
Lusikisiki<br />
Indwe<br />
Hofmeyr<br />
Mthatha<br />
Three Sisters<br />
Queenstown<br />
Port St Johns<br />
R61<br />
Western <strong>Cape</strong><br />
Tsomo<br />
Tarkastad<br />
Coffee Bay<br />
Beaufort West Graaff-Reinet<br />
Cradock<br />
Sada Cathcart<br />
N<br />
R61<br />
R63 Somerset<br />
Aberdeen<br />
Stutterheim<br />
Butterworth<br />
Pearston East Adelaide Fort<br />
Komga<br />
N9<br />
Beaufort<br />
Cookhouse<br />
Bhisho N2<br />
Klipplaat<br />
Rietbron<br />
N10<br />
King William's<br />
Town EAST LONDON<br />
Willowmore<br />
Kirkwood<br />
Grahamstown<br />
Steytlerville<br />
Paterson<br />
N2<br />
Hamburg<br />
INDIAN OCEAN<br />
Uniondale<br />
R72<br />
Joubertina<br />
N9<br />
Uitenhage<br />
Port Alfred<br />
Motorway<br />
Knysna N2<br />
Humansdorp<br />
Main Road<br />
Kareedouw<br />
PORT ELIZABETH<br />
Railway<br />
Plettenberg Bay<br />
Jeffreys Bay<br />
EASTERN CAPE BUSINESS <strong>2017</strong><br />
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