The Cape Clothing & Textile Cluster's Origin8: From Start-up to Scale-up programme

The Cape Clothing & Textile Cluster (CCTC) is excited to announce the launch of “Origin8: From Start-up to Scale-up”, a programme that is designed to support small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in South Africa’s clothing, textile, footwear, and leather (CTFL) sector.

Supported by the City of Cape Town’s Growth Coalitions Branch, the programme is the first of its kind, aiming to expose promising SMEs to major national retailer requirements, helping them to bridge the gaps that exist in their business to better align with industry standards and customer expectations.

Why should you apply

If you want to accelerate your business to the next level in the clothing, textile, footwear and leather industry, then don’t miss this exclusive opportunity to:

• Gain insight into key customer expectations: Uncover the crucial questions and requirements that drive decision-making for big customers when they’re assessing new suppliers.
• Sync your strategy with industry demands: Join a dynamic panel discussion featuring industry leaders to ensure your offering is what major customers really want.
• Equip yourself for smart, sustainable expansion: Get your hands on tailored resources and tools designed to help you scale strategically – focusing on genuine customer needs rather than arbitrary upgrades.
• Expand your industry connections: Seize opportunities to forge meaningful connections with potential customers and industry peers through engaging interactive sessions and dedicated networking events.

Who should apply?

CCTC Origin8 is open to all SMEs in the CTFL sector – from garment and footwear manufacturers to screening, printing and embroidery services – in Cape Town and surrounds, with over two years of trading experience, employing 10 or more people, and with an annual turnover between R2 million and R50 million. Preference will be given to businesses that are 51% or more Black-owned, with a focus on apparel manufacturing, leather, footwear, and related offerings.

How to apply?

Interested SMEs who qualify are encouraged to apply for this free programme before 2nd December 2024. Spaces are limited so if you want to gain a competitive advantage, early application is recommended.