SMMEs

Call for Submissions: Products Showcase at the South African National Pavilion at Gulfood 2026, Dubai

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Applications are open for companies in the agro-processing sector to participate in the South African Pavilion at Gulfood - the largest food and beverage trade exhibition in the Middle East. Gulfood 2026 will showcase food and beverage products from around the world. South Africa will participate in the Fine Food Pavilion, which showcases agro-processing products and services, excluding beverages and meat.

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Proudly South African Buy Local Summit & Expo 2026

The 14th edition of the Proudly South African Buy Local Summit & Expo will take place on 16–17 March 2026 at the Sandton Convention Centre, Johannesburg. As Proudly South African’s flagship annual event, the Summit & Expo has evolved into the country’s premier local procurement and localisation...

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South Africa's First Artisan SMME Fund Launches to Close R300 Billion Funding Gap

Imara offers practical financing solutions for plumbers, electricians, builders and other skilled tradespeople struggling to access capital

A new fund is set to transform how South African artisans access financing, targeting a sector long overlooked by traditional financial institutions.

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Call for Expression of Interest: CSIR/EWSETA Energy Industry Support

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The CSIR Energy Industry Support Programme (EISP), funded through a partnership between CSIR and EWSETA, provides capacity building and technology incubation support to South African-owned SMMEs in the broader energy value chain. The initiative aims to equip enterprises with technical, business, and policy-related skills to participate meaningfully in renewable energy markets, while helping to fill critical skills gaps in the emerging energy industry and contributing to localisation, industrial development, and improved quality of life in South Africa.​

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SME Funding Summit 2026

The SME Funding Summit 2026 is a full‑day, dedicated platform for South African entrepreneurs to understand, access and navigate funding opportunities more effectively. Hosted by SME South Africa on 11 June 2026 at The Empire Conference & Events Venue in Parktown, Johannesburg, the summit positions...

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IAAE Summit - Century City

The IAAE Summit - Century City takes place on 19 June 2026, with registration starting at 08:00 and the summit running until 16:00. Entry is free, welcoming entrepreneurs and SMMEs from the Western Cape to a full day of practical business insights, compliance support, and networking.

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IAAE Summit - Mbombela

The IAAE Summit at Mbombela is scheduled for 22 May 2026, with registration opening at 08:00 and the programme running until 16:00. Entry is free, providing local entrepreneurs and SMMEs with direct access to advanced business strategies and market opportunities.

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IAAE Summit - Kimberley

The IAAE Summit - Kimberley, taking place on 24 April 2026 with registration starting at 08:00 and sessions running until 16:00, offers free entry to entrepreneurs and SMMEs seeking practical growth tools and market access. This summit forms part of a national series focused on unlocking business...

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IAAE Summit - Bloemfontein

The IAAE Summit - Bloemfontein takes place on 27 March 2026, with registration opening at 08:00 and the event running until 16:00. Attendance is free of charge, making this a key occasion for entrepreneurs and SMMEs in the region to fast-track their business growth and market access.

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IAAE Summit - East London

The IAAE Summit - East London forms part of a national series dedicated to equipping South African entrepreneurs and SMMEs with the practical tools and strategies to grow sustainable businesses. Over 12 months, nine summits will unpack the Business Model Canvas pillar by pillar, from Value...

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