Funding women in business

Dear SA LED Network Member,

The Industrial Development Coperation (IDC) has a R400 million ring-fenced funding for women entrepreneurs. Beneficiaries of the fund will not only get financial support but also training, mentorship and support.  A full article on this funding programme can be read here.

Document: New in our online library is a report by the Department of Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries giving a statistical overview in the sector. The report, Quarterly Economic Overview of the Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries Sector shows that the sector contracted for the third consecutive quarter, recording a quarter-on-quarter negative growth of 4, 3%. Click on the picture below for the full document.

Event: On 16 February 2012 there will be a Global Dialogue on How Cities Learn (and What They Do with What They Know) Lessons for South Africa discussion held in three venues across the country. The discussions can also be watched online between 15:00-18:00 by clicking here and more information can be obtained here.

Jobs: Oxfam seeks to employ an Economic Justice Policy and Campaign Coordinator to be based in Pretoria. The job specifications can be seen here. Should you be interested in this position please apply by 24 February 2012.

Tender: The Gauteng Innovation Competition has opened applications. The competition is a platform to enhance local government service delivery in Gauteng through innovation. Applications close on 24 February 2012 and winners will be announced on 8 March 2012. Please click here for more information.

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