East London IDZ

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Date: Friday, 01 November 2024 THE ELIDZ ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING REFLECTS ON VISION 2025 PROGRESS AND HIGHLIGHTS SIGNIFICANT GROWTH AND COMMUNITY IMPACT Today, the East London Industrial Development Zone (ELIDZ) hosted its Annual General Meeting (AGM) at the ELIDZ Conference Centre, presenting key performance highlights from the 2023/24 financial year and assessing progress towards the completion of Vision 2025. This important event was attended by Ms. Nonkqubela Pieters, MEC for the Department of Economic Development, Environmental Affairs, and Tourism (DEDEAT), representing the Department as a principal shareholder. The ELIDZ reached a significant milestone in its 2023/24 financial year (FY), celebrating 20 years since its designation as an Industrial Development Zone (IDZ) by the Department of Trade, Industry, and Competition (the dtic). This anniversary underscored two decades of economic transformation within the Eastern Cape region, establishing a solid foundation for future growth as the ELIDZ progresses toward its Vision 2025 goals. Read more on the attached media release. Eastern Cape Department of Economic Development, Environmental Affairs and Tourism Buffalo City Metropolitan Municipality

𝗠𝗘𝗖 𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗗𝗘𝗗𝗘𝗔𝗧 𝗨𝗡𝗩𝗘𝗜𝗟𝗦 𝗡𝗘𝗪 𝟰𝗜𝗥 𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗣𝗨𝗧𝗘𝗥 𝗟𝗔𝗕𝗢𝗥𝗔𝗧𝗢𝗥𝗬 𝗔𝗧 𝗨𝗠𝗧𝗜𝗭𝗔 𝗛𝗜𝗚𝗛 𝗦𝗖𝗛𝗢𝗢𝗟, 𝗣𝗔𝗩𝗜𝗡𝗚 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗪𝗔𝗬 𝗙𝗢𝗥 𝗗𝗜𝗚𝗜𝗧𝗔𝗟 𝗟𝗜𝗧𝗘𝗥𝗔𝗖𝗬, 𝗜𝗡𝗗𝗨𝗦𝗧𝗥𝗬 𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗗𝗜𝗡𝗘𝗦𝗦, 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗠𝗨𝗡𝗜𝗧𝗬 𝗗𝗘𝗩𝗘𝗟𝗢𝗣𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧 𝗜𝗡 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗘𝗔𝗦𝗧𝗘𝗥𝗡 𝗖𝗔𝗣𝗘. Today marked a significant milestone as the MEC for the Department of Economic Development, Environmental Affairs, and Tourism (DEDEAT), Ms Nonkqubela Ntomboxolo Pieters, joined key stakeholders, educators, and learners at Umtiza High School in Santa Settlement, East London, to unveil a state-of-the-art Community-Based Digital (4IR) Computer Laboratory. This pioneering initiative, facilitated through the office of the Eastern Cape Premier Lubabalo Oscar Mabuyane and led by the East London Industrial Development Zone (ELIDZ) in partnership with Microsoft South Africa and Deviare, an ICT small business, aims to boost digital literacy, bridge the digital divide, and empower youth in the Eastern Cape. This project represents the first phase of a five-year Corporate Social Investment (CSI) initiative, with a total investment of R550,000 aimed at supporting five selected schools in the region. The ELIDZ contributed R200,000 to the project, with Microsoft South Africa covering the remaining R350,000. Housed in a repurposed shipping container, this innovative digital lab is fully equipped with 30 laptops, internet connectivity, and backup power, creating a hub of technological advancement and educational opportunity for Umtiza High School and the surrounding community. Read more: https://lnkd.in/daw8PN8X Eastern Cape Department of Economic Development, Environmental Affairs and TourismEastern Cape Provincial GovernmentEastern Cape Department of EducationMicrosoftDeviare Deviare

We are pleased to invite you to the Official Handover of the new Community-Based Digital Laboratory at Umtiza High School, Santa Settlement, West Bank, East London.

South Africa’s journey towards sustainable energy recently took a leap forward as a delegation, including ELIDZ Sector Manager Dr Chris Ettmayr, joined a fact-finding mission to Germany. Hosted by Germany’s Energy Solutions Initiative, the mission offered South African and Namibian companies’ valuable insights into cutting-edge renewable energy technologies, green hydrogen production, and climate-neutral industrial practices. Dr Ettmayr’s participation highlights ELIDZ’s commitment to driving innovation in the green energy sector. Read the full article to learn more about this impactful mission: https://lnkd.in/guXKybTY  

This is your chance to invest in a growing, sustainable industry with great potential for economic growth and job creation. #InvestmentOpportunity #MedicinalMushrooms #Sustainability #ELIDZ #EconomicGrowth #Reishi #TurkeyTail

#MFGIndaba2024 is officially underway! We are excited to be showcasing the East London Industrial Development Zone's comprehensive offering that support industrial growth and investment. Visit our stand to learn more about how we are driving innovation in the manufacturing sector and explore partnership opportunities. hashtag #ELIDZ #Manufacturing #Innovation #IndustrialDevelopment #EasternCape #Investment

Catch us at #MFGIndaba 2024! The East London Industrial Development Zone (ELIDZ) will be at the Manufacturing Indaba 2024 from 22-23 October at the Sandton Convention Centre, Johannesburg, Gauteng. Come see how we’re leading industrial growth in the Eastern Cape, and don’t miss our Acting COO on the panel! #MFGIndaba2024 #ELIDZ #Manufacturing #IndustrialGrowth #EasternCape #Panelist

This week, the ELIDZ participated in the South African Auto Week, organised by Naamsa to keep abreast of the latest developments and opportunities in this important sector. With just over 50% of the enterprises that are operating in the ELIDZ being in the auto sector, the ELIDZ recognizes the role and impact that the automotive sector has played in driving and expanding the economy of both the Buffalo City Metro and the Eastern Cape province as a whole. The ELIDZ continues to look at different strategies to attract new investment and increase the localisation of the auto sector value chain in the province and the SAAW provided the organisation with great insight on key developments in the domestic and global automotive sectors. The event, which celebrated 100 years of automotive manufacturing in South Africa, also presented the Eastern Cape, through Premier Oscar Mabuyane, an opportunity to present its offering to investors in this sector and to further entrench its position as the leading automotive hub of South Africa.

Are you an aspiring SMME looking to take your business to the next level? The East London Industrial Development Zone (ELIDZ) is now accepting applications for our renowned Manufacturing Incubation Programme.

BE PART OF OUR TEAM: The ELIDZ is currently looking for a suitable candidate for the following available position. BUSINESS ANALYST. Visit our website for full details: https://lnkd.in/drD9Q-mq