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Lwams Africas Manufacturing Journey Shows The Power Of Supplier Development

Tshwane Automotive Special Economic Zone (TASEZ)Ref: https://tasez.co.za/lwams-africas-manufacturing-journey-shows-the-power-of-supplier-development/

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Collected on 21 August 2026

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What this means

This media statement highlights the growth of Lwams Africa Group from a car wash business to a diversified manufacturer, supported by TASEZ’s enterprise development initiatives and Ford’s supplier development programme. It underscores how government-backed support and integration into value chains can drive industrialisation for small businesses. The article serves as an inspirational case study rather than a formal opportunity announcement.

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supplier development programmeOngoing

Supplier Development Programme Participation

Small businesses can apply to join Ford's supplier development programme, which supports emerging manufacturers by providing access to markets, technical guidance, and integration into automotive value chains.

Who it is for: small businesses and SMMEs in the automotive sector
How to act on it: Apply to the programme through a public call for applications

The document's recorded date is 4 August 2026. Confirm on the official source.

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We applied to be part of the programme, and fortunately enough we got to be part of the supplier development.

enterprise development beneficiary statusOngoing

Enterprise Development Beneficiary Status in TASEZ

Businesses can become beneficiaries of TASEZ's enterprise development initiatives, gaining support to grow and integrate into industrial value chains within the special economic zone.

Who it is for: emerging manufacturers and local enterprises in SEZs
How to act on it: Become a beneficiary through TASEZ's enterprise development programmes

The document's recorded date is 4 August 2026. Confirm on the official source.

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Lwams Africa Group is a Tshwane Automotive Special Economic Zone (TASEZ) enterprise development beneficiary.

Facts

Places

City of Tshwane, Gauteng

Reference

https://tasez.co.za/lwams-africas-manufacturing-journey-shows-the-power-of-supplier-development/

Key Takeaways

Lwams Africa Group
Tshwane Automotive Special Economic Zone (TASEZ)
Ford
supplier development programme
2018
2020
Pretoria
2nd International Special Economic Zones Infrastructure and Investment Conference
4 August 2026
Lwams Africa Group
Tshwane Automotive Special Economic Zone (TASEZ)
Ford
Zwi Nelwamondo
Mandla Mpangase
TASEZ
Pretoria

Dates

Closing Date

4 August 2026