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This form allows individuals to apply for advertised positions within the South African public service. It collects personal, professional, and legal information necessary to assess suitability for government jobs. Applicants must complete it fully and submit it along with certified supporting documents.
- Who it is for:
- persons wishing to apply for an advertised position in a government department
- How to act on it:
- Complete the Z83 form online or in print, sign and initial it, and submit it with certified documents to the Department of Small Business Development
This initiative provides entrepreneurs with access to quality support, market linkages, and funding opportunities through a nationwide network of partnerships. It is designed to help small businesses grow and create jobs across South Africa.
- Who it is for:
- entrepreneurs, job creators, and small business owners across South Africa
- How to act on it:
- Participation is facilitated through partnerships with institutions like SEDFA and the JSE; entrepreneurs can engage via regional hubs in Gauteng, Limpopo, Free State, Eastern Cape, and Western Cape.
The Department of Small Business Development will advance women's entrepreneurship by expanding access to the SheTrades platform, which connects women-owned businesses to global markets and provides training and resources.
- Who it is for:
- women entrepreneurs
- How to act on it:
- Access the SheTrades platform via the ITC SheTrades initiative to connect with markets and receive business development support
The Department of Small Business Development launched the TREP programme to support entrepreneurs in township and rural areas by providing training, mentorship, and business development services.
- Who it is for:
- entrepreneurs in townships and rural areas
- How to act on it:
- Apply through designated DSBD service points or online platforms
The department aims to establish 100 incubation centres across South Africa to support small business growth.
- Who it is for:
- small business incubators and entrepreneurs
- How to act on it:
- Partner with DSBD or apply for centre establishment grants
The department is advancing a Localisation Policy Framework to promote procurement from SMMEs in local communities.
- Who it is for:
- SMMEs seeking government contracts
- How to act on it:
- Comply with framework requirements and register with DSBD systems
The Start-up Nations initiative supports tech start-ups through funding, incubation, and innovation networks.
- Who it is for:
- tech start-ups
- How to act on it:
- Apply through DSBD portals or partner incubators
The department supports the identification and linking of 200 SMME products to formal markets.
- Who it is for:
- SMMEs producing goods for market
- How to act on it:
- Register products and participate in DSBD market linkage events
SheTradesZA is a digital platform launched by the department to connect women-owned enterprises with local and international markets.
- Who it is for:
- women-owned enterprises
- How to act on it:
- Register on the SheTradesZA platform via the DSBD website
The department aims to support 100 tech start-ups through funding, mentorship, and incubation services.
- Who it is for:
- tech start-ups
- How to act on it:
- Submit applications through DSBD or partner platforms
Women entrepreneurs can register on the SheTradesZA platform, which supports their access to markets and business opportunities. The platform aims to expand its reach to connect more women-owned enterprises with buyers and networks.
- Who it is for:
- women-owned enterprises in South Africa
- How to act on it:
- Register on the SheTradesZA platform to gain access to market linkages and business support services.
The Department is implementing the Creative Industries Masterplan to promote growth and sustainability in the creative sector, supporting artists, designers, and cultural entrepreneurs through targeted interventions.
- Who it is for:
- creative industry entrepreneurs and SMEs
- How to act on it:
- Engage with the Department of Small Business Development to access support under the Creative Industries Masterplan.