Opportunities
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Local communities and Small Medium and Micro Enterprises in South Africa can benefit from ownership and participation opportunities in renewable energy projects funded under the Embedded Generation Investment Programme, as approximately US$84 million of the total funding is specifically allocated for this purpose.
- Who it is for:
- local communities and Small Medium and Micro Enterprises in South Africa
- How to act on it:
- Engage with Independent Power Producers developing eligible projects under the EGIP to participate in ownership or equity arrangements as part of the BB-BEE component.
Four fully equipped, government-compliant ECD infrastructure facilities were delivered in Limpopo. These include modified shipping containers or prefabricated structures with learning and playing equipment, designed to support early childhood development for children aged 0–8.
- Who it is for:
- early childhood development centres in Limpopo
- How to act on it:
- No application or submission required; facilities were delivered by the Development Bank of Southern Africa as part of its project implementation.
Two fully equipped, government-compliant ECD infrastructure facilities were delivered in North West, featuring environmentally friendly and safe sanitation systems and water catchment facilities for hygiene and vegetable gardens.
- Who it is for:
- early childhood development centres in North West
- How to act on it:
- No application or submission required; facilities were delivered by the Development Bank of Southern Africa as part of its project implementation.
Two fully equipped, government-compliant ECD infrastructure facilities were supplied to primary schools in Gauteng to promote the government model of attaching ECDs to primary schools.
- Who it is for:
- primary schools in Gauteng
- How to act on it:
- No application or submission required; facilities were delivered by the Development Bank of Southern Africa as part of its project implementation.
The Student Housing Infrastructure Programme (SHIP) addresses the challenge of affordable student housing for tertiary students across South Africa. It aims to improve educational performance by ensuring access to safe, affordable, and adequate housing through infrastructure development and collaboration between stakeholders.
- Who it is for:
- tertiary institutions, student housing developers, infrastructure financiers, and government education departments
- How to act on it:
- Submit applications via the DBSA's funding application portal for infrastructure development projects related to higher education.
The Development Bank of Southern Africa is seeking to implement and monitor the Municipal Utility Reform Programme in selected Mpumalanga municipalities. This includes improving energy and water utility efficiency through performance-based contracts, infrastructure upgrades, and institutional capacity building. The programme involves physical works such as pipeline refurbishment, water treatment plant upgrades, street lighting retrofits, substations, and mini-grid installations.
- Who it is for:
- municipalities in Mpumalanga, public service providers, infrastructure contractors, and institutional reform specialists
- How to act on it:
- Apply through the DBSA's official funding application portal for programme development opportunities; submit proposals for participation as an implementation agent or technical partner.
The Development Bank of Southern Africa, in partnership with the Lunchbox Fund, provides meals and essential kitchen equipment to preschools across five provinces. This includes food for children, cutlery, crockery, serving containers, and aprons for schools.
- Who it is for:
- preschool children attending ECD centres in five provinces
- How to act on it:
- No application required; the programme is implemented through partner organisations and existing ECD infrastructure.
The Development Bank of Southern Africa supports initiatives to improve sanitation in schools, particularly in rural and informal settlement areas where unsafe pit latrines are common. The project aims to address the national crisis by promoting safer, more hygienic sanitation solutions.
- Who it is for:
- schools in rural and informal settlement areas
- How to act on it:
- No direct application; the programme is driven by collaborative efforts and funded projects targeting vulnerable educational institutions.
This opportunity involves upgrading and replacing outdated electricity infrastructure in Tzaneen, Haenertsburg, Gravelotte, and Letsitele, including substations, distribution lines, switchgears, and panel retrofitting. The goal is to improve reliability, reduce losses, and ensure accurate billing.
- Who it is for:
- contractors and service providers with expertise in electrical network rehabilitation
- How to act on it:
- Apply through the DBSA's procurement portal for related tenders or RFQs
Suppliers who wish to work with the Development Bank of Southern Africa (DBSA) must register themselves on the Central Supplier Database. This registration is mandatory for all potential bidders and service providers.
- Who it is for:
- suppliers, contractors, consultants, and service providers interested in doing business with the DBSA
- How to act on it:
- Visit the DBSA website and complete the self-registration process on the Central Supplier Database
The DLABS Precinct model offers a three-to-five-year support package including start-up capital, operational assistance, and training in future and job-ready skills. It creates youth employment opportunities, supports micro-entrepreneurship in the informal economy, and provides access to sports, arts, recreation, healthcare, and psychosocial services. The programme uses green technologies and sustainable solutions to promote food security and long-term community resilience.
- Who it is for:
- underserved youth and local communities in South Africa
- How to act on it:
- No application process is described; participation appears to be through selection by DLABS or its partners.
The Development Bank of Southern Africa (DBSA) offers funding and support for ICT infrastructure projects such as fibre networks, data centres, satellite systems, undersea cables, towers, and fintech solutions. These projects aim to improve digital connectivity and enable digital transformation across Africa.
- Who it is for:
- private sector investors, public sector entities, co-financiers, and ICT project developers
- How to act on it:
- Contact DBSA to explore investment or funding opportunities in ICT infrastructure projects