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The Development Bank of South Africa (DBSA), supported by the European Investment Bank (EIB), offers financial support through its Embedded Generation Investment Programme for small and medium-sized solar photovoltaic and onshore wind projects developed by independent power producers in South Africa.
- Who it is for:
- independent power producers in South Africa developing solar photovoltaic or onshore wind projects
- How to act on it:
- Projects must be submitted through the DBSA’s Embedded Generation Investment Programme as part of the broader financing initiative.
The Development Bank of Southern Africa is implementing the refurbishment of the boys’ hostel at Healdtown Comprehensive High School in the Eastern Cape. This project aims to restore the historic school's infrastructure, create a better learning environment, and stimulate local economic development.
- Who it is for:
- the Eastern Cape Department of Education, local contractors, SMMEs, and local labour
- How to act on it:
- No application or submission required; the project is implemented by the DBSA under mandate from the EC DOE.
The DFI CEOs Forum invites executives from public national and provincial funds, DFIs, and fund managers in South Africa to participate in technical workstreams focused on defining the strategic thrust of South African DFIs in decarbonization and understanding financial impacts and opportunities for mobilizing climate finance.
- Who it is for:
- executives from DFIs, public national and provincial funds, and fund managers in South Africa
- How to act on it:
- Join the DFI Just Transition Task Team as an executive representative; participate in one or more of the defined workstreams (Workstream 1: Define strategic thrust of DFIs in decarbonization; Workstream 2: Understand financial impacts and opportunities for climate finance)
The DBSA provides targeted funding for specific focus areas including Local Government Support, Energy, Information & Communications Technology, Transport, Water and Sanitation, Education, Health, and Critical Minerals. Applicants must align their projects with one or more of these priority sectors.
- Who it is for:
- project proponents in the listed sectors who are implementing or planning infrastructure projects in Africa
- How to act on it:
- Access the 'Apply for Funding' portal on the DBSA website and select the relevant focus area for submission.
Businesses can organise and conduct training sessions in essential skills such as computer literacy or technical abilities for residents in underserved areas, helping to improve employability and economic independence.
- Who it is for:
- local residents in underserved communities
- How to act on it:
- Partner with local organisations or reach out to community leaders to set up and deliver skills workshops
Businesses can encourage their employees to volunteer time to build or maintain schools, clinics, or community gardens. This includes creating income-generating projects like gardens for women's shelters or hosting skills workshops in computer literacy and technical skills.
- Who it is for:
- employees of businesses
- How to act on it:
- Contact your company's CSR or community engagement department to participate in volunteering initiatives
Delegates will explore renewable energy projects through a newly published database featuring over 1,200 projects worth approximately $10 billion, offering detailed information on viable opportunities for investment and collaboration.
- Who it is for:
- investors, energy developers, project partners
- How to act on it:
- Access the database during the Inward Buying Mission events in Midrand and Cape Town
The Development Bank of Southern Africa (DBSA) sponsors the construction and full equipping of houses in under-resourced communities as part of its Corporate Social Investment (CSI) programme. This includes building five houses in Palm Ridge near Katlehong, which are fully furnished and ready for immediate occupation.
- Who it is for:
- households in need of shelter in Palm Ridge, Katlehong, and surrounding areas
- How to act on it:
- No application or submission required; the opportunity is provided directly by DBSA through its partnership with Habitat for Humanity South Africa.
The Development Bank of Southern Africa is providing two buses to transport rural learners from KwaShukela and Nondabuya villages to school while the pedestrian bridge is being constructed. This service is intended to reduce the risks associated with walking long distances and swimming across the uHlanjana River.
- Who it is for:
- rural learners from KwaShukela and Nondabuya villages in Jozini and uMhlabuyalingana local municipalities
- How to act on it:
- Learners are expected to use the provided buses as an interim measure until the bridge is completed; no application or registration process is described.
The Development Bank of Southern Africa is constructing a permanent pedestrian bridge to provide safe and direct access to schools for over 125 learners from remote villages in Jozini and uMhlabuyalingana local municipalities. This project aims to eliminate the dangers of crossing the river on foot, such as drowning, waterborne diseases, and crime.
- Who it is for:
- rural learners from KwaShukela and Nondabuya villages in Jozini and uMhlabuyalingana local municipalities
- How to act on it:
- No action required by individuals; the project is being implemented directly by the Development Bank of Southern Africa.
The Development Bank of Southern Africa offers financial and technical support through a project development facility to help developers conduct bankable feasibility studies and secure project-level funding for renewable energy initiatives.
- Who it is for:
- renewable energy project developers
- How to act on it:
- Apply through the DBSA's infrastructure fund or contact the DBSA directly for assistance with project development.
Residents of Balfour and surrounding areas can now access primary care, maternal and child health services, chronic disease management, emergency support, and community health education at the newly opened Balfour Community Health Centre.
- Who it is for:
- residents of Balfour and surrounding areas
- How to act on it:
- Visit the Balfour Community Health Centre in person to receive services