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Local businesses and property owners can host one of the 15 public EV charging stations being deployed across the Eastern Cape. Hosting provides visibility as a destination for electric vehicle drivers and boosts local economic activity through increased foot traffic.
- Who it is for:
- property owners and local business owners in the Eastern Cape
- How to act on it:
- Contact AIDC-EC to express interest in hosting a charging station; no formal application process is detailed in the document.
Local businesses and property owners can host one of the 15 public EV charging stations being deployed across the Eastern Cape province. This opportunity allows them to become part of a growing green infrastructure network while boosting foot traffic to their premises and nearby businesses.
- Who it is for:
- local businesses and property owners in small towns along major travel routes
- How to act on it:
- Apply or be approached by AIDC-EC to host a charging station on your premises
Beyond the initial 29 stations, further off-grid EV charging stations will be developed across the Eastern Cape within the next five years as part of the ongoing expansion of the network.
- Who it is for:
- future investors, developers, and local municipalities planning for EV infrastructure
- How to act on it:
- No application process is detailed; the expansion is planned under the existing partnership and will be rolled out based on project progress.
The Eastern Cape Government is establishing a network of 13 electric vehicle charging stations across the province to support EV mobility, stimulate demand for electric vehicles, and position the province as a leader in sustainable transport infrastructure.
- Who it is for:
- electric vehicle owners, drivers, transport operators, and public sector planners
- How to act on it:
- No application or registration required; the infrastructure is publicly accessible upon installation and commissioning.
This opportunity provides training and certification for local mechanics through a unified programme that includes apprenticeships and Artisan Recognition of Prior Learning (ARPL), aiming to upskill and formalise the workforce in the automotive aftermarket sector.
- Who it is for:
- local mechanics and aspiring artisans in the Eastern Cape automotive sector
- How to act on it:
- Participation will be facilitated through the partnership between AIDC-EC and RMI; interested individuals should await further details from the organisations involved.
This opportunity offers ongoing incubation and support to new members of the Retail Motor Industry Organisation (RMI), ensuring compliance with standards and maintaining quality in vehicle repair and maintenance services.
- Who it is for:
- new members of the RMI in the Eastern Cape seeking to meet industry standards
- How to act on it:
- New RMI members can access incubation support through the partnership between AIDC-EC and RMI.
This opportunity provides training, mentorship, and operational capacitation to 300 historically disadvantaged individual-owned small and medium-sized enterprises (SMMEs) in the Eastern Cape automotive aftermarket sector over the next three years.
- Who it is for:
- HDI-owned SMMEs in the automotive aftermarket in the Eastern Cape
- How to act on it:
- Interested HDI SMMEs should wait for formal announcements from AIDC-EC and RMI regarding application procedures.
This opportunity supports informal businesses in the automotive repair and maintenance sector by helping them register with CIPC, SARS, and MIBCO to become accredited RMI members.
- Who it is for:
- informal businesses in the automotive repair and maintenance industry in the Eastern Cape
- How to act on it:
- Informal business owners can seek support through AIDC-EC and RMI partnerships to register with CIPC, SARS, and MIBCO.
This support is available to SMMEs in the automotive aftermarket sector who are historically disadvantaged. It includes assistance with growth, market expansion, and capacity building, administered by AIDC Eastern Cape SOC Ltd.
- Who it is for:
- historically disadvantaged SMMEs in the automotive aftermarket industry
- How to act on it:
- No specific application route is stated; eligibility appears to be based on identification through the Aftermarket Support Programme.
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMMEs) in the automotive aftermarket industry based in the Eastern Cape can express interest in joining the AIDC-EC Aftermarket Support Programme. This is not a funding application but an opportunity to be considered for inclusion in a database for future support, including training, capacity building, financial assistance, and market access opportunities.
- Who it is for:
- HDI SMMEs in the Eastern Cape operating in the automotive aftermarket industry
- How to act on it:
- Complete the online expression-of-interest form with all required documents, including CIPC registration, South African ID, proof of trading address, SARS tax proof, financial statements, B-BBEE certificate, proof of 2+ years of operation, and workshop service pictures.
A service provider is being appointed to deliver Occupational Health and Safety audit services to 300 Automatice Aftermarket SMMEs across the Eastern Cape over a three-year period. This opportunity is open to qualified and registered service providers who meet the required criteria.
- Who it is for:
- qualified service providers with experience in OHS audits
- How to act on it:
- Interested service providers should refer to the official tender documentation on the AIDC Eastern Cape website for application instructions.
Artisans can obtain nationally recognised Red Seal qualifications through the Artisan Recognition of Prior Learning (ARPL) programme, which validates practical workplace experience in motor and diesel mechanics. The programme is open to experienced workers who wish to formalise their skills.
- Who it is for:
- experienced artisans in motor and diesel mechanics, especially those without formal qualifications
- How to act on it:
- Apply through the AIDC-EC partnership with KSD TVET College; participate in assessment, preparation, and trade testing under the QCTO-accredited ARPL framework.