Urban Support Programs Boost Small and Medium-sized Business Expansion in Cape Town
The City of Cape Town's Economic Growth Directorate is spearheading the High Impact Supplier Development Programme, an initiative designed to help small, medium, and micro enterprises (SMMEs) grow and thrive by sharpening their business strategies and operational capacities [1][5].
This programme focuses on key areas that drive growth, such as building a strong sales pipeline, enhancing the ability to win contracts, and supporting operational efficiency and strategic business development [1][3][5]. By targeting these areas, the programme empowers SMMEs in Cape Town to expand their market presence and improve their chances of success in competitive supply chains.
Recently, the 10th Annual Smart Supplier Programme and SMME Showcase was hosted by the City, where Alderman James Vos, Mayoral Committee Member for Economic Growth, addressed the businesses [2]. Alderman Vos emphasised the importance of SMMEs in driving economic innovation and resilience [3].
The programme has already demonstrated its effectiveness, with companies like Saxonburg Fleet Maintenance in Blackheath reporting improvements in financial planning and strategic growth due to the High Impact Supplier Development Programme [4]. The programme has aided participants in shifting their mindset and operating like business owners.
Alderman James Vos believes that targeted programmes like these are crucial in addressing Cape Town's leading unemployment figures among metros. By equipping entrepreneurs with the skills and connections they need to succeed, these programmes contribute significantly to the city's economic growth [2].
For more information about the High Impact Supplier Development Programme, please contact the City's Economic Growth Directorate at +27 21 417 4043 or email [email protected] [1].
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