The Department of Economic Development, Tourism and Environmental Affairs and its Public Entities participated in the business seminar hosted by the National Department of Trade, Industry and Competition in partnership with Maphumulo Local Municipality at Maphumulo Town Hall in Ilembe District Municipality.

The business seminar aims to engage local businesses with the form of presentations and exhibitions by educating, inspiring, and connecting professionals, driving growth and success.

The audience were engaged on different topics, such as:

• Different funding available
• Mentorship and training support
• Entrepreneurship
• Non profit organizations
• Business compliance
• Innovation and technology
• Import and Export of goods
• Research and methodology