Information & Communications Technology (ICT)

INFORMATION & COMMUNICATIONS TECHNOLOGY (ICT)

MEDS: Input Papers into Micro Economic Strategy for Western Cape: 2005 (Public Information)

CallingtheCape is a locally established networking association which aims to bring role players together in the establishment of call centre investment and to develop and promote Cape Town as the primary world-class location for the establishment of international and national contact centres. This website contains information on CallingtheCape, its members and affiliates, as well as news on the call centre industry. >

Industrial Development Corporation of South Africa (IDC) Website (Link)

This website provides background information on the IDC and its activities locally and elsewhere in Africa. It contains detailed information on obtaining financial assistance for your business through the IDC. >

Cape Information Technology Initiative (CITI) Website (Link)

CITI is a not-for-profit organisation focused on developing the ICT industry in the Western Cape. CITI's goal is to promote Cape Town as a global IT hub and gateway into Africa, thereby facilitating the creation of jobs and prosperity through IT. This website contains information on CITI business development cluster marketing and networking research and public policy skills development. >

Western Cape Information and Communication Technology Sector Scan 2001: Executive Summary (Reports & Research)

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Department of Trade and Industry (The Government of South Africa)

Western Cape Information and Communication Technology Sector Scan 2001 (Public Information)

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This comprehensive study of the ICT industry in the Western Cape explores the nature of businesses in the province, their major strengths and weaknesses, and the key issues and challenges facing businesses. >

Database of BEE SA Companies in the IT, Telecoms and Electronics Industries (Public Information)

The Department of Trade and Industry in partnership with various non-profit industry organisations has developed a database of Black Economic Empowered (BEE) companies in the ICT and electronics sectors. The database is a valuable tool to equip players in the these sectors to identify BEE partners and provides BEE companies with a marketing platform to showcase their companies to both local and international players. >

Technology for Women in Business (TWIB) Website (Link)

This site contains information on TWIB, including details of TWIB projects and events. It also includes information on business planning and presentations. It also includes details of TWIB training which includes modules on introducing PCs, using ITC in business and e-business. >

Preparing the Western Cape for the Knowledge Economy of the 21st Century (White Paper)

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2001

E-Innovation (Department of the Premier, Provincial Government of the Western Cape)

The White Paper sets out a vision and a broad ten-year strategic framework for ensuring that the Western Cape is well-prepared for the global knowledge economy of the 21st Century. It aims for the province to become a leading learning region for individuals and business, an outward looking region capable of competing successfully in the global knowledge economy, a leading centre for entrepreneurship and innovation, and a region capable of sustainable growth, equitable development, economic empowerment and an improved quality of life for all. >

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