Dti to launch export development programme

A consultative workshop on South Africa’s National Export Development Programme (NEPD) is set to take place next month, according to Bongi Ludidi, chief director of export development in the Department of Trade and Industry (DTI). “We are looking at launching the NEPD no later than April this year,” said Ludidi during a presentation at the Johannesburg Chamber of Commerce and Industry (JCCI) recently. “Through the NEPD we will establish a Presidential Export Council as well as develop an integrated exporter database. We also plan to have an annual National Export Awards as well as establish an information network and helpdesk to assist exporters.”