The Department of Trade and Industry (the dti) will lead an Outward Trade and Investment Mission to Zambia from 12 to 16 August.
Completed application forms are due on 07 June.
The objective of the mission is to increase bilateral trade and investment between South Africa and Zambia. It is an ideal platform for South African companies who would like to export value-added products and services and those looking for investment opportunities in Zambia.
The target sectors for this mission include:
· Infrastructure;
· Electro-technical;
· Steel fabrication and steel tubing; and
· Mining and capital equipment.
Companies will be screened and selected in line with EMIA guidelines and market requirements which are explained in the EMIA guidelines document.
The dti will provide the following financial support for qualifying firms:
· Accommodation (bed and breakfast only)
· An economy class return airfare to a maximum of R17 000.
· Companies that are not eligible for EMIA funding are welcome to participate in these missions at their own expense.
Story by: Riaan de Lange