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The Small Enterprise Development and Finance Agency (Sedfa) is pleased to invite applications from export-ready women-owned Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) to participate in The Good Life Show Cape Town 2026, taking place from 29 – 31 May 2026 at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC 2).

The Good Life Show is Africa’s premier event focused on sustainable food, beverage, wellness, clean beauty, and conscious living industries. This platform provides an excellent opportunity for selected businesses to showcase their products, access new markets, engage with buyers and distributors, and gain valuable industry exposure.

Who Should Apply
Women-owned MSMEs operating in the following sectors are encouraged to apply:
·Food and Beverage
(including organic, plant-based, health foods, artisanal products, and functional beverages)
· Health and Wellness
(including natural health products, supplements, holistic wellness solutions, and fitness-related products)
· Sustainable and Eco-Friendly Products
(including environmentally friendly packaging, reusable products, and green innovations)
· Clean Beauty and Personal Care
(including natural skincare, haircare, cosmetics, and chemical-free beauty products)
· Agro-Processing
(including value-added agricultural products such as preserves, oils, spices, and ready-to-eat goods)
· Lifestyle and Conscious Living Products
(including ethically produced goods, home and living products, and wellness lifestyle accessories).

Please note that participation is strictly limited to ten (10) clients. A competitive selection process will be followed, and only applicants who are fully compliant and strongly aligned with the event criteria will be considered.

Minimum Requirements Include:
• Fully compliant business with all required documentation
• HACCP Certification (where applicable)
• Minimum 70% ERAT score
• Minimum annual turnover of R500,000
• Submission through Sedfa branch offices only

Key Benefits for Selected Participants:
Sedfa will provide exhibition space, branding, accommodation (bed, breakfast, and dinner), local flights (where applicable), and airport transfers in Cape Town.
📅 Application Deadline: 29 April 2026
📧 Enquiries (only): Liya Cherian – Lcherian@sedfa.org.za

All applications must be submitted through the Sedfa branch office. Applications sent directly to the Sedfa National Office will not be considered.
We encourage eligible women-owned enterprises to apply and take advantage of this opportunity to grow their businesses and access new markets.

Issued on behalf of CropLife SA PRO and Western Cape government

The George Municipality commends the continued efforts of CropLife SA PRO in promoting safe and responsible agrochemical management, following the successful collection of 127 tonnes of obsolete pesticides across the Western Cape in 2025.

This milestone reflects strong collaboration between the agricultural sector, government institutions and pest control operators, and highlights the importance of responsible disposal practices in protecting the environment and public health.

CropLife SA PRO has now set a target to collect 150 tonnes of obsolete pesticides by the end of June 2026. Farmers across the Western Cape are encouraged to participate in this initiative to help reach the target and further reduce environmental risk.

Farmers wishing to participate must complete the prescribed inventory template and submit it to CropLife SA PRO Manager, Dr Gerhard Verdoorn, via email at gerhard@croplife.co.za by 24 April 2026.

The inventory templates for farmers, consumers and pest control operators (PCOs) are available online. Visit https://croplife.co.za/CropProtection/PRO to access the PRO portal. By clicking on the PRO tab, users will find all relevant documents, including the required inventory forms.

Participants are reminded of the following key guidelines:

• There are no legal repercussions for disposing of obsolete pesticides through CropLife SA PRO.
• There is no limit to the quantity of obsolete pesticides that may be declared for disposal.
• No fees are charged for the thermo-destruction process, as costs are covered by CropLife SA PRO.
• All materials must be accurately recorded in the inventory form, including full details of the waste generator.
• Fertilisers, animal feed and animal health products will not be accepted.
• Obsolete pesticides must be placed on wooden pallets and securely wrapped.
• Farmers are responsible for delivering materials to designated drop-off points.

The Municipality encourages all stakeholders and agricultural organisations to share this information widely to ensure it reaches the farming community.

Garden Route District Municipality (GRDM) invites employed and unemployed persons between the ages of 18 and 40, male and female, to apply for an opportunity to be trained for a Driver’s License Code B and C as part of a Garden Route Skills Mecca initiative.

Closing Date: 22 April 2026

Opportunities are currently available within the above-mentioned George rural areas:
– Uniondale;
– Haarlem;
– Avontuur;
– Waboomskraal;
– Touwsranten;
– Hoekwil;
– Kleinkrants; and
– Noll.

HOW TO APPLY: Applicants must register and apply by using a computer or laptop at this website: https://tinyurl.com/34unespk. Those unable to access the website can apply by printing this application form https://tinyurl.com/28m8vxnt and submitting it to the address listed.

Adverts are listed here: https://www.gardenroute.gov.za/2026/04/15/code-b-and-c-drivers-license-training-opportunities-for-employed-and-unemployed-persons-from-george-uniondale-haarlem-avontuur-waboomskraal-touwsranten-hoekwil-kleinkrants-and-noll/

For any enquiries, do not hesitate to contact Nolwando Sambokwe at 044 803 1345 or e-mail nolwando@gardenroute.gov.za, or Sisanda Sajini at 044 803 1450 or e-mail sisandas@gardenroute.gov.za during office hours only.

Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Should candidates not be contacted within two months of the closing date, they must consider their application as unsuccessful.

The date of the planned water outage was changed due to rainy weather on the initial date.
Change of date: Planned water outage R102 area next to Marshmallow Café.

Transnet invites Black-owned Small, Medium, and Micro Enterprises (SMMEs) to take advantage of a suite of development programmes designed to strengthen capability, unlock market access, and drive long-term business sustainability.

Whether your business operates in supply chain, maritime services, manufacturing, engineering, or quality management, these programmes are tailored to support your growth journey, from improving operational efficiency and technical expertise to enhancing export readiness and achieving internationally recognised certifications.

What you can expect across the programmes: – Business and operational capability development – Industry-specific technical training and support – Market access and growth opportunities – Compliance and quality standards alignment – Continuous mentorship and improvement guidance.

📅 Applications close: 22 April 2026 at 16:00. Scan the QR codes to explore each offering in detail, including full programme information, eligibility, and application links.

For more information, visit: https://url.za.m.mimecastprotect.com/s/N_nhCMjKY1t2G6WPQCwfXT8Pb1O?domain=transnet.22onsloane.co

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The Mobile Thusong Outreach Programme scheduled for 17 April 2026 at Lawaaikamp Community Hall has been postponed to 27 May 2026.
The postponement is due to a potential march in the Lawaaikamp/Borcherds area, following a request from stakeholder organisations, and is in the interest of public safety.
The next outreach session will proceed on 23 April 2026 at Rosemoor Community Hall. The programme offers access to Community Development services, EPWP registration and enquiries, business support, jobseeker database registration, and other services.
For enquiries, contact Community Development Offcies on 044 802 2000 or 072 692 1880.
The Municipality apologises for any inconvenience and thanks the community for its understanding.