June 24, 2026

DEDECT Budget 2026.27 – A budget to unlock investment and turn around provincial entities

In her budget vote address MEC Lenkopane positioned the budget from the outset as being a budget for growth and reform “The budget is not merely an allocation of resources. It is an investment in economic growth, environmental sustainability, tourism development, enterprise support and institutional reform.”
March 3, 2026

NWDC supports NWU Entrepreneurial Awards Ceremony

The North-West University’s Mahikeng Campus was buzzing with excitement and celebration on 2 March 2026 as students, staff, partners, and supporters gathered for the annual Student Training for Entrepreneurial Promotion (STEP) Certificate Awards Ceremony.
January 21, 2026

MEC Lenkopane leads talks with DBSA to accelerate Bojanala SEZ

In a significant move towards the application for Bojanala Special Economic Zone (SEZ) designation and the revitalisation of industrial parks, the North West MEC for Economic Development, Environment, Conservation and Tourism (DEDECT), Ms. Bitsa Lenkopane, led a high-level delegation to engage with the Development Bank of Southern Africa (DBSA).
November 19, 2025

NWDC enhances enterprise spirit in Bethanie during Global Entrepreneurship Week

A Rural Innovation and Enterprise Activation Week culminated in an interactive workshop, small business and services exhibitions coupled with a business pitching competition at the Bethanie Tribal Hall.
November 4, 2025

NWDC participates in strategic SA Development Finance Institution Forum Workshop

The North West Development Corporation (NWDC) took part in the South African Development Finance Institutions Forum (SADFIF) Workstream Workshop, held on Friday, 31 October 2025, at the Development Bank of Southern Africa (DBSA) Auditorium.
September 30, 2025

MSME flea market sparks hope and growth in Potchefstroom

On Saturday, 27 September 2025, the Riverwalk Shopping Centre in Potchefstroom came alive with vibrant energy, entrepreneurial spirit, and community pride as the North West Development Corporation (NWDC), through its Small Business Development (SBD) Unit, hosted a MSME Flea Market.