NWDC, on behalf of the dti,  invites exporters to apply to participate and exhibit in an Outward Trade and Investment Mission to Zambia scheduled to take place from 12 to 16 August 2019.

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
• Mining and capital equipment.

Companies will be screened and selected in line with EMIA guidelines and market requirements, which are explained in the dti’s 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. Companies applying for EMIA funding for this mission need to complete and submit EMIA application form.

The closing date for application is 4 June 2019

North West exporters, please contact Poloko Maphula at NWDC’s Trade and Investment unit for further information

• polokom@nwdc.co.za
• 014 594 2570