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Minister Blade Nzimande to visit the ELIDZ Science and Technology Park (STP).
The Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation, Prof. Blade Nzimande, will undertake a strategic engagement and site visit to the East London Industrial Development Zone (ELIDZ) Science and Technology Park…
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EASTERN CAPE TAKES ITS AUTOMOTIVE INVESTMENT PROPOSITION TO SA AUTO WEEK 2026
From automotive strength to next-generation mobility, investment and inclusive growth. The Eastern Cape will showcase its position as South Africa’s automotive hub at South African Auto Week 2026, taking place…
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From Mine to Mobility: Unlocking Southern Africa’s Critical Minerals for the New Energy Vehicle Value Chain
THOUGHT LEADERSHIP FEATURE Southern Africa is well endowed with a number of the critical minerals that are becoming increasingly important as the global automotive industry transitions towards new energy vehicles…
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From the Paris Runway to Eastern Cape Industry: Turning African Creativity into Economic Power
THOUGHT LEADERSHIP FEATURE From East London to Paris, MaXhosa Africa’s journey is a source of immense pride for the Eastern Cape and South Africa.Watching the brand take its place on…
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Solving the Eastern Cape Skills Shortage Through Innovation: Connecting Skills Development, Entrepreneurship and Economic Participation
THOUGH LEADERSHIP ARTICLE: The growing unemployment crisis in the Eastern Cape and across South Africa demands urgent attention. Yet the challenge is not simply a shortage of jobs. It is…
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FROM GREEN HYDROGEN POTENTIAL TO INDUSTRIAL REALITY: THE EASTERN CAPE’S NEXT MOVE
THOUGHT LEADERSHIP ARTICLE: For me, the ELIDZ vision for green hydrogen has never been simply about attracting investors into a new and promising sector. It is about bringing the full…
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EASTERN CAPE UNVEILS GREEN HYDROGEN STRATEGY TO DRIVE INDUSTRIALISATION AND INVESTMENT
Tuesday, 15 September 2026 – The Eastern Cape has unveiled its Green Hydrogen Strategy at the African Green Hydrogen Summit (AGHS) 2026 in Cape Town, setting out how the province…
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EASTERN CAPE TO SHOWCASE GREEN HYDROGEN INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITIES AT AFRICAN GREEN HYDROGEN SUMMIT 2026
The Eastern Cape will join the Northern and Western Capes at the African Green Hydrogen Summit (AGHS) 2026, presenting a coordinated Three Capes proposition aimed at positioning the region as…
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Molecules of Change: Why Green Hydrogen Makes Sense for the Eastern Cape
A Thought Leadership Perspective Ahead of the African Green Hydrogen Summit 2026. By Dr Chris Ettmayr When most people hear the term green hydrogen, they think about exports, billion-rand investments,…
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ELIDZ PROTOTYPE DEVELOPMENT PROGRAMME TO ACCELERATE INNOVATION AND SMME GROWTH IN THE EASTERN CAPE
The East London Industrial Development Zone (ELIDZ), through its Science and Technology Park (STP), is inviting innovators, entrepreneurs and emerging enterprises to participate in its Prototype Development Programme, an initiative…
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HEMP AND CANNABIS BENEFICIATION PROGRAMME OPENS NEW OPPORTUNITIES FOR EASTERN CAPE ENTERPRISES
The East London Industrial Development Zone (ELIDZ), through its Science and Technology Park (STP) and in partnership with the Department of Science, Technology and Innovation (DSTI), has issued an Expression…
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ELIDZ ISSUES SOUTH AFRICA’S FIRST PUBLIC LIGHTING ENERGY PERFORMANCE CONTRACT TENDER
The East London Industrial Development Zone (ELIDZ), a UNIDO-recognised Leading Eco-Industrial Park, has taken a significant step in advancing energy-efficient public infrastructure through the launch of South Africa’s first public…
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BREWING A LEGACY: HOW MPHO MAJENG IS TRANSFORMING HERITAGE INTO OPPORTUNITY
As South Africa celebrates Women’s Month, stories of resilience, determination and innovation continue to highlight the vital role women play in economic growth and entrepreneurship. One such story is that…
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Eastern Cape Drives Investment Growth at SEZ Conference 2026
Monday, 13 July 2026 – The Eastern Cape Province will take centre stage at the upcoming 2nd International Special Economic Zones – Infrastructure & Investment Conference, to be held at…
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ELIDZ Unveils R330 Million Digital Infrastructure Projects to Drive Eastern Cape Growth
The East London Industrial Development Zone SOC Ltd (ELIDZ), an entity of the Eastern Cape Department of Economic Development, Environmental Affairs and Tourism (DEDEAT), today unveiled a portfolio of digital…
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Eastern Cape Digital Economy Summit 2026 to Shape the Province’s Digital Future
The East London Industrial Development Zone (ELIDZ), an entity of the Eastern Cape Department of EconomicDevelopment, Environmental Affairs and Tourism (DEDEAT), will host the Eastern Cape Digital Economy Summit 2026,…
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Digitisation is necessary, but inclusion must move at the same pace
Insights by the ELIDZ ICT Department South Africa is in the midst of a significant digital shift. Across government, industry and development institutions, digitalisation is increasingly regarded as essential to…
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Regional Learning Exchange Highlights Industry Water Stewardship, Alternative Water Sourcing and Climate Resilience
JOINT MEDIA STATEMENT The NatuReS II Regional Learning Exchange 2026 concluded yesterday at the East London Industrial Development Zone (ELIDZ), marking the end of three days of intensive dialogue, hands‑on…
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