BUSINESS

BUSINESS SUPPORT CENTRE
The Business Support Centre, Pietermaritzburg (BSC) is an independent, non-governmental organisation, which provides expert training, advice and facilitation of linkages services to emerging entrepreneurs with a desire to succeed in business. Visit  www.pmbbsc.co.za

COMPANIES & INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY COMMISSION (CIPC)
The Commission brings together skills, knowledge and manpower from the Office of Companies and Intellectual Property Enforcement (OCIPE) and the Companies and Intellectual Property Registration Office (CIPRO).  The new Commission will act independently with a focus on the registration of companies and intellectual property. Further functions of the Commission, amongst others, will include education and awareness, investigations, compliance and enforcement.  Visit www.cipc.co.za 

PROUDLY SOUTH AFRICAN
Proudly South African is an exciting campaign to promote South African companies, products and services which are helping to create jobs and economic growth in our country. Visit www.proudlysa.co.za

EDUCATION

UNIVERSITY OF KWAZULU-NATAL
As an institution of higher learning, it is committed to academic excellence, innovation in research and critical engagement with society. Visit www.ukzn.ac.za

EVENTS

PIETERMARITZBURG EVENTS
The aim of the Pietermaritzburg Events website is to provide a free online event listings of events in the greater Pietermaritzburg area.  Visit www.pietermaritzburgevents.co.za  

GOVERNMENT

DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT & TOURISM
The KwaZulu-Natal Department of Economic Development has a strategic mandate to help promote economic development and growth in the province. Visit www.kznded.gov.za

DTI
The dti's vision is of a South Africa that has a vibrant economy, characterised by growth, employment and equity, built on the full potential of all South African citizens. Visit www.thedti.gov.za

GIJIMA KZN
The objectives of Gijima KZN are to:  promote pro-poor local economic development, build the capacity of local government in managing local economic development, and increase local competitiveness through the building of partnerships.  Visit http://www.gijimakzn.org.za

IDC
The Industrial Development Corporation of South Africa Ltd (IDC) is a national Development Finance Institution that was established in 1940 to promote economic growth and industrial development in South Africa. It achieves this by promoting entrepreneurship through the building of competitive industries and enterprises based on sound business principles. With its specialised knowledge and experience is able to offer valid and appropriate financial assistance to a wide variety of enterprises. The IDC recognises the importance of a dynamic private sector in securing and stimulating rapid and sustainable economic growth, creating employment and reducing poverty. It provides commercial loans of not less than R1 million and it operates in the following industries: Chemical and Allied Industries, Metals, Transport and Machinery Products, Wood and Paper, Techno Industries, Textile and Clothing, Healthcare, Food, Beverage & Agro Processing Industries, Mining and Beneficiation, Tourism, Media and Motion Pictures.  Visit the IDC website or contact the PMB office on 033 328 2560.

MSUNDUZI MUNICIPALITY
The Msunduzi Municipality in Kwazulu-Natal serves a population of over half a million people in Pietermaritzburg and surrounding areas. Visit www.msunduzi.gov.za

TOURISM

PIETERMARITZBURG TOURISM
Discover the true essence of Pietermaritzburg - a city with a heritage rich in cultural significance, sporting excitement and travelling opportunities. Visit www.pmbtourism.co.za