Powerful Line-up Set to Boost SMME Growth at DBF Business Indaba
- Dylan Naidoo
- 3 hours ago
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Industry leaders, corporates, government institutions, and small, medium, and micro enterprises (SMMEs) will convene for the Durban Business Fair (DBF) Business Indaba on 29 April at the Inkosi Albert Luthuli International Convention Centre (Durban ICC).
The engagement will focus on addressing key barriers and unlocking opportunities for SMME growth in eThekwini.
Hosted by eThekwini Municipality, the high-level session will focus on critical issues including access to funding, tax compliance, market entry, and business sustainability in a challenging economic environment.
Businesses are encouraged to RSVP via zamani.shezi@durban.gov.za to confirm attendance.
Under the theme “Enabling SMME Growth Through Funding, Compliance, Market Access, and Strategic Partnerships,” the Indaba will feature speakers from organisations such as Proudly South Africa, SARS, the Small Enterprise Development and Finance Agency, and Illovo Sugar, among others.
The programme will focus on practical solutions to support business growth, expand market access through corporate partnerships, strengthen localisation, and improve the competitiveness of South African products.
The Indaba forms part of the broader Durban Business Fair Exhibition, scheduled for 30 April to 2 May at the Durban Exhibition Centre, marking 28 years of connecting SMMEs to markets and opportunities.
The exhibition will be officially opened by the Minister of Small Business Development, Stella Ndabeni-Abrahams, highlighting government’s ongoing support for enterprise development.
Hundreds of businesses will showcase their products and services, creating opportunities for trade, networking, and investment.
Councillor Thembo Ntuli, Chairperson of the City’s Economic Development and Planning Committee, said: “This platform equips SMMEs with the insights, tools, and connections needed to enable meaningful economic participation."
The DBF continues to serve as a flagship empowerment initiative, supporting entrepreneurs to expand market access, gain critical knowledge, and connect with investors and key stakeholders.
Businesses are encouraged to RSVP and participate in shaping the future of SMME development in eThekwini.
