Small Enterprise Development & Finance Agency - Sedfa

28/05/2026

UPDATE ON THE SPAZA SHOP SUPPORT FUND

28/05/2026

𝐒𝐄𝐃𝐅𝐀 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐩𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝟑𝐫𝐝 𝐀𝐧𝐧𝐮𝐚𝐥 𝐓𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐒𝐮𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐒𝐮𝐦𝐦𝐢𝐭

SEDFA participated in the third annual Tender Success Summit held at the Focus Rooms in Modderfontein, Johannesburg. The summit brought together entrepreneurs, procurement specialists, government representatives, and industry leaders to discuss opportunities in market access, technology, trade, and supplier development for MSMEs.

The programme featured panel discussions and keynote addresses focused on procurement processes, funding access, digital readiness, AI in e-tendering, and regional market expansion. Industry experts from organisations including the National Treasury, the Johannesburg Stock Exchange, the DTIC, and the Black Business Council shared practical insights with attendees.

SEDFA’s Don Mashele participated in a panel on funding, cash flow, and investor readiness, while Liya Cherian took part in discussions on regional and continental market expansion.

The event also included networking sessions, a buyer and supplier hotspot, and an MSME growth pitch session that connected businesses with potential funders and partners.

28/05/2026

Highlights from the 3rd Annual Tender Success Summit held at The Focus Rooms in Modderfontein, JHB.

28/05/2026

𝐒𝐄𝐃𝐅𝐀 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐬 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐄𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐓𝐡𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡 𝐏𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐝𝐚 𝐓𝐡𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐈𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞

SEDFA Mpumalanga joined Minister Stella Tembisa Ndabeni and the National Youth Development Agency at the launch of the Phanda Thursday initiative in Mbalenhle, aimed at bringing services and opportunities closer to young people.

As part of the DSBD ecosystem, SEDFA continues to support youth-owned MSMEs through funding, business development support, incubation, market access, and enterprise development programmes to drive economic participation and sustainable growth.

28/05/2026

We hear from convener Lerato Sebata who is today hosting the 3rd Annual Tender Success Summit. SEDFA is one of the organisations that have contributed towards making it a success.

27/05/2026

Business challenges are easier to tackle when you have the right guidance. Join our next BizClinic Webinar and gain practical insights from experienced SEDFA Business Advisors to help strengthen your business journey.

Secure your spot 👉🏾 https://bit.ly/BizClinic26

Hosted in partnership with the Entrepreneurial Planning Institute (EPI).

26/05/2026

📍Happening on 29–30 May at Diamond Pavilion Mall.

If you’re in Kimberley, make sure you go and support the local MSMEs who will be show casing their products.

26/05/2026

𝐒𝐄𝐃𝐅𝐀 𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐅𝐮𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫 𝐚𝐭 𝐒𝐀𝐅𝐏𝐀 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧

Earlier today, SEDFA Interim Board Chair Mr Patrick Makape, addressed delegates at the inaugural SAFPA International Convention that is currently taking place at the Inkosi Albert Luthuli Durban International Convention Centre. Hosted by the South African Funeral Practitioners Association (SAFPA), the convention brought together more than 1,500 local and international delegates, industry leaders, suppliers and government representatives to engage on matters shaping the funeral sector through dialogue, exhibitions, networking and policy discussions. Departmental of Small Business Development Minister, Ms Stella Tembisa Ndabeni, is also in attendance and will deliver the keynote address.

Speaking at the convention, Mr Makape, highlighted SEDFA’s contribution to strengthening funeral-sector enterprises, stating that “120 funeral-sector enterprises, including funeral parlours, coffin manufacturers, cremation services and burial societies, have received financial and non-financial support, helping improve operations, strengthen competitiveness and sustain livelihoods while providing dignity to communities.” He added that interventions included business support, mentorship, market access facilitation and incubation to improve long-term sustainability across the sector.

The inaugural SAFPA International Convention ends later in the week on Thursday.

25/05/2026

25/05/2026

VAT: Who Must Register?

Register if annual sales exceed R2.3m. Voluntary registration if sales are above R120k.

• Charge VAT on sales
• Sell taxable goods/services
• Ongoing business, not once-off

Registering for VAT can improve cash flow as you can claim back VAT on certain business expenses, enhance business credibility, and support long term growth.

https://www.sars.gov.za/faq/what-is-vat-and-who-needs-to-register/

25/05/2026

Small businesses only need to register for VAT once their annual turnover exceeds R2.3 million.

This means:
🔸Less paperwork and administration for your business
🔸Lower cost of tax compliance
🔸More room to grow your business

More info: https://bit.ly/42tqq32