



The City of Cape Town, in partnership with the private sector, has put in place a programme to formalise informal businesses.

Mayoral Committee Member for Economic Affairs, Alderman James Vos says the programme is a clear indication of what can be achieved when society works together as a whole.

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It is not government who must provide jobs, but it is government that must support existing businesses and start-ups to enable them to create jobs and become successful. Alderman James Vos, Mayco member for Economic Affairs - City of Cape Town

The work of the City of Cape Town's Enterprise and Investment Department includes linking small businesses to investors and support programmes. as well as advising on market needs.

The city has been working with Pick n Pay as part of its retailer's spaza shops conversion initiative.

Through our department, we also provide skills training and market access. Alderman James Vos, Mayco member for Economic Affairs - City of Cape Town

Together with Pick n Pay, we have identified six additional sites in Cape Town to roll out this initiative. Alderman James Vos, Mayco member for Economic Affairs - City of Cape Town

I think it makes business sense for every municipality to have a business facilitation unit that can assist small businesses. Alderman James Vos, Mayco member for Economic Affairs - City of Cape Town

Vos says anyone with a viable idea can contact the business facilitation unit to get assistance with various processes to run a successful business.

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