The Gauteng Growth and Development Agency (GGDA) is the implementation arm of the Gauteng Department of Economic Development.
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That’s a wrap on our October journey.
MAKE: investor support and industrial space
MOVE: supplier development and future-ready skills
GROW: incubation, people and new markets
Ready to make, move and grow?
Contact us: [email protected]
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You just had to be there!
The energy, the love, the pure magic—The Village and The Other Village People showed out in full force this past Sunday at Constitution Hill!
A massive thank you to everyone who came through to turn up the love, dance, and celebrate with us across all our joint Pride activations and festivities. You made the Hill unforgettable! #VisitConHill #TheOtherVillagePeople #PrideMonth #visitconhill
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Made in Gauteng. Connected to markets.
From factory floor to customer, new air and logistics links are taking shape, and @AfCFTA aims to open a single African market. Make in Gauteng. Move to market: [email protected]
#InvestGauteng
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In Pictures: We welcomed the Deputy Minister of the @the_dtic @jsteenhuisen, to our stand on #Day1 of @automechanikasa! He engaged directly with our aftermarket MSMEs to better understand their businesses, operational bottlenecks, and support needed to accelerate their growth.
Driving Automotive Growth in Gauteng
As Transport Month continues, the GGDA and its subsidiary, @AIDCgauteng, are participating in @automechanikasa Johannesburg 2026, engaging with industry opportunities that can strengthen Gauteng’s automotive sector.
During her address at the CEO Breakfast, GGDA Group CEO Sthembiso Dlamini highlighted that "Gauteng has the industrial base, institutions and market to support automotive growth. GGDA is ready to help investors move from opportunity to implementation.”
South Africa’s automotive aftermarket presents significant opportunities for local manufacturing and supplier development. Through the AIDC, the GGDA supports automotive businesses, develops suppliers and artisans, and helps township-based enterprises access facilities and wider commercial opportunities
Visit us at Stand 2A3 to explore how Gauteng Province is advancing automotive investment, local production and industry growth.
#GGDA #AIDC #TransportMonth #Automechanika2026 #AutomotiveIndustry #InvestmentInGauteng
Did you know? Transport and connectivity sit at the heart of Gauteng’s economy. This Transport Month, we’re sharing four facts about the sector that keeps the province moving. 👇
#GGDA #InvestGauteng #TransportMonth
Every vehicle is built from thousands of parts. Who supplies them?
Our subsidiary @AIDCgauteng ’s incubation programmes help emerging, Black-owned enterprises grow into automotive suppliers.
Follow us and @AIDCgauteng for programme opportunities.
#EnterpriseDevelopment
GGDA GCEO Sthembiso Dlamini joined South African and Dutch stakeholders at the SA–Netherlands Sports & Vitality Innovation Reception hosted by Ambassador Joanne Doornewaard, exploring how sport, innovation and partnerships drive lasting impact.
#SouthAfricaNetherlands #InvestGauteng
The vehicles are changing. Manufacturing must move with them.
At our subsidiary @AIDCgauteng ’s Manufacturing Centre of Excellence, Gauteng is building skills in new energy vehicle technologies.
What will Gauteng’s mobility future look like?
#GautengWhereJourneysBegin
Showcasing Gauteng’s competitive advantage at Shared Services & Outsourcing Week Autumn 2026.
Talent, connectivity and a proven business ecosystem make Gauteng a location of choice for global business services investment.
#GGDA #InvestGauteng #GlobalBusinessServices
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The Gauteng Growth and Development Agency (GGDA) is at the SARA Rail Conference 2026.Our Group Executive: Trade, Investment and Regulatory Enablement, Sipho Marala, participated in a panel discussion on building Africa's pipeline of investable rail projects, highlighting the role of strategic infrastructure in driving growth and connectivity.
Visit the GGDA stand and connect with our team to explore investment opportunities in Gauteng.
READ: Rail Reform Could Be Gauteng's Biggest Competitiveness Advantage
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#SARARail2026 #ReimagininRail #InfrastructureInvestment #WhereJourneysBegin
@TheGGDA @the_dtic
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A big day for the residents of Alexandra and greater Joburg as we launch the Automotive Hub! 🚗
We are proud to partner with @CityofJoburgZA through @TheGGDA and its subsidiary @AIDCgauteng to drive economic growth, create opportunities and strengthen Gauteng’s automotive industry.
#NewLeadersAtWork #GrowingGautengTogether
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For 25 years, MambaOnline has been documenting, informing, and connecting South Africa’s LGBTQ+ community.
From human rights struggles and groundbreaking legal developments to Pride and community activism, its journalism has captured the key moments that shaped our history. To mark this incredible milestone, MambaOnline has partnered with the Thami Dish Foundation to present a special month-long exhibition at Constitution Hill, running until 30 October 2026 as part of Africa Pride Month. Read more on this powerful showcase of heritage and resilience in the blog. constitutionhill.org.za/blog… #VisitConHill #PrideMonth #MambaOnline25 #ThamiDishFoundation
Can your operation compete? ✅
Four questions every automotive supplier should be able to answer: quality, cost, delivery and continuous improvement.
Didn’t tick every box? Our subsidiary @AIDCgauteng can help.
Assess your readiness: aidc.co.za/supplier-and-ente…
#SupplierDevelopment
Opening doors for Gauteng businesses 🌍
Today, 11 emerging Gauteng BPO operators are at Shared Services & Outsourcing Week Autumn 2026, connecting with global leaders, clients and investors, with support from the GGDA.
#GGDA #InvestGauteng #GlobalBusinessServices
The Gauteng Growth and Development Agency (GGDA) is at the SARA Rail Conference 2026.Our Group Executive: Trade, Investment and Regulatory Enablement, Sipho Marala, participated in a panel discussion on building Africa's pipeline of investable rail projects, highlighting the role of strategic infrastructure in driving growth and connectivity.
Visit the GGDA stand and connect with our team to explore investment opportunities in Gauteng.
READ: Rail Reform Could Be Gauteng's Biggest Competitiveness Advantage
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#SARARail2026 #ReimaginingRail #InfrastructureInvestment #WhereJourneysBegin
Gauteng is in Amsterdam! 🇿🇦 The GGDA is leading a mission of investors and industry leaders at Shared Services & Outsourcing Week Autumn 2026, positioning the province as a competitive destination for Global Business Services investment. #GGDA #InvestGauteng
Who builds the factory of the future? People with the skills to run it.
Our subsidiary @AIDCgauteng ’s Manufacturing Centre of Excellence trains people in automation, robotics, mechatronics and new energy vehicle technologies.
#FutureSkills #GautengWhereJourneysBegin
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As the rail sector prepares for the upcoming SARA Rail Conference & Exhibition 2026, the Gauteng Growth and Development Agency , through its TIRE function, is helping create the conditions for increased investment, industrialisation and competitiveness.
GGDA recently brought together industry stakeholders, SARS, ITAC and SARA at InvestSA Gauteng for the Rail Industry Customs Facilitation Breakfast, focused on strengthening rail industry competitiveness through customs facilitation and trade compliance.
The engagement highlighted the importance of customs efficiency, trade compliance, export competitiveness and regional market access. By connecting industry with key regulatory and trade partners, GGDA is helping remove barriers to trade and support the growth of Gauteng's rail industry.
@the_dtic @TheGGDA
#GautengWhereJourneysbegin #InvestGauteng #Tradefacilitation