GROWTH & FUNDING

Business Opportunities

Browse active tenders, funding applications, and business support programs available to enterprises in the region.

Training
Closed
Mpumalanga Department of Economic Development
Value: Free — fully sponsored Bushbuckridge Skills Centre, Thulamahashe
DeadlineJul 7, 2026

A free 4-week digital skills programme covering computer literacy, basic bookkeeping software, and online marketing for small business owners and job seekers.

Tenders
Closed
Bushbuckridge Local Municipality
Value: Estimated R2.5 million Bushbuckridge Town & surrounding wards
DeadlineJul 17, 2026

The municipality invites suitably qualified and experienced contractors to submit bids for the maintenance and pothole repair of identified roads across the region.

Business Support
Doing Business in Bushbuckridge
Value: Free — 6-month programme Bushbuckridge (online + in-person sessions)
DeadlineJul 27, 2026

A free mentorship programme pairing established local business owners with newer entrepreneurs for guidance on operations, marketing, and financial management.

Funding
Small Enterprise Development Agency (SEDA)
Value: Up to R50,000 grant funding Mpumalanga Province
DeadlineAug 1, 2026

SEDA is opening a new funding window for small and micro businesses operating in Bushbuckridge and surrounding areas. Funding can be used for equipment, stock, and business growth.

Grants
National Youth Development Agency (NYDA)
Value: Up to R200,000 National (Mpumalanga applicants encouraged)
DeadlineAug 21, 2026

The NYDA Grant Programme supports youth-owned businesses with start-up or growth capital, paired with mandatory business mentorship.