Basic Affiliation
Startup Businesses-
Database Listing
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General Updates
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Open Invitations
Silver Affiliation
Ongoing Businesses-
Basic+ Priority Alerts
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Compliance Support
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Skills & Funding Access
Gold Affiliation
Growing Businesses-
Premium Support
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Infrastructure
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Market Linkages
Basic Affiliation
Startup Businesses-
Database Listing
-
General Updates
-
Open Invitations
Silver Affiliation
Ongoing Businesses-
Basic+ Priority Alerts
-
Compliance Support
-
Skills & Funding Access
Gold Affiliation
Growing Businesses-
Premium Support
-
Infrastructure
-
Market Linkages
Elevating South Africa's Township & Rural Economy
Newsletter
Minister Stella Ndabeni’s Address at the National Local Economic Development Summit – 15 April 2026
On 15 April 2026, Honourable Minister of Small Business Development, Stella Ndabeni, delivered a keynote
President Cyril Ramaphosa’s Keynote Address: National Local Economic Development Summit 2026
On 15 April 2026, President Cyril Ramaphosa delivered a keynote address at the National Local
National Local Economic Development Summit 2026: Driving Inclusive Growth in South Africa
The National Local Economic Development Summit 2026, scheduled for 15–16 April 2026 at the Birchwood
From Margins... To Merit
Integrity
Building trust through transparency and accountability
Collaboration
We believe in the collective strength of community-driven business
Innovation
Supporting creative, future-facing solutions for economic growth
Impact
Real-world, measurable change in township economies
You’ll Know What
Meet The TEAM
Qhamisa Tengile
Chief Executive Officer
Mlungiseleli Shoba
Chief Operations Officer
Vuyokazi Booi
Executor Director - Projects
G20-Aligned, Community-Driven
TREDA aligns its work with global development frameworks and has been acknowledged as a trusted contributor within G20-aligned platforms, policy discussions, and knowledge exchanges focused on inclusive economic growth. Our community-first model reflects the G20’s call for localised, resilient, and sustainable development solutions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions on what TREDA is and how it can assist your business…
Who can join TREDA?
Any township-based entrepreneur or small business owner committed to growth and community impact
How much does affiliation cost?
We have tiered packages — Basic (FREE), Silver (R10 per month), Gold ((R100 per month)) — tailored to different business needs and budgets
Do I need a formal company to join?
No. We support both informal startups and registered SMEs
What support does TREDA provide?
Training, mentorship, funding support, market linkages, and advocacy on behalf of township businesses.
