LETTERS TO THE EDITOR

Letter

Dear Vuk’uzenzele

My name is Tolgha Gamiet.

I currently own a small business that provides transport services to one school.

I have two vans and employ one staff member. I personally drive one of the vehicles, while my employee drives the other.

Both vans are registered with the Department of Transport. 

I would like to purchase another vehicle to expand the business, but I am unable to do so because of financial constraints.

I would therefore like to apply for funding to grow my business.

Please assist me or direct me to the relevant institution.

Kind regards,

Tolgha Gamiet

Reply

Dear Tolgha

Thank you for contacting Vuk’uzenzele, a government newspaper published by the Government Communication and Information System (GCIS).

It is encouraging to learn about your transport business and the valuable service you provide to learners in your community.

Please note that Vuk’uzenzele does not provide business funding.

We recommend that you visit the websites of the following agencies for information on their funding programmes, eligibility criteria and application requirements:

• Small Enterprise Development and Finance Agency: https://www.sedfa.org.za/index.html 
• National Empowerment Fund: https://www.nefcorp.co.za/ 
• We trust that this information will assist you in identifying potential funding opportunities to grow your business.

Kind regards, 

Vuk’uzenzele

Letter

Dear Vuk’uzenzele

I am a farmer based in Keiskammahoek, Eastern Cape, where I grow rosemary.

I currently have five hectares under cultivation with an off-take agreement in place. I would like to expand my farming operation, but as a disadvantaged farmer, I face financial challenges.

I would appreciate any assistance or guidance you can provide.

Kind regards,

Sifundo

Reply

Dear Sifundo 

Thank you for contacting Vuk’uzenzele.

It is encouraging to learn about your rosemary farming venture and your plans to expand your business.

Please note that Vuk’uzenzele does not provide or facilitate business funding.

We recommend that you visit the websites of the following agencies for information on their funding programmes, eligibility criteria and application requirements:

• Small Enterprise Development and Finance Agency: https://www.sedfa.org.za/index.html 
• National Empowerment Fund: https://www.nefcorp.co.za/ 
• Eastern Cape Department of Agriculture: Chief Director Farmer Support & Development: Tel. 040 602 5039 | https://ecagriculture.gov.za/programmes/

Kind regards, 

Vuk’uzenzele