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Exciting Times Ahead: ECRDA Welcomes New CEO!

Exciting Times Ahead: ECRDA Welcomes New CEO!

oday marks a significant milestone for the Eastern Cape Rural Development Agency (ECRDA) as we proudly welcome our new Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Simpiwe Somdyala! With an impressive 30-year track record in SMME development, enterprise finance, and agribusiness, Mr....
Rural Blended Finance Scheme Empowers Eastern Cape Farmer

Rural Blended Finance Scheme Empowers Eastern Cape Farmer

Thulani Magida, a beneficiary of the Eastern Cape Rural Development Agency (ECRDA) and sefa Rural Blended Finance Scheme, has expressed profound gratitude for the support that has significantly enhanced his farming operations.”The disbursement has helped my...

About Us

Vision and mission of the ECRDA

Guiding Principles

The values that underpin the
vision and mission of ECRDA

Mandates

ECRDA’s policy and legislative mandates

Organisational Structure

The leadership structure of
the ECRDA

Board of Directors

Board charged with guiding the ECRDA’s overall plans

Executives

The leadership team that ensure execution of the boards plans

Agro-Processing

Farmers are supported so that they can effectively compete in the global market place.

Cannabis and Hemp

Promoting the growth and development of the cannabis and hemp industry.

Forestry Development

A strong community focus.

Marine Tilapia Industry

Development of a thriving marine tilapia industry.

Wool and Mohair

Developing competitiveness of small-scale farmers.

Rural Finance

Finance that stimulates vibrant rural economic activity.