Western Cape government turning economic opportunities into real investment, businesses and jobs [SOUND]

# The Western Cape government has opened applications for the next phase of the Growth Opportunity Coalitions Programme, funding industry-led partnerships from 2026 to 2029 to drive growth and jobs. Support includes industry coordination, competitiveness projects, market development, export promotion and investment mobilisation across sectors like manufacturing, clothing, green manufacturing, cosmetics, film and cannabis. MEC of Agriculture, Economic Development and Tourism, Ivan Meyer, says this programme is about turning economic opportunities into real investment, real businesses and real jobs: