The Winnie Madikizela-Mandela local municipality is funding a R115m initiative to build three manufacturing hubs, seeking to boost rural employment and local production.
Science and Innovation Minister Blade Nzimande visits East London's Institute for Advanced Tooling as key economic data, including PMI and vehicle sales, approaches.
Supplying local vehicle manufacturers since 2012, voestalpine Automotive Components East London leads the way in green energy investment, factory safety, and inclusive workplace initiatives.
Inspired by his mother's struggles to afford basic cleaning supplies, 22-year-old entrepreneur Luzuko Memela built Luckzin Detergents into a certified brand supplying local supermarkets and creating jobs in his village.
Coega Steels has launched a R360m rolling mill in Nelson Mandela Bay, creating 300 direct jobs and providing a more affordable local supply of finished steel products.
The Eastern Cape is set to present its new energy vehicle strategy at SA Auto Week 2026 in KwaZulu-Natal, seeking international investment and securing its position as South Africa's automotive powerhouse.
