The Small Enterprise Development Agency (Seda) is committed to fostering the growth and development of small businesses across South Africa. With its network of offices spread throughout the country, Seda offers a wide range of services designed to support entrepreneurs, including business advice, training, and access to funding.
Here’s a comprehensive guide to the Seda offices in South Africa, highlighting their locations, contact details, and the services they offer:
Seda Offices by Province
Eastern Cape
- Alfred Nzo DM Branch (Mount Ayliff)
- Address: 188 Nolangeni Street, Disaster Management Center, Mount Ayliff
- Tel: (039) 254 6500/0326
- Email: ndlatu@seda.org.za
- Contact Person: Nomfundo Dlatu
- OR Tambo DM Branch (Mthatha)
- Address: Shop 07, 26 Sprigg Street, Theobrook Center, Mthatha
- Tel: (047) 504 2300/1
- Email: xmxabo@seda.org.za
- Contact Person: Mr Xolisa Mxabo
- Nelson Mandela Metro Branch (Port Elizabeth)
- Address: 329 Cape Road, Newton Park, Gqeberha
- Tel: (041) 390 8500
- Email: ayengeni@seda.org.za
- Contact Person: Mr Andile Yengeni
- Amathole DM & BCM Branch (East London)
- Address: 49b Balfour Road, Vincent, East London
- Tel: (043) 709 6200/1
- Email: dmaqubela@seda.org.za
- Contact Person: Mr Duma Maqubela
- Chris Hani DM Branch (Queenstown)
- Address: 51 B Grey Street, Queenstown
- Tel: (045) 808-6600
- Email: ddavids@seda.org.za
- Contact Person: Babette Davids
Free State
- Mangaung Branch (Bloemfontein)
- Address: Bloemplaza Mall, 133 Charles Street, Bloemfontein
- Tel: (051) 447 7399
- Email: rleluma@seda.org.za
- Contact Person: Refilwe Leluma
- Fezile Dabi Branch (Kroonstad)
- Address: 37 Buitenkant Street, Kroonstad
- Tel: (056) 213 1809
- Email: roelofse@seda.org.za
- Contact Person: Dr. Riaan Oelofse
- Xhariep Branch (Trompsburg)
- Address: 4 Khoisan Building, 53 Voortekker Street, Trompsburg
- Tel: (051) 713 9500
- Email: lthekiso@seda.org.za
- Contact Person: Mr Lehlohonolo Thekiso
- Thabo Mofutsanyana Branch (Bethlehem)
- Tel: (058) 718 5900
- Email: lzengele@seda.org.za
- Contact Person: Ms Lesego Zengele
- Lejweleputswa Branch (Matjhabeng)
- Address: Cnr Buiten & Stateway, Bloemfontein
- Tel: (051) 447 7399
- Contact Person: Jabulani Nhlapo
Gauteng
- Ekurhuleni Branch (Kempton Park)
- Address: The Business Place, Cnr Monument and Voortrekker Road, Kempton Park
- Tel: (011) 973 9640
- Contact Person: Caren Coetzee
- Johannesburg Branch
- Address: No 33 Hoofd Street, Forum5, 2nd floor, Braampark
- Tel: (011) 408 6500
- Email: sshiya@seda.org.za
- Contact Person: Simon Shiya
- Tshwane Branch (Pretoria)
- Address: 11th Floor, Fedsure Forum, 268 Lilian Ngoyi Street, Pretoria Central
- Tel: 012 400 8880
- Email: ccoetzee@seda.org.za
- Contact Person: Kate Masopha
Kwazulu Natal
- Amajuba Branch (Newcastle)
- Address: 28 Scott Street, Newcastle
- Tel: (034) 328 0622
- Email: dzikalala@seda.org.za
- Contact Person: Dumisani Zikalala
- Harry Gwala Branch (Ixopo)
- Address: 17 Margaret Street, Ixopo
- Tel: (039) 264 3137
- Email: jshange@seda.org.za
- Contact Person: Justice Shange
- Ugu Branch (Port Shepstone)
- Address: Office no 4, Dr KS Pillay Building, 28 Bazley Street, Port Shepstone
- Tel: (039) 688 1561
- Email: tkunene@seda.org.za
- Contact Person: Themba Kunene
- uMgungundlovu Branch (Pietermaritzburg)
- Address: 2nd Floor, The Tourism Hub Building, 283 Langalibalele Street, Pietermaritzburg
- Tel: (033) 264 3100
- Email: mzondo@seda.org.za
- Contact Person: Michael Zondo
- uThukela Branch (Ladysmith)
- Address: 94/96 Murchison Street, Ladysmith
- Tel: (036) 638 9785
- Email: tkhathi@seda.org.za
- Contact Person: Thanda Khathi
- uThungulu Branch (Richards Bay)
- Address: Lot 611237, Via Verbena, Veldenvlei, Richards Bay
- Tel: 035 9012668
- Email: dndlovu@seda.org.za
- Contact Person: Dennis Ndlovu
- Durban Branch (Ethekwini Metro)
- Address: Essex Park, Block B, Ground Floor, 46 Essex Terrace, Berea West
- Tel: 031 277 9503
- Email: kngubane@seda.org.za
- Contact Person: Sibongile Sabela
Limpopo
- Capricorn Branch (Polokwane)
- Address: 68 Hans van Rensburg Street, Nictus Building, Polokwane
- Tel: (015) 290 8720
- Email: pmaredi@seda.org.za
- Contact Person: Peter Maredi
- Mopani Branch (Tzaneen)
- Address: 13 Danie Joubert Street, Tzaneen
- Tel: (015) 306 6400
- Email: emanyelenyele@seda.org.za
- Contact Person: Lethabo Maseko
- Sekhukhune Branch (Groblersdal)
- Address: Mutual Building, 12 Hereford Street, Groblersdal
- Tel: (013) 262 9430
- Email: sntshangase@seda.org.za
- Contact Person: Sabelo Ntshangase
- Vhembe Branch (Thohoyandou)
- Address: B102 Bindulavhathu Complex, 102 Mpephu Street, Thohoyandou
- Tel: (015) 960 8700
- Email: mmukumela@seda.org.za
- Contact Person: Marcus Mukumela
- Waterberg Branch (Mokopane)
- Address: 40 Retief Street, Old Nedbank Building, Mokopane
- Tel: (015) 492 9600
- Email: sbotha@org.za
- Contact Person: Tantaswa Jozana
Mpumalanga
- Bushbuckridge Branch (Hazyview)
- Address: Shop 10C and 10D, Simunye Shopping Centre, Hazyview
- Tel: (013) 799 5340
- Email: cmatsheka@seda.org.za
- Contact Person: Carol Matsheka
- Ehlanzeni Branch (Nelspruit)
- Address: Suite 103, Brander 16 Trust Building, Nelspruit
- Tel: (013) 754 4380
- Email: immbadi@seda.org.za
- Contact Person: Ishmael Mmabadi
Overview of Public Universities in South Africa
Here's an overview of some public universities in South Africa, including general admissions requirements and estimated application periods. Keep in mind, specific program requirements and dates can vary significantly, so it's important to check each university's official website for the most current information.
University of Pretoria
- Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with minimum scores in specific subjects related to the chosen program; for international students, equivalent qualifications.
- Application Period: Usually opens in March and closes at the end of July for most programs.
University of Cape Town
- Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with pass levels required for degree study; subject-specific requirements depending on the program.
- Application Period: Application opens in April and closes at the end of July.
Stellenbosch University
- Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with required marks; some programs have additional testing.
- Application Period: Opens in March and typically closes at the end of June.
University of the Witwatersrand
- Admissions Requirements: Matriculation certificate with university exemption; required scores vary by faculty.
- Application Period: Begins in March and ends on the 30th of September.
University of Johannesburg
- Admissions Requirements: Matric exemption with a minimum APS score; specific subject requirements based on the faculty.
- Application Period: Opens in April and generally closes by the 30th of September.
University of the Free State
- Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with specific marks for the program applied to; additional requirements for certain courses.
- Application Period: Typically opens in April and closes at the end of August.
University of Venda
- Admissions Requirements: Completion of the National Senior Certificate with an endorsement for diploma or degree studies; specific APS scores needed.
- Application Period: Usually from May to September.
University of Fort Hare
- Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with university exemption; certain programs may have specific requirements.
- Application Period: Opens around May and closes at the end of September.
University of the Western Cape
- Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with specific performance levels; additional requirements for certain programs.
- Application Period: Generally from May to September.
North-West University
- Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with university exemption; program-specific requirements may apply.
- Application Period: Opens in March and usually closes by the end of August.
Rhodes University
- Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate or equivalent; minimum academic performance in certain subjects.
- Application Period: Applications open in April and close at the end of September.
Nelson Mandela University
- Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with required scores for chosen programs; portfolio or additional tests for some faculties.
- Application Period: Opens in April, with a deadline at the end of August for most programs.
Cape Peninsula University of Technology
- Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with specific scores; additional requirements for certain courses.
- Application Period: Opens in May and typically closes by the end of September.
University of Limpopo
- Admissions Requirements: Senior Certificate with endorsement for diploma or degree courses; specific APS scores for different programs.
- Application Period: From April to September.
University of Zululand
- Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with an endorsement for bachelor’s degree studies; specific score requirements for various programs.
- Application Period: Usually between April and November.
Central University of Technology
- Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with specific scores for the chosen field of study; additional criteria for certain programs.
- Application Period: Application period generally starts in May and ends in October.
Vaal University of Technology
- Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with a pass that qualifies for admission to bachelor’s degree, diploma, or higher certificate programs.
- Application Period: Typically from May to September.
Walter Sisulu University
- Admissions Requirements: National Senior Certificate with required scores for chosen programs; additional criteria for certain faculties.
- Application Period: From April to September.
This list provides a starting point for understanding the admissions landscape across South Africa's diverse higher education institutions. Given the variability in programs and requirements, it's crucial to consult each university's website for the most accurate and up-to-date information.