Uddi
Marketing in Uitenhage

Since then, the UDDI together with its partners in development has embarked on numerous projects in the two towns, some of which have been so successful that they are now recognised nationally.

Moreover, she is currently in the process of completing her Master’s Degree in Business Administration. With a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry & Microbiology and a Certificate in Project Management, she is also enrolled for a business management qualification. Mission Providing leadership and development services to improve the socio-economic conditions of the community. Stimulating economic growth, investment and supporting entrepreneurship\. Contributing to the social upliftment of the community through education and training\. Building innovative teams and being a great place of work; and. The vision, mission and strategic goals form the core foundation for the UDDI operations. Galileo First class and computer based training programme, Galileo Southern Africa. Certificate of attendance & successful completion of skills development courses, University of Fort Hare. In support of our objective of promoting sustainable economic development in the Uitenhage-Despatch area, the organisation has developed various strategic high-value partnerships in the public and private sectors to support UDDI initiatives. The UDDI has identified town regeneration as an instrument to enhance urban and township areas and for the creation of a vibrant, competitive environment which enhances social cohesion. The eco-hub model aims to develop the skills of beneficiaries for self-dependency and sustainable utilisation of natural resources. Our focus is on unlocking the potential of emerging small businesses through programmatic support which addresses issues of spatial planning, and combat challenges that limit the growth of township-based entrepreneurs. With a special focus on Uitenhage and Despatch, we have identified four pillars to stimulate economic growth: economic transformation, spatial transformation, modernisation of the economy and re-industrialisation. Our approach towards enterprise development seeks to create a healthy entrepreneurship development ecosystem that accelerates the successful development of emerging and new-entrant businesses. UDDI’s enterprise development programme is used as a tool to strengthen enterprises through multi-sector support packages, accredited training, mentorship, networking and access to markets, introduction to new business solutions and unlocking opportunities. Full business incubation Programme: is designed to accelerate the successful development of entrepreneurial companies through an array of business support resources and services, developed and orchestrated by incubator management and offered both in the incubator and through its networks. The objective of the programme is to formalise informal automotive businesses, provide business training and to create procurement opportunities for enterprises. Training and skills development (soft skills training, mechanical and technical training) Facilitate growth and sustainability of women-led small businesses. Enable women-owned enterprises to operate in a professional manner, while also improving their administrative efficiencies and business compliance. Develop business management and technical skills of owners/managers to create readiness for market access opportunities. It is aimed at upskilling and empowering youth-owned enterprises within the Uitenhage-Despatch region and broader Nelson Mandela Bay area. The system also allows easy tracking of a company’s financial data. SMME toolkit: is an initiative that organises monthly business cluster workshops that are aimed at the growth and expansion of businesses. Facilitation of high impact project development through value chain activities.