The Department of Economic Development, Environmental Affairs and Tourism (DEDEAT) successfully concluded a series of intergovernmental sessions held in preparation for the District Development Model (DDM) Presidential Imbizo. Held from
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In the 2023 Chris Hani Region Annual Environmental Awards Competition, Jongimishini Primary School emerged as the champion, walking away with a whooping prize of R23,000. The competition was a thrilling
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In a favourably received event, government officials, business leaders and stakeholders convened a summit in the Chris Hani District Municipality (CHDM) to drive the growth and development of Micro, Small,
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To empower and guide the youth in Chris Hani District Municipality (CHDM) towards making informed career choices, the Department of Economic Development, Environmental Affairs and Tourism (DEDEAT) spearheaded a two-day
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The Eastern Cape Department of Economic Development, Environmental Affairs and Tourism (DEDEAT) joined hands with the National Regulatory for Compulsory Specifications (NRCS), regulation services and other stakeholders to carry out
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In an address to the Hofmeyr community, MEC for the Eastern Cape Economic Development, Environmental Affairs and Tourism (DEDEAT), Mlungisi Mvoko called for unity and collaboration among stakeholders to combat
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The Eastern Cape (EC) is powering ahead with developing the green hydrogen (H2) economy and leveraging South Africa’s natural resources, such as solar, wind, and platinum group metals, which are
More infoDEDEAT demonstrates commitment to biodiversity conservation
The Eastern Cape Department of Economic Development, Environmental Affairs and Tourism (DEDEAT) hosted a momentous celebration in Tlokoeng, Elundini Local Municipality, on May 25, 2023, to commemorate Provincial Biodiversity Day.
More infoSeasoned environmentalist to head environmental programme
BHISHO – The Eastern Cape Department of Economic Development, Environmental Affairs and Tourism (DEDEAT) is pleased to announce the appointment of Ms Mmanare Cynthia Nong as the head of its
More infoMEC Mvoko welcomes the increase in latest EC employment figures
Eastern Cape MEC for Economic Development, Environmental Affairs and Tourism, Mr Mlungisi Mvoko, welcomes and is pleased with the increase in the employment figures that have been recorded by the
More infoDEDEAT, partners prepare for Chris Hani District waste summit
The Eastern Cape Department of Economic Development, Environmental Affairs and Tourism (DEDEAT), with municipalities and other provincial departments, held a build-up session towards the Chris Hani District Waste Management Summit.
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In its ongoing crusade to support informal businesses, the Eastern Cape Department of Economic Development, Environmental Affairs and Tourism (DEDEAT) has handed over business equipment to informal business owners in
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