the dtic has partnered with The Deustsche Gesellschaft Fur Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) of Germany to capacitate South African companies who wish to better understand the German market and its business culture. The initiative intend to attract companies with export potential from different sectors, targeting Germany as a market for their products and services. Please see the attached documents for more information.

The programme will mainly be facilitated online. The group will later visit Germany to interact with German based companies. Successful applicants will commence with the programme December 2023.

Interested companies are encouraged to complete the application forms below, and send the following documents:

• Company profile and brochure

• Proof of good standing with SARS

Application form must be completed using Adobe Reader. Hand written applications will not be accepted.

Applications can be forwarded to Nomandla Boyce – NBoyce@thedtic.gov.za and PMashilo@thedtic.gov.za

The closing date for applications: 29 September 2023. Applications received after the closing date will not be considered.

Should you require further information, please contact the following officials:

Phina Mashilo  at PMashilo@thedtic.gov.za / 012 394 1060 / 071 604 9327

Tshepo Maroga at  TMaroga@thedtic.gov.za / 012 394 5624 / 071 604 6487

Please ignore this invitation if your company has previously participated in this programme or if you already submitted the application.