Vukuzenzele
| Business Location: | Urban |
| Province | KwaZulu-Natal |
| Branch: | Durban |
| Business Start Date: | |
| Busniess Type: | Not Registered |
Business Dynamics and Challenges
Business Activities:
The business specialises in a variety of traditional Pinafores
Challenges/Needs:
As an informal business operating in the clothing and textile sector, the company faced several challenges related to limited access to resources, modern equipment. The need for up-to-date machinery and training was crucial for enhancing production capacity, improving efficiency, and staying competitive. The business’s growth potential was hindered by these limitations, particularly in acquiring essential equipment like sewing machines, which were key to meeting customer demand and improving product quality
Intervention Insights and Results
Intervention Details:
Seda supported the businesses to access the Informal Micro Enterprises Development Programme (IMEDP) support fund. The IMEDP focuses on empowering informal traders by providing the necessary skills, equipment, and machinery. The client received sewing machines worth R9000.
Outcome Details:
Turnover Increase: The turnover increased from R57 500.00 to R152 700.00 a remarkable change of R95 200.00 which is attributable to the purchase of additional equipment
Employment Increase: The business expanded its team from 1 to 2 employees, adding 1 new position
Employment Increase: The business expanded its team from 1 to 2 employees, adding 1 new position
Client Feedback
Client Comments:
“Thank you so very much for the support”
