EMIA scheme develops export markets and attracts foreign direct investment for South Africa. 

Objectives 

• Help with marketing to expand export markets. 

• Help identify new export markets through research. 

• Aid companies in boosting competitiveness with patent registrations and quality/product marks. 

• Help facilitate FDI growth through missions and research. 

• Boost the role of black-owned businesses and SMMEs in South Africa’s economy. 

Eligible businesses include: 

• South African manufacturing and exporting industries. 

• South African export trading houses representing SMMEs or HDIs. 

• South African agents representing at least three SMMEs / HDI-owned businesses. 

• South African exports councils, industry associations and joint action groups (JAGs) representing at least five South African entities. 

Contact Christo Stemmet at admin@middelburgchamber.com for details on exports and Certificates of Origin.