Merafong City Hosts Application Support Workshop for Informal and Formal Traders

Partnering with the Department of Small Business Development (DSBD), the workshop is part of the Informal and Micro Enterprise Development Programme (IMEDP). The initiative aims to help local traders successfully complete applications and gather the necessary supporting documents required for the program.

Key Workshop Information and Schedule

The municipality is urging all interested business owners within its jurisdiction to attend the session[cite: 1]. The details for the workshop are as follows:

• Date: Wednesday, 28 October 2026

• Time: 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM (10:00–13:00)

• Venue: Carletonville Civic Centre – Side Hall

• Address: Beryl Street, Carletonville

Necessary Supporting Documents for Applicants

Depending on the nature of their businesses, traders are requested to bring specific supporting documents to receive hands-on assistance during the workshop:

1. Informal Businesses

• Certified copy of a South African identity document (ID)

• Proof of residential address

• Personal bank account confirmation letter or other acceptable proof of banking details

2. Micro-Enterprises (Registered Businesses)

• Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC) registration certificate

• Certified copy of a South African identity document (ID)

• Proof of business address

• Business bank account confirmation letter or other acceptable proof of banking details

Crucial Details and Contacts for Traders

Municipal officials emphasize that bringing the required paperwork is essential, though they clarify that attending the workshop does not guarantee approval into the IMEDP, as all applications must go through a formal assessment. The program aims to ensure a fair, criteria-based selection process for all participants.

For further information regarding the Application Support Workshop, traders are invited to contact the Local Economic Development (LED) Unit of the Merafong City Local Municipality:

• Ms Y. Mapasa (Manager: LED, Tourism and Agriculture) – Tel: 018 788 9515

• Ms Caryn Mpoelang (SMME Developer) – Tel: 018 788 9621

This collaboration between the local municipality and national government departments represents a major step toward building a sustainable and supportive environment for Merafong City's diverse trading community.

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