Digital Economy Unit
About Us
The digital economy, as a component of technological innovation, is regarded as the main driver of economic growth in developed and developing countries
What we do
The Digital Economy Unit aims to support and stimulate the usage, readiness, and accessibility of digital technology by citizens and businesses and to support private-sector innovation and technology verticals within the Province
Current Initiatives
Building Tech & Innovation Ecosystems
Strengthen the ease of doing business and promote ecosytems of technology and innovation
Driving Innovation and R&D
Stimulate growth of and demand for innovation and technology start-ups and scale-ups
Increasing tech skills
Boost tech skills by improving infrastructure, expanding training, and strengthening industry-academic ties to attract investment and drive innovation
Enabling business tech adoption
Supporting human capital development
Resources
GoDigital Western Cape
Helping and supporting small businesses with practical tools, tips and information on moving their business online and using digital technologies
Past Initiatives
Digital Initiatives the unit has undertaken in the past
Publications and Reports
Go here to view Publications and Reports produced by the Digital Economy Unit
Contact Us
For more information, please contact us at dedat.broadband@westerncape.gov.za