What we do
KZN CRD delivers its mandate through five core programme areas, supported by a calendar of short events that raise awareness, mobilise communities and bring stakeholders together.
Core programmes
Supporting smallholder and emerging farmers through skills development, food security initiatives and access to agricultural value chains.
Learning and skills programmes that open pathways for rural learners, youth and communities.
Programmes that develop local talent, celebrate cultural heritage and strengthen community cohesion.
Incubation, mentorship and business support that help SMMEs and cooperatives grow into sustainable businesses.
Building the capacity of community, traditional and youth leaders to drive development in their areas.
Short events
A calendar of short events raises awareness and brings stakeholders together around development themes.
Events that combine education and entertainment to engage youth and communities on key development themes.
Raising awareness of careers, skills and economic opportunities in the ocean economy.
A platform to celebrate, preserve and promote cultural heritage and indigenous knowledge.
Gatherings that bring government, business, traditional leaders and communities together to identify investment and development opportunities.
Enterprise incubator
Training, mentorship, finance readiness and market access, so that training turns into livelihoods.
Ongoing guidance from experienced practitioners in farming and business.
Business planning, compliance, record-keeping and operations.
Linkages to local, national and international buyers and value chains.
Preparing enterprises to access grants, loans and investment.
New technologies, practices and business models.
Showcase products in COMESA, SADC, the USA and Asia through our membership programme.
Who we serve
Are you a farmer, cooperative, SMME or community organisation interested in our programmes? Become a member, or contact us to find out about upcoming intakes.
Call to action
KZN CRD welcomes engagement from government departments, development finance institutions, SETAs, private-sector investors, traditional authorities and international partners who share this vision.
