Unlocking Market Access for Local Producers At First Business South Africa (FBSA), our Retailer Localisation Programme is transforming the way local producers engage with formal
Building the Backbone of Localised Production Unlocking rural production potential starts with infrastructure. FBSA’s Aggregation & Infrastructure Development programme focuses on creating a decentralised network
Community-Based Entrepreneurship & Food Security: Regenerating Local Economies from the Ground Up The Community-Based Entrepreneurship & Food Security programme is a grassroots model designed to
From Informal to Industrial-Ready Localising production isn’t only about factories and infrastructure — it starts with people. FBSA’s Enterprise Incubation & Acceleration programme is designed
Laying the Compliance Foundation for Scale Without technical infrastructure and institutional backing, localisation is just a theory. Our Technical Services & Institutional Support programme is
Fueling Inclusive Industrial Growth Finance is the lifeblood of economic transformation. FBSA’s Blended Funding & Investment Platforms cluster is the financial engine that powers the
Turning Programmes into National Platforms The final piece of the SDI puzzle is ensuring that these programmes are systemically embedded within South Africa’s national development
The Supplier Development Initiative (SDI) is a consortium dedicated to expanding market access for local and rural manufacturers, supporting emerging businesses, strengthening retail supply chains,
