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Empowering MSMEs with opportunities, connections, and growth. Join industry leaders, innovators, and entrepreneurs at the MSME Mega Expo for exhibitions, networking and business development.

Sun City, North West

EVENT VENUE

February 19 - 20, 2026

EVENT DATE

ABOUT EVENT

Growing North-West Together

The North-West MSME Mega Expo Job Creation & Investment Summit is the province’s flagship economic development platform focused on delivering tangible benefits to MSMEs and young people across the North-West. Organized by the North-West Department of Economic Development, Environment, Conservation and Tourism (DEDECT), the Summit expands market access, accelerates enterprise growth, and creates practical pathways to job creation by connecting local small businesses and youth entrepreneurs with investors, buyers, training providers, and government support programmes. Through targeted exhibitions, sectoral B2B/B2G engagements, capacity-building workshops and youth empowerment sessions, the event aims to strengthen local value chains, unlock investment-ready projects, and equip the next generation of North-West entrepreneurs with the networks, skills and opportunities needed to scale and create sustainable employment in the region.

EVENT SCHEDULE

North-West MSME Growth Summit: Programme & Activities

Day 1 - Thursday 19 February, 2026

Strategic Insights, Keynote Address & Exhibition Tour

Kings Hall

08:30 AM - 11:00 AM

This session brings together high-level strategic perspectives from key public sector leaders and industry stakeholders, setting the tone for the summit. It features a keynote address from the MEC at DEDECT, inputs outlining policy direction, economic priorities, and development opportunities, followed by guided engagement through the exhibition space. Delegates will gain valuable insights into institutional mandates, investment prospects, and collaborative opportunities while interacting directly with exhibitors and partners.

B2B & B2G Engagements, MSME Development, Investment & International Trade

Kings Hall

11:00 AM - 17:30 PM

This platform facilitates structured engagements between the private sector, MSMEs, government institutions, development agencies, financiers, and international partners. The sessions focus on strengthening enterprise compliance and sustainability, unlocking access to finance and investment, and expanding local, regional, and global market opportunities. Participants engage directly with private sector leaders, regulators, investors, and trade partners to explore partnerships, policy alignment, and practical pathways for business growth and cross-border trade.

Day 2 - Friday 20 February 2026

District Economic Opportunities Presentations, MSME Masterclasses & Closing Session

Kings Hall

09:00 AM - 14:30 PM

This session showcases district-level economic opportunities for MSMEs and includes expert-led masterclasses on MSME development, green economy, data analytics, mental resilience, diamonds value chain, digital capacity, AI tools, and international trade. The day concludes with reflections and a formal closing address, highlighting key insights and next steps for MSME growth and competitiveness.

Connect. Grow. Lead. Register Today & Secure Your Spot At The Pre-Summit!

Be part of the movement shaping the future of the North-West. Register now for the MSME Growth Summit 2026 and secure your place in a platform designed to empower MSMEs, inspire youth innovators, attract investors, and connect communities. Your registration ensures you receive programme updates, meeting opportunities, and full access to this high-impact provincial event. Step in, get involved, and help drive growth across the North-West.