MAHIKENG MAIL - MAHIKENG: The North West Provincial Government launched the North West Business Enterprise Database, a strategic initiative designed to profile and support local enterprises in driving inclusive economic growth at Ga-Rona Building in Mahikeng.
The database’s role is to address the historical inequalities and unlocking opportunities for small, medium, and micro enterprises (SMMEs), youth and women-owned businesses and rural entrepreneurs.
“Our province has immense economic potential, yet opportunities have not always been accessible to all. This database is a bold step towards levelling the playing field and catalysing inclusive economic transformation,” said MEC Mosenogi.
The North West Business Enterprise Database will enable the provincial govern-ment to build a comprehensive directory of active and dormant enterprises, enhance visibility of local suppliers, and connect businesses to public procurement and private investment opportunities.
While the Central Supplier Database (CSD) remains mandatory for all suppliers doing business with government, the provincial database complements it by offering province-specific profiling and supporting targeted economic interventions.
Enterprises can register through three convenient platforms which are the departmental website, the official NWPTWhatsApp channel, and a QR code distributed during the launch.
MEC Mosenogi called on all government departments, municipalities, state agencies, and corporate partners to assist businesses in registering, ensuring widespread partici-pation and maximum impact.
“This initiative reflects our commitment to ensuring that every rand spent by government delivers tangible benefits to our communities - creating jobs, sustaining livelihoods, and building a more resilient provincial economy,” added MEC Mosenogi.
