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B<\/span>uilding on established routes connecting major centres, the corridor concept allows for targeted interventions in specific areas and designated sectors. The Gauteng Growth and Development Agency (GGDA) has established subsidiaries within corridors to drive development programmes specific to each area.<\/p>\n

The Northern Development Corridor<\/h3>\n

The City of Tshwane Metropolitan Municipality encompasses Atteridgeville, Bronkhorstspruit, Centurion, Cullinan, Ga-Rankuwa, Garsfontein, Hammanskraal, Irene, Mabopane, Mamelodi, Pretoria, Pretoria North, Rayton, Refilwe, Roodeplaat, Soshanguve and Winterveldt.<\/p>\n

GGDA subsidiaries in the Northern Corridor are The Innovation Hub<\/strong><\/a> and the Automotive Development Centre (AIDC)<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

The automotive sector, research and development, innovation and the knowledge-based economy are the key elements driving the economy of the Northern Corridor. Successful projects include the Automotive Supplier Park, the Tshwane Special Economic Zone and the Auto City.<\/p>\n

Find out more about The Northern Development Corridor here<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n

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BioPark Phase 3 is under construction at The Innovation Hub in Tshwane and is expected to boost revenue streams. Photo Credit: GGDA<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The Eastern Development Corridor<\/h3>\n

The City of Ekurhuleni Metropolitan Municipality includes Alberton, Bedfordview, Benoni, Boksburg, Brakpan, Clayville, Daveyton, Dunnottar, Edenvale, Germiston, Katlehong, Kempton Park, Kwa-Thema, Nigel, Olifantsfontein, Springs, Tembisa, Thokoza and Vosloorus.<\/p>\n

GGDA subsidiary:\u00a0Gauteng Industrial Development Zone (GIDZ), the entity responsible for the OR Tambo Special Economic Zone<\/a><\/strong> (OR Tambo SEZ).<\/p>\n

Ekurhuleni is known as \u201cAfrica\u2019s Workshop\u201d because of the enormous concentration of manufacturing, particularly between Alrode and Wadeville. Logistics is strong because of the proximity of Africa\u2019s busiest airport and there is a long history of important rail movements and rail manufacturing, exemplified in the Gibela consortium\u2019s facility in Nigel.<\/p>\n

The OR Tambo SEZ focusses on export-oriented manufacturing through initiatives such as the Jewellery Manufacturing Precinct<\/a>.<\/p>\n

With the completion of ORTIA Precinct 1, the focus of the SEZ\u2019s development is on ORTIA Precinct 2 \u2014 a 29ha land parcel <\/strong>projected to have 265 000m\u00b2 of developable space<\/strong> and the Springs Precinct \u2014 a<\/strong>\u00a013ha land parcel <\/strong>projected to have 45 000m\u00b2 of developable space<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Find out more about The Eastern Development Corridor here<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n

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OR Tambo SEZ supports the beneficiation of precious metals and minerals sector, with a focus on light, high-margin, export-oriented manufacturing of South African precious and semi-precious metals. The multi-site development consists of several industry-specific precincts and will be developed in phases. Credit: GGDA \/ OR Tambo SEZ<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The Central Development Corridor<\/h3>\n

The City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality includes Alexandra, Diepkloof, Diepsloot, Ennerdale, Johannesburg, Lenasia, Meadowlands, Midrand, Orange Farm, Pimville, Randburg, Roodepoort, Sandton and Soweto.<\/p>\n

GGDA subsidiary:\u00a0Constitution Hill Development Company (ConHill)<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

The Central Development Corridor is the economic powerhouse of South Africa, contributing approximately 17% of South Africa\u2019s gross domestic product (GDP), mostly through the manufacturing<\/strong>, retail and service industry sectors<\/strong> such as finance, services, ICT and pharmaceutical industries. Sandton is the richest square mile in Africa and one street in Soweto has been home to two Nobel laureates.<\/p>\n

Constitution Hill itself is a former prison complex that throws light on South Africa\u2019s ugly past and is today a museum in close proximity to the country\u2019s highest court. The GGDA subsidiary aims to use culture and history not only to promote understanding but as way of supporting creative enterprises through the arts while rejuvenating the inner city.<\/p>\n

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Constitution Hill, Johannesburg, Gauteng. Photo: GGDA<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The Western Development Corridor<\/h3>\n

The West Rand District Municipality comprises three local municipalities, viz, Merafong City, Mogale City and Rand West City, which in turn cover the towns of Carletonville, Fochville, Krugersdorp, Magaliesburg, Muldersdrift, Randfontein, Wedela and Westonaria.<\/p>\n

GGDA initiatives:\u00a0Chamdor Auto Hub<\/strong>, West Rand SEZ<\/strong>, Lanseria Smart City Project<\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Mining activity is dwindling and it is no longer the lifeblood of the West Rand. The intention is to diversify the economy into new areas such as renewable energy<\/strong> and tourism<\/strong> while building on a particular strength (through the Busmark factory) in bus manufacturing<\/strong>. Agriculture<\/strong> and agro-processing<\/strong> will not only create sustainable growth but contribute to food security.<\/p>\n

The N12 and N14 pass through the district, expanding the potential for such enterprises. Expansion of the Lanseria Airport would potentially be a catalyst for further developments.<\/p>\n

The Southern Development Corridor<\/h3>\n

The Sedibeng District Municipality comprises three local municipalities, Emfuleni, Lesedi and Midvaal, which administer the following towns: De Deur\/Walkerville, Devon, Eikenhof, Evaton, Heidelberg, Meyerton, Nigel, Sebokeng, Vaal Marina, Vaal Oewer, Vanderbijlpark and Vereeniging.<\/p>\n

GGDA subsidiary: Vaal Special Economic Zone<\/a><\/strong> (Vaal SEZ).\u00a0<\/p>\n

Vanderbijlpark is a name that conjures up a particular era, a time when South Africa was rapidly industrialising after WWI. The town literally came into being to produce steel and it formed, together with Vereeniging and Sasol in the Free State, the points in the Vaal Triangle which was at the heart of South African heavy industry.<\/p>\n

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Location of the Vaal SEZ.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Today is a different time and the Vaal SEZ is an attempt to grapple with new realities. A multi-site, multi-sector SEZ will spread development over the district with a focus on low-carbon manufacturing and renewable energy production.<\/p>\n

Agro-processing, logistics, the Blue Economy (related to the Vaal River), light manufacturing and skills development and training (leveraging existing tertiary institutions) are all sectors that hold potential. The region already has good transport infrastructure and the Heineken Sedibeng Brewery has been expanding.\u00a0<\/p>\n

Explore opportunities in Gauteng<\/h3>\n

With the myriad opportunities for business startup or expansion in these 5 development corridors in Gauteng, interested parties are encouraged to engage the GGDA<\/a> team<\/strong> about your business or investment objectives.<\/strong><\/p>\n

Please send a brief introduction via this form and the relevant consultant will be in touch!\u00a0<\/p>\n\n

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