Basic Affiliation
Startup Businesses-
Database Listing
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General Updates
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Open Invitations
Silver Affiliation
Ongoing Businesses-
Basic+ Priority Alerts
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Compliance Support
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Skills & Funding Access
Gold Affiliation
Growing Businesses-
Premium Support
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Infrastructure
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Market Linkages
Basic Affiliation
Startup Businesses-
Database Listing
-
General Updates
-
Open Invitations
Silver Affiliation
Ongoing Businesses-
Basic+ Priority Alerts
-
Compliance Support
-
Skills & Funding Access
Gold Affiliation
Growing Businesses-
Premium Support
-
Infrastructure
-
Market Linkages
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TREDA CEO, Qhamisa Tengile Outlines Bold Vision for Township and Rural Economies in 2026
As the calendar turns to 2026, the Township & Rural Economic Development Agency (TREDA) has
From Margins to Merit: TREDA CEO Qhamisa Tengile Reflects on a Year of Resilience and Growth
As 2025 draws to a close, the Township and Rural Economic Development Agency (TREDA) is
From the G20 to the President’s Table: Qhamisa Tengile’s Bold Vision for the Township Economy
The landscape of South African economic transformation has seen a significant shift with the recent
From Margins... To Merit
Integrity
Building trust through transparency and accountability
Collaboration
We believe in the collective strength of community-driven business
Innovation
Supporting creative, future-facing solutions for economic growth
Impact
Real-world, measurable change in township economies
You’ll Know What
Meet The TEAM
Qhamisa Tengile
Chief Executive Officer
Siyabonga Hans
Chief Operations Officer
Mlungiseleli Shoba
Executive Director
G20-Aligned, Community-Driven
TREDA aligns its work with global development frameworks and has been acknowledged as a trusted contributor within G20-aligned platforms, policy discussions, and knowledge exchanges focused on inclusive economic growth. Our community-first model reflects the G20’s call for localised, resilient, and sustainable development solutions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions on what TREDA is and how it can assist your business…
Who can join TREDA?
Any township-based entrepreneur or small business owner committed to growth and community impact
How much does affiliation cost?
We have tiered packages — Basic (FREE), Silver (R10 per month), Gold ((R100 per month)) — tailored to different business needs and budgets
Do I need a formal company to join?
No. We support both informal startups and registered SMEs
What support does TREDA provide?
Training, mentorship, funding support, market linkages, and advocacy on behalf of township businesses.
