ACD Wholesale and Retail Sector is calling all Stakeholders, Spaza Shops, Informal Traders to attend our Wholesale and Retail indaba to discuss opportunities and investment in the sector date 27 August 2026 time 11am till 12pm together we can own the industry
Agenda
1. Welcome and Introduction
2. How do we create our jobs in the sector
3. Training and Skills Development
4. Projects
5. Funding
6. Supply Value Chain
7. AOB
8. General and Networking
9. Closure
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Link of the meeting
meet.google.com/jzx-tsii-gps
WHOLESALE AND RETAIL SECTOR INDABA SERIES
Date: 27 August 2026
Time: 11:00 – 12:00
AGENDA
1. Welcome and Introduction
Opening remarks and introduction of attendees, including representatives from wholesalers, retailers, cooperatives, SMMEs and key industry stakeholders.
2. Job Creation in the Wholesale and Retail Sector
Discussion on opportunities for job creation, enterprise development and employment interventions within the wholesale and retail sector.
3. Training and Skills Development
Identification of skills gaps and discussion on available training, capacity-building and skills development programmes for wholesale and retail businesses.
4. Wholesale and Retail Projects
Presentation of current and upcoming projects, initiatives and business opportunities within the wholesale and retail sector.
5. Funding Opportunities
Information on funding, financial support and access to finance for wholesalers, retailers, SMMEs and cooperatives.
6. Supply Chain and Market Access
Exploring supplier development, value-chain integration, procurement opportunities, distribution networks and market linkages between wholesalers, retailers, cooperatives and SMMEs.
7. Business of the Day and Suggestions
Open discussion on key sector challenges and opportunities, stakeholder inputs, proposed interventions and agreement on the way forward.
8. Closure and Vote of Thanks
Closing.
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The African Cooperative Desk (ACD) – Wholesale and Retail Sector
The African Cooperative Desk (ACD) Wholesale and Retail Sector hereby cordially invites you to our Wholesale and Retail Sector Indaba Series.
This engagement seeks to bring together wholesalers, retailers, cooperatives, SMMEs, manufacturers, and key industry stakeholders to deliberate on opportunities, challenges, and collaborative strategies for strengthening and growing the wholesale and retail sector.
The Indaba will provide a platform for stakeholders to share experiences, identify business opportunities, explore market access initiatives, and develop practical partnerships that support sustainable growth, job creation, and economic development within the sector.
We look forward to your participation and valuable contribution towards building a stronger, more inclusive and sustainable Wholesale and Retail Sector.
Date:27 August 2026
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