Events Calendar

Presentation of the Furniture Industry Masterplan Update with Tsholofelo Motaung of the dtic

An exclusive online webinar, where Ms. Tsholofelo Motaung from the Department of Trade, Industry & Competition’s (the dtic) Industrial Development Division will present a comprehensive update on the Furniture Industry Masterplan, offering key insights and industry developments.  

Critical Design and Innovation Principles and Tools Skills Development Training 

2-day workshop, ideal for team leaders and supervisors who are ready to advance their expertise in furniture design and innovation. 

2025 SME Accelerator applications closing 

The SME Accelerator supports small to medium-sized businesses in eThekwini’s furniture manufacturing industry by ensuring their offering aligns with big customers’ needs. The Accelerator helps SMEs to refine their value propositions, identifies key growth areas, and provides tools and training for strategic improvements while offering exposure to potential large customers. 

Access the information pack here.

SME Accelerator Capacity Building workshop 

All-day capacity building workshop for shortlisted SME Accelerator applicants to align their value proposition with customer needs and develop compelling business pitches, in anticipation of presenting to leading retailers in the Dragons’ Den. 

EFC Funding Workshop

Accessing funding remains one of the biggest challenges for furniture manufacturers.

During our recent Finance Workshop, we unpacked practical insights into the funding landscape, from National Skills Fund (NSF) and the dti (Department of Trade and Industry: Republic of South Africa) opportunities to Small Enterprise Development & Finance Agency (SEDFA) and Industrial Development Corporation IDC-supported initiatives.

 Check out our post on LinkedIn for more

EFC Strategy Session 

The EFC 2025 Strategy Session was a platform for clustering power: shared learning, pooled resources and directed action to raise local furniture manufacturing competitiveness

SME Accelerator Dragons’ Den 

A high-profile event, where shortlisted, high potential SMEs will have the opportunity to pitch their offering to leading retailers and manufacturers in the furniture sector to unlock commercial opportunities.  

EFC Annual General Meeting 

Yearly gathering of cluster members, Executive Committee, furniture and other industrial sector stakeholders to discuss the cluster’s activities and performance, future plans, address stakeholder concerns and provide a networking platform.    

Lean, 6S and Problem-Solving Skills Development Training  

1-day workshop covering the basic principles of Lean Manufacturing and 6S principles. This workshop is ideal for team leaders and supervisors from furniture firms who are ready to take their skills to the next level.   

Technical Skills Development Training 

More details to be confirmed.