SMME Calls

Calls & Opportunities


The KwaZulu-Natal Tourism and Film Authority provides a range of opportunities designed to support growth, participation and transformation within the tourism and film sectors.

From funding programmes and incubation initiatives to market access opportunities, bursaries and industry development projects, these opportunities are designed to help businesses, entrepreneurs, students and industry professionals access the support they need to grow and succeed.

Whether you're building a tourism business, developing a film project or looking to expand your industry network, Kwazulu-Natal Tourism and Film Authority regularly creates pathways for participation and advancement.


Open Calls

Throughout the year, Kwazulu-Natal Tourism and Film Authority publishes calls for applications, expressions of interest and participation opportunities across the tourism and film sectors.

These may include:
  • Funding and development programmes
  • Incubation and enterprise development initiatives
  • Market access opportunities
  • Festival and trade show participation
  • Industry development projects
  • Bursary programmes
  • Industry surveys and research participation
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Funding & Development Opportunities


Access to funding and development support can help businesses and creative professionals unlock new opportunities for growth.

Kwazulu-Natal Tourism and Film Authority facilitates programmes that support:
  • Tourism businesses
  • Film and television productions
  • Emerging entrepreneurs
  • Creative industry enterprises
  • Skills and enterprise development initiatives
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Incubation & Enterprise Development

Enterprise development programmes are designed to help emerging businesses strengthen their operations, improve competitiveness and prepare for long-term growth.

These initiatives may include mentorship, business support, training, market access and industry networking opportunities.

Programmes are offered across both the tourism and film sectors, with a focus on supporting sustainable growth and transformation.

Learn About Enterprise Development
 

Market Access Opportunities


Participation in trade shows, festivals, exhibitions and industry events can open doors to new partnerships, clients and markets.

Kwazulu-Natal Tourism and Film Authority regularly supports opportunities that connect KwaZulu-Natal businesses and industry professionals with local, national and international audiences.
These opportunities may include:
  • Tourism trade exhibitions
  • Film festivals
  • Industry showcases
  • Networking events
  • Business matchmaking initiatives
  • International market access programmes
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Bursaries & Industry Development Programmes

Developing future industry talent is an important part of building sustainable tourism and film sectors.

Opportunities may include bursaries, internship programmes, graduate development initiatives and other pathways that support skills development and industry participation.

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Stay Updated

New opportunities are published throughout the year.

Visit this page regularly or follow our updates to stay informed about upcoming calls, application deadlines and industry programmes.