About

The uMgungundlovu Economic Development Agency (UMEDA) is a State Owned Entity, owned entirely by the uMgungundlovu District Municipality (UMDM), and established as a result of the mandate of the decision taken at the Kwazulu-Natal Provincial Cabinet Lekgotla in September 2012. The District, and hence the Agency, has supportive and collaborative ties with the seven (7) Local Municipalities of Msunduzi, Mshwathi, uMngeni, Richmond, iMpendle, Mpofana and Mkhambathini.

The Agency is striving towards self-sustainability while at the same time working as a developmental organization, whose objective it is, is to drive economic growth, promote investment and transformation, based on best business practices.

Our team

Michael Newton

CEO

Mpumelelo Hadebe

CFO

Sandile Gabela

GM : Trade & Investment

James Martim

GM : Projects Development

Why Us?

VISION

- To be a dynamic Agency which acts as a catalyst for inclusive economic growth and development thereby making uMgungundlovu District the investment destination of choice

MISSION

- To identify, facilitate and implement strategic projects which transform the District both economically and spatially
- To become a self-sufficient and sustainable entity

Strategic Objectives​

To ensure sound budgeting and compliance principles To establish an efficient and productive administration To build a high performing organisation with motivated staff Increase facilitated direct investments. Deliver and Optimize Economic Catalytic Projects Package, Develop & promote investment opportunities for selected sectors.