About Us
Umeda overview
Who
We Are
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.
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
Values
Transparecy
Intergrity
Innovation
Inclusivity
Consultative
Teamwork
Partnership
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.
