Co-ordinating and fostering solid relations between the City of Ekurhuleni and the private sector, is now easier following the launch of a business council.
“To date, over 41 000 businesses across 8 000 industries are conducting business with the metro,” said executive mayor, Clr Mzwandile Masina during the launch of the council.
According to him, this huge number demands the city’s increased and smooth cooperation with business.
“We’ve set up an interim advisory board to begin work that’ll ensure that council is inclusive of every sector, in order to achieve one voice for business.”
“We’re excited about this initiative because it’ll open wide access to the city’s leadership, which is very important for investment. I would encourage every business forum to be part of the council,” said Chris van Biljon, CEO of the Ekurhuleni Business Initiative.
Chairperson of the interim advisory board, Thabang Hlanyane, has made an appeal to all business to be part of the council, in order to contribute to the city’s growth and the advancement of the local economy.
