SEDA Advisory SA – Free Business Support, Registration & Training (2025)

The Small Enterprise Development Agency (SEDA) is one of South Africa’s most valuable business support institutions. It helps entrepreneurs start, manage and grow their small businesses — offering free training, registration assistance, and mentorship across all provinces.

💼 What Is SEDA?

SEDA operates under the Department of Small Business Development (DSBD) and works with entrepreneurs from all sectors — including retail, manufacturing, services, and agriculture. It provides business development support, market access programs, and training workshops for new and existing business owners.

Free business registration (CIPC assistance)
Training on business planning and management
Mentorship and coaching from experienced advisors
Market access and funding guidance

🧾 How to Register a Business with SEDA

Registering your business through SEDA is a free and safe process. The agency assists individuals who struggle with online registration or compliance.

Visit your nearest SEDA provincial office.
Bring your valid South African ID and proof of address.
Advisors will help you register your business with CIPC.
You’ll also receive guidance on tax registration, business banking, and compliance certificates (such as BBBEE).

📚 Free Training & Workshops

SEDA regularly hosts entrepreneurship and business training programmes — both in-person and online. These cover critical areas like financial literacy, marketing, customer service, and business planning.

Entrepreneurship training for startups
Digital skills for small businesses
Financial management and record-keeping
Marketing and customer retention

Workshops are usually free and open to all South African citizens, especially youth and women entrepreneurs.

📍 SEDA Provincial Offices

SEDA has offices in every province. Visit or call your nearest branch for assistance:

Gauteng – Johannesburg, Pretoria
KwaZulu-Natal – Durban, Pietermaritzburg
Western Cape – Cape Town, George
Eastern Cape – Gqeberha, East London, Mthatha
Limpopo – Polokwane, Thohoyandou
Mpumalanga – Mbombela
North West – Mahikeng, Rustenburg
Free State – Bloemfontein
Northern Cape – Kimberley

⚠️ Avoid Fraudulent “Consultants”

SEDA’s services are completely free of charge. Anyone asking for payment to register or train you under SEDA’s name is a scammer. Always confirm details through SEDA’s official website or your local DSBD office.