Limpopo Economic Development Agency

Overview

The mission of the Limpopo Economic Development Agency (LEDA) is to provide an integrated platform for the full implementation of economic development activities leading to accelerated industrialisation in Limpopo, through a focus on stimulating and diversifying the industrial base. Its primary task is to drive policy implementation through high-impact, catalytic growth projects, which will result in inclusive economic development and accelerate and sustain the growth of the provincial economy; so as to create productive and sustainable employment.

The role of the Agency is to provide business intelligence, and research and development towards innovative solutions; conceptualise economic programmes and drivers; identify and package development opportunities and leverage partnerships; support local economic development capabilities; customise support for priority economic sectors and subsectors; coordinate and manage the implementation of strategic infrastructure and economic interventions; and facilitate trade and investment.