Official economic development and investment agency for the Eastern Cape Province, South Africa.
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The ECDC, in partnership with the Eastern Cape Provincial Arts and Culture Council (ECPACC), supported six filmmakers and five fashion designers from the province to participate in #FAMEWeekAfrica2026.
Did You Know? South Africa ranks 10th globally in the number of suicides. Approximately 23 people die by suicide and 230 make serious suicide attempts in South Africa every day. Men are mostly affected, accounting for 78.85% of recorded suicides , compared with 21.15% of women.
Did you know? Approximately one in eight people worldwide live with a mental disorder. Anxiety and depression are among the most common conditions.
Source: South Africa’s Mental Health Human Resources Dilemma
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Did you Know? Mental health challenges can affect concentration, motivation, attendance and overall wellbeing, with consequences for individuals, workplaces and the economy.
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#mentalhealthawarenessmonth #LeaveNoOneBehind
The ECDC, in collaboration with the dtic, is taking Eastern Cape products to the Canadian market at Grocery Innovations Canada 2026!
Did you know? Up to 92% of people living with mental illness in South Africa reportedly do not receive treatment.
Source: South African Society of Psychiatrists
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Did you know? Approximately 30.3% of South Africans experience a mental health disorder during their lifetime, yet many do not receive the care they need.
Source: Health-e News
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The ECDC congratulates its shareholder department, DEDEAT, on achieving second runner-up at the 2026 EAPASA Awards for excellence in administering and managing Environmental Impact Assessment projects.
The Eastern Cape Development Corporation (ECDC) in partnership with Eastern Cape Provincial Art and Culture Council (ECPACC) are looking for Fashion Designers from the Eastern Cape to attend this event and take up space in industry.
Read more and apply:
bit.ly/africaweek-2026
