The South African Department of Trade and Industry (dti)

Vision
the dti’s vision is of a South Africa that has a vibrant economy, characterised by growth, employment and equity, built on the full potential of all citizens. To this end, the dti seeks to be an outwardly-focused, customer-centric organisation.

Mission
the dti aims to:
• Provide leadership to the South African economy through its understanding of the economy, its ability to identify economic opportunities and potential, and its contribution to government economic priorities;
• Act as a catalyst for the transformation and development of the economy;
• Respond to the challenges and opportunities of the economic citizens and contribute to the achievement of government’s strategic objectives; and
• Provide a predictable, competitive, equitable and socially responsible environment for investment, enterprise and trade.

Strategic Objectives
the dti’s strategic objectives include:
• Promoting the co-ordinated and accelerated implementation of the government’s economic vision and priorities;
• Promoting direct investment and growth in the industrial and services economy, with particular focus on employment creation;
• Raising the level of exports and promoting equitable global trade;
• Promoting broader participation, equity and redress in the economy; and
• Contributing to Africa’s development and regional integration within the New Partnership for Africa’s Development (NEPAD).