INNOVATION, MARKET ACCESS & COMPLIANCE IN THE FUNERAL SECTOR
A Strategic Industry Event by Innovative Entrepreneurs NPC
The Funeral Services Industry is a pillar of South Africa’s social and economic landscape, supporting dignity, cultural continuity, and community wellbeing. As highlighted in the sector’s Market Access Strategy, the industry contributes significantly to national employment, enterprise development, logistics, manufacturing, insurance, and technology value chains.
With new opportunities emerging across procurement, regional trade, digital transformation, and localisation, this sector is poised to drive SME growth, job creation, and enhanced competitiveness through the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA).
EVENT DETAILS
Date: Thursday, 11 December 2025
Time: 11h00 – 15h30 (SAST)
Location: Midrand, South Africa (Venue details provided after registration)
Attendance: By Invitation Only
Virtual Participation: Optional (QR Code Access)
EVENT PURPOSE
The Funeral Services Industry Market Access Event is the inaugural national platform designed to:
Expand procurement and supply chain visibility
Strengthen regulatory and compliance awareness
Promote digital innovation and technology adoption
Support SME integration into regional and continental value chains
Accelerate job creation and enterprise development
Enhance industry collaboration among associations, regulators, and private sector partners
This activation forms part of the broader Market Access Strategy developed by Innovative Entrepreneurs NPC, aimed at building a competitive, self-sustaining, and professionally coordinated sector.
STRATEGIC FOCUS AREAS
Regulatory & Compliance Frameworks
Market Access & Procurement Participation
Digital Transformation & ICT Integration
Localisation, Manufacturing & Industrial Opportunities
AfCFTA & Regional Trade Expansion
Enterprise Development for SMEs
Insurance, Financial Services & Burial Plan Models
Logistics, Fleet & Supply Chain Optimization
INDUSTRY PARTNERSHIPS
This activation is delivered in collaboration with key sector partners, including:
Law Society of South Africa
Arbitration Foundation of South Africa
South African Women Lawyers Association
South African Human Rights Commission
EXPECTED OUTCOMES
By participating in this event, attendees will gain:
✔ Improved access to procurement and value chain opportunities
✔ Strengthened industry cohesion and professionalisation
✔ Enhanced SME readiness and enterprise development pathways
✔ Increased digital efficiency and innovation adoption
✔ Greater regional competitiveness through AfCFTA
✔ Opportunities for trade, investment, and job creation
EVENT ENQUIRIES
Arlene Wilson-Max
Director, Innovative Entrepreneurs NPC
📱 +27 (0)79 108 0613
📧 arlene@innovative.org.za
Happiness Fosi
📱 061 845 2023
📧 projects@innovative.org.za
