Knysna is the ideal location to establish and expand a business. The Knysna economy is the third largest economy in the Eden District with a total Gross Geographical Product of R 2,3 billion in 2011 according to StatsSA (2013). The leading sectors are Finance and Business Services and Wholesale, Retail, Trade and Accommodation.

The key reasons which for investment in the Knysna economy and its people include the following:

• Good infrastructure and basic services
• Accessible via road (N2), rail and air (George Airport)
• World renowned tourist destination
• Foreign investment opportunities
• Sufficient housing opportunities
• Low crime rates
• Excellent business support services
• Ample industrial land and commercial space
• Excellent educational facilities
• Labour opportunities
• Sound regulatory environment

July 2013 – Vitamin K initiative in Business Events Africa

18/03/2013 Knysna New Business Events Destination (Business Events Africa)

Contact Manager Economic Development:

Ms Ilse van Schalkwyk
Telephone: +27 (0)44 302 1646
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