The North West Department of Agriculture and Rural Development works collaboratively with strategic partners to promote sustainable agricultural and rural development. In doing so, the Department advances inclusive economic participation across the province. Importantly, it operates within mandates enshrined in the Constitution of South Africa. Specifically, Section 27(b) of the Constitution of South Africa affirms that everyone has the right to access sufficient food. Furthermore, the Constitution requires the state to take reasonable legislative and other measures, within available resources, to progressively realise this right. Accordingly, Dream Team Capital (DTC) develops compliant funding applications for the North West Agricultural Fund in strict alignment with the Department’s regulatory and policy requirements.
More broadly, the agricultural sector plays a central role in fostering economic growth, reducing poverty and strengthening food security across Southern Africa. Notably, more than 70% of the rural population depends on agriculture for their livelihoods. Therefore, sustained investment in agriculture directly contributes to socio-economic stability and rural development.
In line with this mandate, the Department pursues a clear vision of a united and transformed agricultural sector that drives inclusive growth. To achieve this vision, it promotes sustainable food security, accelerates socio-economic development and advances sector transformation through research and technology innovation.
Moreover, the Department actively reviews and develops legislative and policy instruments to strengthen governance within the sector. At the same time, it designs and implements capacity-building programmes to empower farmers and agricultural enterprises. In addition, it executes structured service delivery plans, improves extension and advisory services, and ensures effective implementation of agricultural legislation and policies. Beyond this, the Department conducts relevant research, facilitates technology transfer and establishes service delivery partnerships. Finally, it strengthens business management, enhances leadership capacity and implements sound resource management practices to ensure long-term sustainability.
Core Values of the North West Agricultural Fund:
- Access;
- Accountability;
- Consultation;
- Courtesy;
- Information;
- Client centred service standard;
- Redress;
- Openness & Transparency; and
- Value for money.
The 2023-2024 application form can be found on the North West Department of Agriculture and Rural Development website. Applicants are required to provide their personal information, project information, and support required.
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