Coega Special Economic Zone
Coega Special Economic Zone is a Special Economic Zone located in Gqeberha, South Africa, established in 2000, with dtic (designation); zone operator per SEZ Act listed as its governing authority.
Key Facts
| Type | Special Economic Zone |
|---|---|
| Location | Gqeberha, South Africa |
| Year Established | 2000 |
| Area | 9003 ha hectares |
| Companies | 57 |
| Governing Authority | dtic (designation); zone operator per SEZ Act |
| Status | operational |
Recorded Benefits and Incentives
15% preferential Corporate Income Tax rate (Section 12R, vs 27% national CIT), 10% p.a. accelerated building allowance over 10 years (Section 12S), Employment Tax Incentive (ETI) wage subsidy, and SARS Customs Controlled Area (CCA) import duty and 15% VAT suspension.
Verify eligibility and current terms with the zone authority.
Recorded Sector Focus
Coega Special Economic Zone is listed with a sector focus including Automotive And Ev, Bpo And Shared Services, Chemicals And Specialty Materials, and Renewable Energy And Battery Storage.
About Coega Special Economic Zone
Coega Special Economic Zone is South Africa's largest designated Special Economic Zone (9,003.0 ha gross master-planned estate across 14 functional zones) adjacent to the deep-water Port of Ngqura in Gqeberha (Nelson Mandela Bay), Eastern Cape. Originally designated in 2000 as the Coega IDZ and operated by the Coega Development Corporation (CDC) under the SEZ Act No. 16 of 2014, the whole estate hosts 57 operational investors employing 11,243 permanent operational workers with ZAR 12.617 billion (USD 693.94 million) in cumulative private investment. It serves as the parent estate for the dedic...
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of zone is Coega Special Economic Zone?
Coega Special Economic Zone is a Special Economic Zone.
Where is Coega Special Economic Zone located?
Coega Special Economic Zone is located in Gqeberha, South Africa.
When was Coega Special Economic Zone established?
Coega Special Economic Zone was established in 2000.
Which governing authority is listed for Coega Special Economic Zone?
SEZ Explorer records dtic (designation); zone operator per SEZ Act as the governing authority for Coega Special Economic Zone. Confirm its current jurisdiction and remit with the authority.
Which sectors are listed for Coega Special Economic Zone?
Coega Special Economic Zone is listed with a sector focus including Automotive And Ev, Bpo And Shared Services, Chemicals And Specialty Materials, and Renewable Energy And Battery Storage.
Which benefits and incentives are recorded for Coega Special Economic Zone?
SEZ Explorer's current record lists: 15% preferential Corporate Income Tax rate (Section 12R, vs 27% national CIT), 10% p.a. accelerated building allowance over 10 years (Section 12S), Employment Tax Incentive (ETI) wage subsidy, and SARS Customs Controlled Area (CCA) import duty and 15% VAT suspension. Verify eligibility and current terms with the zone authority.