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11/03/2026
GLOBAL COOPERATION AND TRAINING FRAMEWORK (GCTF)
Session One focused on the theme: “Going Online: Leveraging E-Commerce Platforms and Payment Gateways.”
The discussion explored how entrepreneurs can successfully transition into the digital marketplace, using e-commerce platforms and secure payment systems to expand their businesses.
Moderator:
Bertha Sithole, African Entrepreneurship and Leadership Academy
Panelists:
• Jerry Wang – Director of International Division, International Integrated Systems Inc.
• Lerato Masupha – CEO, Pay Lesotho
• Adam Hulse – CFO, DeltaPay
• Majaha Nkambule – Director, Red Apple Technologies Eswatini
• Melusi Zox Dlamini – Executive Chairman, A Peculiar Peoples Person
The session highlighted the importance of digital payments, online storefronts, and secure transaction systems in enabling MSMEs to reach wider markets and participate in the growing digital economy.
GLOBAL COOPERATION AND TRAINING FRAMEWORK (GCTF)
Reabetswe Mapola, founder of Rheas Woolies sharing insights on the digital landscape in Lesotho.
Her presentation reflected on how entrepreneurs in Lesotho are navigating the evolving digital business environment to reach wider audiences and grow creative enterprises.
GLOBAL COOPERATION AND TRAINING FRAMEWORK (GCTF)
Umliba Loyembili Edupreneurs Nomfundo Sifundzane-Ngcamphalala, highlighting that while many entrepreneurs already have access to smartphones, the real gap lies in digital business skills.
She emphasised the need to equip entrepreneurs with practical knowledge on:
• Setting up online stores
• Using platforms, product listings and pricing strategies
• Developing digital marketing strategies
• Reaching real customers online
• Getting paid digitally through payment systems and mobile money
• Staying safe online, including cybersecurity, scams and privacy awareness
Her message underscored the importance of digital literacy in turning technology access into real business opportunities.
GLOBAL COOPERATION AND TRAINING FRAMEWORK (GCTF)
Seria Masilela, founder of Luna Hair and Body, unpacking the LUNA product story.
Masilela shared insights into the journey behind building the LUNA brand, highlighting how innovation, entrepreneurship and digital platforms have helped her business grow and reach wider markets.
11/03/2026
GLOBAL COOPERATION AND TRAINING FRAMEWORK
The 2026 Global Cooperation and Training Framework (GCTF) International Workshop on Digital Entrepreneurship is currently underway at The Royal Villas Eswatini, bringing together government leaders, international partners and entrepreneurs to discuss how digital tools can empower MSMEs and drive economic growth in Eswatini.
The workshop features remarks from key dignitaries including Taiwan in Eswatini Ambassador Jeremy H. S. Liang, Ministry of Commerce,Industry & Trade Minister , Manqoba Khumalo, and Marc Weinstock (U.S. Embassy Eswatini, Chargé d’Affaires).
Key takeaways from the opening remarks:
* The GCTF platform, launched by Taiwan and the United States in 2015, has grown into a global knowledge-sharing initiative involving partners such as Japan, Australia, Canada and the United Kingdom.
* This marks the third GCTF workshop hosted in Eswatini, following previous engagements focused on women’s empowerment, with the 2026 edition shifting focus to digital entrepreneurship.
* Speakers emphasised that digital tools and innovation can help MSMEs reduce costs, increase productivity and expand into regional and international markets.
* Eswatini currently has around 68 000 MSMEs employing about 93 000 people, highlighting the sector’s critical role in job creation and economic development.
* Taiwan highlighted its commitment to strengthening bilateral cooperation with Eswatini, including plans for a Taiwan Industrial Innovation Park, aimed at attracting technology companies, transferring skills and creating high-quality jobs.
* The workshop aims to equip young entrepreneurs with knowledge, partnerships and digital skills to grow businesses and participate in the modern digital economy.
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