Background

The Localisation Support Fund (LSF) was established in 2021 as a non-profit company (NPC) and public benefit organisation (PBO) to accelerate industrialisation in South Africa by driving strategic localisation. By strengthening local manufacturing capabilities and removing barriers to competitiveness, LSF ensures that South African firms can scale, innovate, and integrate into global markets.

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LSF exists to bridge the gap between policy ambition and industry reality, ensuring that localisation is a driver of competitiveness, not inefficiency. By funding targeted research, feasibility studies, and technical expertise, LSF enables investment-ready opportunities and unlocks high-potential industrial pathways.

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Our vision is clear: a thriving, inclusive South African economy, underpinned by globally competitive local industries.