A national, peak-body, association that supports trade & commerce.
We unite businesses, industry leaders, and public partners around the shared goal of making trade more competitive, connected, and inclusive. Through resources, advocacy, and networking opportunities, we promote trade and investment — serving as a platform where organizations can collaborate, share expertise, and drive meaningful growth across the trade ecosystem.
Built by business,
for business.
National Association for Trade and Commerce (NATC) is an independent business association that champions enterprise growth through collaboration and innovation. We believe a strong trade economy is built together.
We convert the experience of business into practical insight, trusted relationships and credible advocacy. By connecting companies across sectors and regions, we help every member make their next move with confidence.
Become part of NATC →Enterprise growth that creates lasting opportunity.
NATC actively promotes sustainable economic growth by supporting SMEs and facilitating practical business opportunities.
An interconnected economy where every enterprise can move forward.
We envision a trade economy where opportunity is more accessible, business is better connected and sustainable growth benefits enterprises, communities and the wider economy.
The standards behind how we work.
Integrity
We uphold high ethical standards in our decisions, partnerships and conduct.
Collaboration
We build strong relationships across industries, governments and markets.
Transparency
We champion openness and accountability in trade practices.
Innovation
We welcome new ideas and solutions that improve how trade works.
Sustainability
We promote long-term economic and environmental resilience.
Guided by leaders
who do the work.
Our Executive Council brings together experienced voices from across trade, industry and enterprise.
Amara Mokoena
President
Thabo Ndlovu
Chief Executive Officer
Sophia Louw
Vice President
Specialist thinking.
Shared progress.
Micro, Small & Medium Enterprise Council +
The Micro, Small & Medium Enterprise Council serves as the primary platform within the National Association for Trade and Commerce (NATC) dedicated to representing, supporting, and advancing the interests of South Africa’s micro, small and medium enterprises. Recognising that enterprises at different stages of growth face unique opportunities and challenges, the Council provides a structured framework for engagement, advocacy, collaboration, and capability development across the business community.
Women in Commerce Council (Women Entrepreneurs Council) +
The WEC serves as a dedicated platform to support, connect, and advance women business leaders and entrepreneurs across diverse industries. Women-led enterprises are growing within South Africa’s ecosystem and the Council works closely to address collectively challenges faced by women entrepreneurs while creating opportunities for business growth, leadership development, and collaboration.
Trade & Market Access Council +
The Trade & Market Access Council serves as a strategic platform for advancing trade, market access and commercial opportunities across industry sectors. The Council brings together industry stakeholders, businesses, producers, government institutions, market specialists and strategic partners to identify market opportunities, address barriers to trade and promote inclusive participation in domestic, regional and international markets.
The Council is focused on turning market intelligence and stakeholder collaboration into practical opportunities for market expansion, export growth, investment, value-chain development and improved competitiveness.
Stronger together,
by design.
Our work is strengthened by a nationwide ecosystem of regional chapters, industry bodies, development partners and public-sector collaborators.