In a bold move that underscores both confidence and commitment to South Africa’s clean energy transition, Pele Energy Group (PEG), earlier this year, secured a R575 million investment backed by Nedbank and Norfund, the Norwegian Climate Investment Fund. More than just capital, this is a powerful endorsement of PEG’s vision to lead the country—and c... Powering Progress: Pele Energy Group’s Commitment to Scaling Renewable Impact in South Africa
South Africa’s journey towards land reform is rooted in over a century of profound land dispossession, racial segregation, and systemic inequality Unraveling the legacy of Land Dispossession in South Africa:
The 2025 Mining Indaba took place on 3–6 February in Cape Town, marking one of the most transformative editions in history. Industry leaders, investors, policymakers, and, for the first time, local communities and traditional leaders converged to shape the future of sustainable mining in Africa. As the world’s largest African mining investme... The 2025 Mining Indaba: A New Era for South African Mining
South Africa is emerging as a leader in climate action and sustainable economic development, leveraging its green economy to tackle environmental challenges while driving inclusive growth. As the country prepares to host the G20 Summit in November 2025, President Cyril Ramaphosa has outlined a vision that integrates environmental stewardship, econo... Investing in the Green Economy: South Africa’s Blueprint for Climate Leadership and Sustainable Development
The Gauteng Growth and Development Agency (GGDA) is committed to creating and implementing an inclusive and transformed Gauteng economy. Our commitment to the Gauteng province is to continue our efforts to rebuild, revitalise and reignite all sectors of the economy. Gauteng continues to be the economic epicentre of South Africa and a strategic conn... GAUTENG GROWING AS AN INVESTMENT DESTINATION OF CHOICE
Brand South Africa, through its long standing partnership with Grow Supplier ZA™ collaborated with the Small Enterprise Development Agency (SEDA), Rand Water Foundation and the Bushbuckridge Local Municipality in Acornhoek, Mpumalanga. The engagement, which took place on Thursday, 20 June 2019 aimed to promote youth entrepreneurship by providing yo... Encouraging Youth Owned Small Business Development for Job Creation and Economic Growth
Globalisation is upon us and South Africa is ensuring readiness by adopting what is called Specialised Economic Zones (SEZ). According to Investopedia, an SEZ is a designated area in a country subjected to specialised economic regulations different from other areas. These zones play a huge role in encouraging trade and investment opportunities that... What is the role of the Gauteng Industrial Development Zone (GIDZ)?
Woodlands Dairy food group is committed to spreading the message of environmental health. The company recently embarked on a clean-up campaign that invited participants in the creative sector to get their hands dirty. The end result? A clean city and an eye-catching billboard made from recycled material. Woodlands Dairy saw an opportunity to use gr... Woodlands Dairy and COYSA play their unconventional part in preserving the environment
Minister of Communications, Stella Ndabeni-Abrahams The theme for this year’s edition of the World Economic Forum, taking place in Davos between the 22 – 25 January, is Globalisation 4.0: Shaping a Global Architecture in the Age of the Fourth Industrial Revolution. Myself and a delegation of South African Ministers will work other global participan... Africa 4.0: Preparing for the Fourth Industrial Revolution
South Africa, embracing the Digital Revolution. In September this year, South Africa for the first time hosted the 2018 International Telecommunications Union (ITU) Telecom World, under the theme “Innovation for a Smarter Digital Development”, giving rise to young leaders with fresh thought patterns in the ICT space. Following the ITU Conference, B... Embracing The Digital Revolution – Pulego Communications
President Cyril Ramaphosa is set to open the two-day Jobs Summit which will be convened under the auspices of the National Economic Development and Labour Council (NEDLAC) on Thursday and Friday 4 and 5 October 2018 at the Gallagher Convention Centre in Midrand, Gauteng. Held under the theme: “United we can create jobs” the Jobs […] ... South Africa hosts inaugural Jobs Summit to advance job creation
Johannesburg, Tuesday 25 September 2018 – The Nation Brand Forum is a programme spearheaded by Brand South Africa with an objective of promoting a cohesive approach when marketing South Africa internationally. It will be hosted at the Industrial Development Corporation (IDC) in Sandton on Thursday 11th October 2018. The theme for this year is “Insp... Brand South Africa brings its third Nation Brand Forum at the Industrial Development Corporation (IDC)
Wise Wayz Water Care (WWWC) programme is based on the South Coast of Durban- in the communities of Folweni and Ezimbokodweni. It is there where the desire grew from two community groups at grassroot level – to restore and manage the communities’ dwindling natural resources and build a sustainable project for future generations to come. [&hell... Conserving Water for Future Generations
With drought an ever present threat, the City of Cape Town has approved plans to build a plant to turn salty sea water into potable water. Sulaiman Philip Visitors to Cape Town this festive season will arrive as the Mother City struggles through the worst drought in living memory. At present dams supplying the city […] Desalination: Cape Town’s solution to water shortages
Engen is investing in high school learners with great potential. Sivashnie Perumal is one of the students who has benefited from the involvement of the oil and gas company. This is her story. Mathiba Molefe “I’ve always known that this is a man’s world, and that I would need to work twice as hard to […] Sivashnie: fuelled by Engen
Emmanuel Bonoko, founder of the Ebonoko Foundation and Ebonoko Holdings, is the KIA Young Business Achiever of the Year, winning the award at the 2017 BBQ Awards. Brand South Africa reporter Emmanuel Bonoko, an entrepreneur who has a heart for youth development and education, was named the KIA Young Business Achiever of the Year at […] ... Entrepreneur gives tips for success
The world needs to produce 50% more food by 2050, and Africa can fill that need. This is the impetus behind the African Development Bank’s investment in agriculture on the continent. Sulaiman Philip A new African Development Bank (AfDB) initiative aims to lift African farmers out of poverty and ensure continental food security by 2025. [&hell... Initiative to grow Africa’s food security
There are more than R300-billion worth of investment opportunities in Gauteng that are still to be tapped into. The Inspire Gauteng Tourism, Trade and Investment Conference taking place this week will showcase these opportunities. Johannesburg, Monday 23 October 2017 – Brand South Africa will join the Department of Tourism and the Gauteng Growth De... Press release: Gauteng – an attractive and competitive investment destination
South Africans love to shop, and more and more are doing it online, logging on to buy everything from books to wine to electronic equipment. Here’s a roundup of the most popular SA shopping websites – and links for those who want to hunt down the lesser known ones. Shopping online in South Africa
A recent survey found that many South African entrepreneurs needed help with things such as business planning. Find out more about how to prepare yourself for an investor, here. Brand South Africa reporter Funding is one of the challenges faced by many entrepreneurs in South Africa. In the Real State of Entrepreneurship in South Africa […] ... How to prepare yourself for an investor: a guide
