The Embassy of the Republic of South Africa, in collaboration with Brand South Africa and South Africa Tourism, and supported by the China-Africa Development Fund as well as South African business based in China, teamed up to facilitate a successful investment conference on 07 May 2025 in Beijing. Under the theme “Investing in South ... SOUTH AFRICA INVESTMENT CONFERENCE 南非投资大会
Brand South Africa is proud to announce that Team South Africa will participate as an “Invest in Partner” at the upcoming Africa CEO Forum 2025 in Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire, scheduled for 12–13 May 2025. This high-profile annual summit convenes the continent’s influential CEOs, investors, and policymakers to shape African business and investment agend... TEAM SOUTH AFRICA JOINS AFRICA CEO FORUM 2025 IN ABIDJAN AS ‘INVEST IN PARTNER’
By Lethabo Mkhize The recent South Africa–European Union (SA–EU) Summit (13 March 2025) in Cape Town marked a significant milestone in bilateral relations, with the EU unveiling a €4.7 billion investment package aimed at bolstering South Africa’s strategic sectors. This initiative, part of the EU’s Global Gateway strategy, focuse... STRENGTHENING PARTNERSHIPS AMID TARIFF TENSIONS: SA–EU SUMMIT INVESTMENT AND TRADE STRATEGIES
By Kagiso Bonoko Ford Motor Company (commonly known as Ford) is an American multinational automobile manufacturer headquartered in Dearborn, Michigan, United States. Founded by Henry Ford and incorporated on June 16, 1903, Ford has played a pivotal role in shaping South Africa’s automotive industry. Marking over 100 years of commitment to l... America’s Ford Motor Company’s Legacy and Continued Investment in South Africa
By Kagiso Bonoko At the recent Gauteng Investment Conference held on April 3, Gauteng Finance and Economic Development MEC, Lebogang Maile, announced that the province had exceeded its initial investment pledge target. The 2025 Gauteng Investment Conference has made a remarkable achievement, surpassing its initial investment pledge target by securi... Gauteng Secures R312.5-Billion Investment Pledges, Surpassing Targets at the Gauteng Investment Conference
As South Africa grapples with broad economic challenges, including energy shortages and rising inflation, Gauteng’s role as a beacon of growth and investment has become even more important. Although the province punches well above its weight, contributing some 34% to South Africa’s GDP, it is determined to proactively expand its econom... RESHAPING THE ECONOMIC LANDSCAPE OF THE FINANCIAL HEART OF SOUTH AFRICA
Investment Pledges at the KwaZulu-Natal Conference During the recent KwaZulu-Natal Investment Conference held in Durban, sixteen multi-national and local businesses pledged to invest a total of R70.8 billion in their manufacturing plants and new property developments across the province over the next two years. This is a great buildup toward... South Africa Secures R70.8 Billion in Investments at KZN Conference
By Gershwin Wanneburg Kaizer Chiefs Football Club’s marketing director Jessica Motaung, has backed a campaign to boost ties between South Africa and the American city Atlanta. Motaung recently joined a delegation from Atlanta on an investment mission to South Africa. The trip formed part of the Atlanta Phambili initiative, which seeks... Jessica Motaung promotes US investment initiative
The recent SA Tomorrow Investment Conference offered an important platform for business and government leaders to come together and showcase South Africa’s vast investment potential to the global investor community. Held under the theme “Advancing SA’s Structural Reforms for Infrastructure Development,” the conference attracted considerable attenti... SA Tomorrow Investment Conference: South Africa’s Path to Sustainable Growth and Investment
Johannesburg, 14 October 2024 | The South African BRICS Business Council (SABBC) is pleased to announce our participation in the upcoming BRICS Business Council (BBC) Annual meetings in Moscow, Russia (17-20th October 2024). The BBC Annual Meetings precede the XVI BRICS Summit which will be held in Kazan, Russia. The XVI BRICS Summit celebrates a [... SA must champion deeper trade and investment amongst BRICS Plus countries
South Africa – Brand South Africa in collaboration with the South African High Commission in the United Kingdom, Business Unity South Africa (BUSA), Infrastructure SA, Industrial Corporation for Development (IDC) and The Development Bank of Southern Africa (DBSA), will host a South Africa Investment Summit (AFSIC) on 9 October 2024 as part of the I... Brand South Africa, in collaboration key stakeholders, to host a South Africa Investment Summit as part of the Invest in Africa Conference programme
In his first official act as the new Minister of Home Affairs within the government of National Unity (GNU), Dr Leon Schreiber extended the temporary concession for foreign nationals who are currently awaiting the outcome of visa, waiver, and appeal applications. According to the Department of Home Affairs, this extension safeguards applican... Improved Visa Regulations will boost Investment and Tourism
By Kagiso Bonoko South Africa continues to be the most preferred location for multinational investors in Africa. This is made more evident by the continued investment by international companies in the country. The growth of the automotive sector in South Africa demonstrates this potential. It is a tangible showcase of the commitment ... Toyota South Africa and Ogihara South Africa’s joint venture investment to boost automotive industry
By Mpumi Mabuza Thirty years ago, South Africa entered a democratic new era, bright with hope of a better and more prosperous future. Were the hopes realised? Savvy international investors believe so. In fact, despite South Africa’s challenges, foreign investment is picking up. PwC South Africa’s recent South Africa Economic Outlook report for 2024... Why investors see opportunities in the South African market
The Deputy President of South Africa, H.E Mr. Paul Mashatile facilitates dialogue in China in an effort to strengthen trade and attract foreign direct investment Shanghai, China – November 06, 2023: In a quest to harness investment and trade to unlock opportunities, the Deputy President of the Republic of South Africa, His Excellency [&hel... SOUTH AFRICA CONTINUES TO STRENGTHEN TRADE RELATIONS WITH CHINA
Trade is a foundation of any country or society that aspires to prosper. It is as old as human civilisation. In ancient times, trade began as a barter system in which humans exchanged animal skins or services for food. In Mesopotamia (modern-day Iraq) and ancient Egypt, people used gold bars as currency, and later […] AGOA extension will boost trade between South Africa and the United States
By Pranjal Sharma This year has seen South Africa lead the world on global dialogues which concern the continent and the emerging markets. Starting from the annual meeting of World Economic Forum in Davos, to the African Union meeting in Addis Ababa and then the G20 Ministerial meetings in India. In all the international […] South Africa Leads the Way in Resolving Global Challenges
The month of March was a busy one for the Nation Brand as it was jam-packed with activities and initiatives for Brand South Africa. As the official marketing agency of the country, it was a hive of activities executed domestically, on the continent and internationally during the month. In response to the gloom and […] Brand South Africa’s March programme grasps domestic, continental and international audiences
The South African High Commissioner to Ghana, Grace Jeanet Mason has announced plans of more investments between her country and Ghana aimed at boosting trade volumes and intra-africa trade. Trade between Ghana and South Africa is already in excess of US$5 to 6billion annually, and available data reveal that as of November 2022, the top […] ... South African High Commissioner Pledges More Investments with Ghana
South Africa is not only renowned as one of the world’s best constitutional democratic destinations, the globally acclaimed Nelson Mandela is well recognized as one of its founding democratic first president. The country has demonstrated resilience that has seen it scale over its ugly past, to claim pride of place amongst the free nations of [&hell... South Africa – A resilient nation of note
