Johannesburg, South Africa, 10 June 2025 – South Africa will participate as the Guest Country of Honour at the upcoming China – Africa Economic and Trade Expo (CAETE), taking place from 12 to 15 June 2025 in Changsha, Hunan Province – China. As the flagship gathering under the Forum on China – Africa Cooperation (FOCAC), [&h... South Africa to Champion the 4th China – Africa Economic and Trade Expo as Guest Country of Honour
In a historic moment of diplomacy and renewal, South Africa welcomed Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy to the Union Buildings in Pretoria on 24 April 2025, the first-ever official visit by a Ukrainian Head of State to the country. The visit, hosted by President Cyril Ramaphosa, signals a promising new chapter in South Africa-Ukraine relations... SOUTH AFRICA WELCOMES UKRAINE: A NEW CHAPTER IN GLOBAL DIPLOMACY AND PARTNERSHIP
South Africa has taken a measured approach following the United States’ decision to impose steep import tariffs on South African vehicles and automotive components. Instead, South Africa is relying on diplomacy, trade diversification, and its status as a major global exporter of critical minerals – most of which are unaffected by the new tari... SOUTH AFRICA STRENGTHENS GLOBAL EXPORT POSITIONING AMID U.S. TARIFFS
By Lethabo Mkhize At a time when the world is navigating economic recovery, rising inequality, and shifts in geopolitical dynamics, South Africa presents a hopeful and human-centred story—one that reflects resilience, talent, and an eagerness to engage globally. The 2024/25 State of the Nation Report, unveiled at Johannesburg’s historic Cons... South Africa’s Resilient Nation Brand in a Global Context
Johannesburg, 26 March 2025 – Brand South Africa, the official marketing and reputation management agency of South Africa, is pleased to announce the insights into the 2024-25 State of the Nation Brand Report. This was unveiled during a special event hosted at Constitution Hill on 25 March 2025, in collaboration with the Mail & Guardian. [&hell... 2025 STATE OF THE NATION BRAND REPORT
Brand South Africa proudly congratulates South African visionary businessman, Dr. Patrice Motsepe on his re-election as President of the Confédération Africaine de Football (CAF) at the 14th CAF Extraordinary General Assembly in Cairo. His unopposed victory reflects the confidence in his leadership and the significant progress African footba... Brand South Africa Congratulates Dr. Patrice Motsepe on His Re-Election as CAF President
Johannesburg, 12 March 2025 – Brand South Africa, the official marketing and reputation management agency of South Africa, is pleased to announce the 7th Annual Nation Brand Forum. Set for 19 March 2025, this flagship event will unite government leaders, industry pioneers, civil society representatives, and grassroots innovators to collabora... Brand South Africa Announces the Annual Nation Brand Forum 2025 – Forging Partnerships to Advance Global Competitiveness
In the world of sports photography, few names resonate as powerfully as Pitsi Vincent Matlou, known to fans and peers alike as Vino Snap or “The Eye of God” PITSI VINCENT MATLOU: “VINO SNAP” – THE EYE OF GOD BEHIND THE LENS OF SPORTS PHOTOGRAPHY
By Zinhle Zikalala The 38th African Union (AU) Summit, concluded over the weekend in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, and was a historic moment for Africa’s economic transformation and global trade relations. With the theme “Justice for Africans and People of African Descent Through Reparations”, the Summit not only addressed past injusti... 38TH AFRICAN UNION SUMMIT: UNLOCKING AFRICA’S ECONOMIC POWER AND GLOBAL INFLUENCE
On Thursday, 6 February 2025, President Cyril Ramaphosa delivered the State of the Nation Address (SoNA) at Cape Town City Hall. He began by honouring the fallen soldiers who served with dedication and congratulating the Class of 2024 on their academic achievements, recognising them as the foundation of the country’s future prosperity. He reaffirme... PRESIDENT RAMAPHOSA’S 2025 SONA: A VISION FOR SOUTH AFRICA’S FUTURE
Johannesburg, 16 January 2025 – Brand South Africa is pleased to announce Team South Africa’s participation at the upcoming 2025 World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting in Davos, which will take place from 20 to 24 January 2025 under the theme “Collaboration in the Intelligent Age.” Every year Team South Africa joins the over […] ... Team South Africa to Champion a year of Growth, Solidarity and Global Leadership at WEF Davos
What started as a breakthrough in mending religious tensions many years ago, has evolved into a unifying platform for many people across the globe. However, let us give you some context and a bit of background before we jump straight into it. Back in the year 2000, Sean and Brendan Tuohey travelled to Northern Ireland […] PeacePlayers South Africa using Hoop dreams to build an equitable society
Cape Town, South Africa – August 5 – Brand South Africa is proud to announce its partnership with The International Astronomical Union (IAU) for the 2024 IAU General Assembly, set to take place in Cape Town from August 6 to15. This prestigious event marks the first time ever it’s hosted on the African continent in […] Brand South Africa Partners with The International Astronomical Union (IAU) for Historic General Assembly in Cape Town
Nairobi May 27 2024 African countries need to trade in value-added and intermediate goods with each other and the rest of the world in order to address the continent’s developmental challenges. Platforms like the African Continental Free Trade Area ( AfCFTA) must also be used to strengthen value chains across various sectors. These are [&hel... Africa needs to trade in higher-value goods to aid development
Brand South Africa’s Play Your Part initiative, is once again, bringing the 947 School Invasion to five schools across Gauteng in an epic opportunity to ignite the spirit of ‘Ubuntu’ and inspire young South Africans to contribute to positive change in our country. This partnership with 947’s Anele and The Club truly delivers on […] ... Brand South Africa and 947 are once again invading schools that Play their Part and it’s even bigger and better!
As part of Brand South Africa’s mandate to monitor and enhance South Africa’s Nation Brand Reputation, in collaboration with government, the business sector, and civil society, the organisation conducts global research to assess the country’s reputation and competitiveness in key strategic markets. GLOBAL REPUTATION STUDY
By: Roxanne Francis Our film industry has been dubbed “Africa’s most globally integrated and diversified economy” and it’s easy to see why. The recognition and platform given to the industry at the 74th Berlinale: European Film Market (EFM) once again positioned South Africa as a favourable film destination. In 2022, the *sector contr... The Future of African Filmmaking Takes Centre stage at the 74TH Berlinale: European Film Market
This past Saturday, the South African National Editors’ Forum (SANEF) held a successful Council meeting in Cape Town, which was addressed by DKMS-Africa and Brand South Africa. The Council meeting sets the tone for the year for SANEF, on the programme of action and media-related issues the organisation needs to focus on this year. […]... SANEF holds successful, first council meeting for the year
[Johannesburg, South Africa, 13 January 2024]: Brand South Africa response to questions from the Sunday World. Brand South Africa will not be drawn into responding to false, malicious, and misleading allegations from unknown sources with intention to tarnish its reputation and its people. The organization reserves its right to respond to claims int... Brand South Africa Statement: Brand South Africa response to questions from the Sunday World.
Ms Nadine Thomas Brand South Africa complied with the Labour Court judgement and reinstated Ms Thomas to her position as the Chief Financial Officer. Subsequently, an agreement to mutually separate was reached between the two parties, amicably. The terms of which are confidential, as agreed by both parties. The Acting CEO, Ms Sithembile Ntom... Brand South Africa Statement: Brand South Africa response to questions from the Sunday World
