As a country that hinges on Ubuntu as a way of life, we understand that we are because you are. That is why the Brand South Africa initiative, Play Your Part was launched 11 years ago, to not only shed light on active citizenship but also encourage South Africans to uphold our key values as […] Empowering Young South Africans through STEM Education
President Cyril Matamela Ramaphosa is, at the invitation of His Majesty, King Charles III, conducting a State Visit to the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland (UK) from 22 to 23 November 2022. Royal State Visits are in the furtherance of bilateral relations and as a symbol of respect and of the […] President embarks on a state visit to the United Kingdom of Great Britain and North Great Britain and Northern Ireland
The Presidency hereby invites nominations for candidates to serve as trustees of the Brand South Africa Trust. Brand South Africa is a Schedule 3A public entity and a Trust established in terms of the Trust Property Control Act, No. 57 of 1988 to develop and implement proactive and co-ordinated marketing, communication and reputation managem... CALL FOR NOMINATIONS FOR MEMBERS TO SERVE ON THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES OF BRAND SOUTH AFRICA
By Mduduzi Malinga Last week 20 February marked the World Day of Social Justice. This day serves to recognise the ongoing efforts of countries, organisations and individuals who strive to enforce the principles of social justice. According to data from Statistics South Africa, more than half of South Africa’s population is living in poverty. Observ... Recognising and promoting social justice in South Africa
UNION BUILDINGS, TSHWANE 16 SEPTEMBER 2020 My fellow South Africans, Exactly half a year has passed since we declared a national state of disaster in response to the coronavirus pandemic. In that time, more than 15,000 South Africans have lost their lives to the disease and more than 650,000 have been confirmed as infected. Our […] STATEMENT BY PRESIDENT CYRIL RAMAPHOSA ON PROGRESS IN THE NATIONAL EFFORT TO CONTAIN THE COVID-19 PANDEMIC
[embeddoc url=”https://brandsouthafrica.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Media-Briefing_Brand-SA-media-statement_26_Aug_2020.pdf” download=”all”] Media Statement: Brand South Africa addresses media on allegations of corruption
Brand South Africa is aware of allegations mooted by the former CEO, Dr Kingsley Makhubela, against Brand South Africa, through an article on the City Press, Sunday 9 August 2020, titled “Damning Account of Brand SA”. Dr Makhubela has also written a document that makes several allegations against the Board of Trustees and the employees […] ... Brand South Africa Statement on allegations of corruption
[embeddoc url=”https://brandsouthafrica.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Final-City-Press-Statement-07082020.pdf” download=”all”] Media Statement: Brand South Africa’s response to City Press
Brand South Africa kicked off the year on an entrepreneurial note at the TEA (Township Entrepreneurs Alliance) Mentorship & Business Workshop, that took place at the Mayibuye Cultural Centre in Galeshewe, Kimberley. As part of Brand South Africa’s flagship Play Your Part initiative, Deputy Minister in the Presidency, Ms. Thembi Siweya delivered... The Cubing Hub: thinking outside the box
Johannesburg, Wednesday 14th August 2019 – As the official marketing agency of South Africa tasked with building the country’s brand reputation and improve its global competitiveness, Brand South Africa has collaborated with the Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) to host an international student bursar’s orientation and send-o... The Department of Higher Education and Training (DHET) collaborates with Brand South Africa to host an international student send-off programme
In efforts to make improvements to society and contribute towards sustainable development in South Africa, the world’s largest food and beverage company, NESTLÉ partnered with the non-profit organisation, South African- Mathematics Foundation (SAMF). The partnership brings together stakeholders in education and nutrition sectors, both private and p... Nestlé and the South African Mathematics Foundation Inspire Future Leaders
Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world. – Nelson Mandela These words ring true now more than ever as South Africa, as with the rest of world, experiences and transitions into a radical period of change presented by the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR). A period which necessitates everyone […] ... Preparing for the future world of work through STEM
Johannesburg, Friday, 28 September 2018 – Brand South Africa is proud to collaborate with the National Heritage Council (NHC) and various other stakeholders on its annual programme Heritage Education Schools Outreach Programme (HESOP). Speaking about the programme, Brand South Africa’s Strategic Relationship Manager, Ms Toni Gumede said; “Bra... Brand South Africa is proud to collaborate with the National Heritage Council (NHC) and various other stakeholders on its annual programme Heritage Education Schools Outreach Programme (HESOP)
Brand South Africa and the University of South Africa (UNISA) successfully partnered to host the South African Competitiveness Forum (SACF) and the Pan-African University Dialogue in a two-day programme on the 11th -12th September 2018 and wrapping up the South African visit with a day-tour in and around Johannesburg and Soweto on the 13th Septembe... Brand South Africa’s South African Competitiveness Forum and the Pan-African University Dialogue overview with Dr Kobby Mensah
Brand South Africa and UNISA host the South African Competitiveness Forum and the Pan-African University Dialogue Johannesburg, Wednesday 05th September 2018 – Brand South Africa and the University of South Africa (UNISA) have partnered to host the South African Competitiveness Forum (SACF) and the Pan-African University Dialogue in a two-day... Brand South Africa and UNISA host the South African Competitiveness Forum and the Pan-African University Dialogue
Johannesburg, Wednesday, 29th August 2018 – Following a successful activation in KZN, the Play Your Part programme is heading to schools in the Eastern Cape on Monday 3rd September 2018. The activation will be at the Chapman Senior Secondary with both Grade 11 and Grade 12 learners participating in the active citizenship engagement. Learners will g... Eastern Cape Schools have their share of the Play Your Part activation
Education is an integral part of building a strong, stable society, that enables an optimistic future for all. As universally celebrated and the first elected President of a democratic South Africa Nelson Mandela said; “Education is the most powerful weapon which you can use to change the world”. It is of great importance that each […] ... Education Africa’s Mr Urdang is a recipient of the 2018 Klaus J Jacobs Award
Play Your Part ambassador, Dr Msizi Mkhize is passionate about the teaching Mathematics and Accounting to young people so that they can secure sound futures for themselves. Dr Mkhize holds Doctor of Philosophy and Master of Commerce degrees. He currently lectures accounting at the University of KwaZulu-Natal’s School of Accounting, Economics and Fi... Mathematics made easy for a better tomorrow
Play Your Part programme is Brand South Africa’s nationwide programme that encourages active citizenship and looks to impact the country positively in order to fulfil the bigger picture of building a positive Nation Brand. Active citizenship means peop... Bow tie wearing teacher tackles education inequalities
Two entrepreneurs from Johannesburg have created a career research platform to enable learners to find information on what and where to study, and also where to get learnerships or bursaries. Brand South Africa reporter Years ago, two young men didn’t know which career to pursue; they also faced several challenges to furthering their educatio... Website gives direction to career paths, tertiary institutions
