In 2021, South Africa commemorates the 45th anniversary of the 1976 Soweto Uprising and in 2020 the African Continental Free Trade Area came into effect (AfCFTA). These two moments are incredibly important because one event gives us the opportunity to reflect and honour the sacrifices of those that came before us, while the other paves […] ... AfCFTA: A conversation of growth for the continent’s youth
Africa is a continent rich in diversity, culture and natural resources. The continent has always relied on the drum beat, rhythm and dance to bring hope to its citizens during some of the toughest times in history. The hit song ‘Jerusalema’ by South African music duo Master KG and Nomcebo became a phenomenon of such […] African Unity Strengthened to Fight A Common Enemy
Tech in Africa is creating new frontiers for the continent and is rising rapidly against the rest of the world, drawing investment opportunities in the sector. More and more African tech start-ups are being acquired by international companies. Many of these technologies are mobile-based and are built off the back of Africans being willing to experi... TECH IN AFRICA IS CREATING A NEW FRONTIER
The Edenvale Lions Basketball Academy (ELBA) founded by Play Your Part ambassadors Edson Makavan and Byron Pinheiro, has over the past few years brought together young people from diverse backgrounds – who often have limited opportunities – to live out their passion on the basketball court. It all began when Makavan and Pinheiro identif... How the Edenvale Lions Basketball Academy uses sport to change young lives
A South African company has been named the top agency at the Global Purpose Awards 2020 in the United Kingdom. The awards recognise campaigns that use creative ideas successfully to further positive causes, and acknowledge the organisations behind them. The awards are open to agencies, brands, public sector bodies, charities and NGOs throughout Eu... SOUTH AFRICA’S WOMEN-LED AGENCY BECOMES THE FIRST LOCAL AGENCY TO WIN PRESTIGIOUS INTERNATIONAL AWARD
The Miss South Africa Play Your Part Ambassador Award celebrates a proud and patriotic South African woman that display a commitment towards active citizenship. This exemplary woman continuously invests her time and resources into initiatives that empower women on platforms that are aligned to the objectives of our National Development Plan. About ... Miss South Africa – Play Your Part Ambassador Award 2020
Brand South Africa was proud to collaborate with the MultiChoice Group (MCG) and other stakeholders last week in a virtual Gender-Based Violence (GBV) conference themed “Don’t be silent!”. As the World Health Organisation estimates that 12.1 in every 100 000 women are victims of femicide in South Africa each year. This is five times higher [&hellip... Don’t be silent! Gender-based Violence (GBV) virtual conference calling for a collective voice for action
The COVID-19 pandemic is causing chaos all over the world and has seen people use different hand-washing techniques, retreat indoors and distance themselves from others in an attempt to prevent the spread of the virus. What happens to those who don’t have water readily available to wash their hands, who don’t have the online resources […] ... #LivingtheLegacy: NGO’s in South Africa making a change
This promotion is open to all South African residents aged 18 years and older. This online promotion runs from 22 May 2019 – 23 May 2019. Competition entry mechanics: Entrants must answer a question correctly, as posted on the Brand South Africa social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter). X5 correct answers will be drawn from […] ... #BASSLINEFEST Competition Terms and Conditions
Brand South Africa’s “Solve Your Why’s with an X” campaign launched in April to encourage citizens on the importance of exercising their constitutional rights to vote. The campaign focuses on the country celebrating 25 years of democracy in April 2019, a day which instituted a new dawn of democratic rule. With the message “Your vote […] ... Brand South Africa encourages citizens to exercise their constitutional right and make their X count
Trade and Investment South Africa (TISA) is reviewing the guidelines for the Export Marketing and Investment Assistance (EMIA) scheme. The scheme aims to develop export markets for South African products and services, and encourage new foreign direct investment into the country. Promoting trade and inward investment is critical in building the Sout... Export Marketing and Investment Assistance scheme helps SA companies trade on global stage
The Fak’ugesi Conference was one several events during the 10-day Fak’ugesi: African Digital Innovation Festival. Discussions at the conference included the experiences of and challenges in the augmented- and virtual reality industries. Melissa Javan The Origins Centre Museum was now a space where technology could be explored, participa... New tech, trends, collaborations at Fak’ugesi
Barbadian singer Rihanna is using her clout as a world famous pop star to support education in Malawi. Through her charity she is donating much-needed bicycles and financial support to learners to help them stay in school. The initiative follows her recent visit to Malawi. CD Anderson The five-year bike programme is part of a […] Rihanna supports Malawian schoolgirls with bicycles and scholarships
A South African initiative that uses group buying power to lower food prices for needy communities, using a mobile app, has been nominated for the continental prize. Sulaiman Philip Nokwethu Khojane and her business partner, Lauren Drake, saw a need and found a solution: their social enterprise, Lakheni, uses the buying power of whole communities [... Innovation Prize for Africa recognises Lakheni
Brand South Africa commemorates Africa Day by reflecting on the dynamics of socio-political change. Johannesburg, Thursday 25 May 2017 – Today the world commemorates Africa Day – the annual tribute that aims to promote greater unity and solidarity between African countries, and seeks to accelerate the political and socio-economic integration ... Press release: Brand South Africa commemorates Africa Day
It’s Africa Month so we take a look at the degree in indigenous knowledge systems offered at North West University. The first batch of students graduated in April. Priya Pitamber Kgothatso Mafiri and Peter Tshepiso Ndhlovu are two of the 12 graduates from the first cohort of students studying for a degree in indigenous knowledge […] ... A first for Africa: graduating with an indigenous knowledge degree
Africa bears one-quarter of the global disease burden, yet has only 2% of the world’s doctors. To improve the delivery of healthcare, the continent needs to leverage digital technologies, improve knowledge, skills and resources, and create channels for collaboration and consensus among key stakeholders. Sulaiman Philip To fight Boko Haram in the no... Africa can improve access to healthcare for all
Brand South Africa welcomes South Africa’s performance in the World Bank’s 2017 Africa Competitiveness Report which was released on Thursday 04 May during the WEF Africa Conference in Durban. Johannesburg, Friday 05 May 2017 – South Africa picked up second place in the Africa Competitiveness Report and the country’s global ranking for 2016-17 impro... Press release: South Africa remains an attractive investment destination
A new AU-UN agreement will improve peacekeeping operations and security challenges in Africa. The Joint UN-AU Framework for Enhancing Partnership on Peace and Security will improve co-ordination and co-operation between the bodies. Sulaiman Philip Africa remains a place of hope and potential, despite the challenges faced by African Union (AU) peace... AU and UN respond to African security demands
Brand South Africa welcomes South Africa’s performance in the 2017 A.T. Kearney Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) Confidence Index, as well as in the Africa Investment Index 2016 by Quantum Global’s independent research arm, Quantum Global Research Lab. Johannesburg, Friday 21 April 2017 – Brand South Africa welcomes South Africa’s performance ... Press release: South Africa ranked among top countries for FDI and remains an attractive investment destination
