As South Africa marks Freedom Month, a time to reflect on the values enshrined in our constitutional democracy, a group of Afrikaners has added its voice to the ongoing global conversation about identity, justice, and nationhood. Their message is clear: South Africa’s story is not one of division, but of resilience, unity in diversity, and [&hellip... Afrikaner Voices Rejecting Division, Affirming a Shared South African Future
Since its launch in 2018, the South African Investment Conference has played a pivotal role in positioning South Africa as a globally competitive and investment-ready economy. Over five cycles, investors have pledged more than R1.5 trillion in capital, fueling projects that create jobs, advance technology, and strengthen infrastructure across ... How SAIC 2026 Is Positioning South Africa for Future Growth & Investment
In an era defined by contested narratives, misinformation, and growing public distrust, the role of credible, independent media has never been more important—nor more tested. This is as true globally as it is in South Africa, where the story of the nation is often shaped as much by perception as by reality. Recently, I had […] In Defence of Truth: Why South Africa’s Media Remains Central to its Soft Power
Seventy years ago, thousands of women stood together in one of the most defining protests in South Africa’s history, the 1956 Women’s March. On 9 August 1956, more than 20 000 women marched to the Union Buildings in Pretoria to protest apartheid pass laws imposed on black women. Led by activists including Lilian Ngoyi, Helen […] ... Honouring 70 Years of Women’s Leadership
The strong and evolving relationship between South Africa and Kenya took centre stage in Nairobi during a Global South Africans engagement that highlighted growing economic cooperation, digital innovation partnerships, and continental integration. The event formed part of a high-level working visit to Kenya by Hon. Deputy Minister in the Presidency... Global South Africans Strengthen South Africa–Kenya Cooperation
South Africa’s Democratic strength lies in its transparency The Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI), published annually by Transparency International is the leading global indicator of public sector corruption, ranking 180 countries or territories by perceived levels of corruption (0=highly corrupt, 100=clean). The CPI focuses on corruption in the p... Why Transparency Equals Strength in SA’s Democracy
By Phindi Maduna Mathebula Brand South Africa, in partnership with the South African Embassy in the Kingdom of the Netherlands and South African Institute of Chartered Accountants (SAICA) hosted an engagement at The Heineken Experience, in Amsterdam. The aim was to highlight the importance of South Africans and entities in the diaspora in shaping p... Spotlight on Diaspora Excellence: Connecting South African Professionals and Businesses in The Netherlands
President Cyril Ramaphosa stood before a united Parliament at the Cape Town City Hall, delivering a State of the Nation Address (SONA) that resonated with a palpable sense of renewed optimism and a clear roadmap for South Africa’s future. The address, delivered on 12 February 2026, was a powerful articulation of a nation at a […] A path to transformation for South Africa unveiled in SONA 2026
On the sidelines of the 39th Ordinary Session of the Assembly of the African Union (AU Summit), Brand South Africa is set to convene a high-level Business Engagement and Panel Discussion in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia today (13 February 2026). This side event, unfolding amidst a backdrop of global geopolitical shifts, will focus on the theme […] ... Forging Africa’s economic future in Addis Ababa for AfCFTA success
As the world stands at a crucial moment in the global energy transition, the demand for minerals has soared. This has placed Africa, and South Africa in particular, at the very heart of future global industry, energy security and sustainable development. Mining Indaba 2026 presents an opportunity to position the country as a globally competitive, [... Mining Indaba 2026: South Africa’s role in the global energy transition
Confidence Returns: Stability, Reform and Opportunity in South Africa South Africa arrives at the World Economic Forum 2026 with a clear and confident message: the country is demonstrating meaningful progress, implementing much needed structural reforms, and unlocking new pathways for sustainable investment. This year, Brand South Africa is partner... South Africa Showcases Reforms and Progress at WEF 2026
As the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting gathers in Davos for its 56th instalment, the eyes of the global business and policy community will be on a familiar yet ever-evolving delegation: Team South Africa. Representing a nation that has navigated a tumultuous decade of economic adjustment, political t... Team South Africa Is Ready for WEF Davos 2026: A mission to Shape the Future
Team SA delegation to showcase reform progress, G20 legacy, and investment-ready economy at World Economic Forum 2026 Johannesburg, South Africa 16 January 2026 – When South Africa’s delegation touches down in Davos next week, it will arrive carrying significant momentum from recent milestones that strengthen the country’s global ... South Africa heads to Davos with renewed momentum and reform credentials
13 January 2026 – the day the Class of 2025 receives their Matric results. A moment filled with anticipation, excitement, relief and for some, maybe a touch of anxiety. You’ve committed yourself to years of education, reached a new milestone in your life, and this is the&nbs... A message to the Class of 2025 as Matric results arrive
On a clear morning in April 2021, a plume of smoke rose over the slopes of Table Mountain, signalling a tragedy that would leave a scar on the nation’s collective memory. The fire that consumed the University of Cape Town’s Jagger Library did not just burn books; it incinerated unique African archives, film collections, and […] Digital Heritage: Preserving South African Culture in the Metaverse
South Africa has concluded a productive and strategically significant participation at Resourcing Tomorrow 2025 in London, where Team South Africa engaged investors, global partners, media, and policymakers to advance the country’s Critical Minerals and Metals Strategy and reinforce its position as a reform-driven, investment-ready mining jurisdict... South Africa Ends a Successful Week at Resourcing Tomorrow 2025 in London
South Africa is closing 2025 on a strong and confident note after the Cabinet briefing that took place on 12 November. The briefing highlighted three developments that reflect a country steadily building stability, growth and global appeal. These updates are not only encouraging at a national level, but they also offer clear signals of progress [&h... South Africa Steps Forward: Three cabinet updates you’ll want to know
In the townships of KwaMashu or Soweto, the air often tells you where you are before the street signs do. It is a visceral, smoky signal, the scent of meat searing over an open wood fire. This is the Shisa Nyama (literally, burn the meat), and it is more than just a method of cooking; it is […] Food Tourism: From Street Markets to Virtual Culinary Tours
There’s a buzz and immense pride in the air. As world leaders descended on Johannesburg for the G20 Leaders’ Summit, we weren’t just hosting; we were showing up. South Africa is stepping into an era defined by confidence, ambition, and possibility. Fresh from the success of the B20 and G20 Summits, we proved our capacity […] Mzansi’s Moment: A G20 Partnership for Global Growth, African Prosperity
By Criselda Kananda There comes a time in world politics when the truth walks into the room with no diplomatic suit, no silk gloves and no fear. The G20 in South Africa is that moment. For the first time in history, a G20 Leaders’ Summit is taking place on African soil. A Black-led country. A […] THE EMPTY CHAIR OF AMERICA
Spotlight on Diaspora Excellence: Connecting South African Professionals and Businesses in The Netherlands
