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
The countdown has begun for the Festival of Motoring (FoM) 2025, set to electrify Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit from 29-31 August. In partnership with Messe Frankfurt SA, this year’s event promises to be monumental for South Africa’s automotive journey, with Brand South Africa taking a front seat in driving the nation’s narrative forward. ... South Africa’s Automotive Industry Gears Up for Festival of Motoring 2025
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
TO ALL MEDIA/NEWS EDITORS 14 April 2025 STATEMENT BY PRESIDENT CYRIL RAMAPHOSA ON THE APPOINTMENT OF HIS SPECIAL ENVOY TO THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA I hereby announce the appointment of Mr Mcebisi Jonas as my Special Envoy to the United States of America, serving as the official representative of the President and […] Statement by President Cyril Ramaphosa on the Appointment of his Special Envoy to the United States of America
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
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
By Gershwin Wanneburg “Preach!” a man shouted in a thick southern American drawl. The setting was the seventh floor of the Wesgro offices on Cape Town’s foreshore, and by the time US Ambassador Reuben Brigety rose to deliver an impromptu message, the room was primed for the word he was about to deliver. […] US Ambassador and Consul General praise South Africans’ can-do attitude
On Monday, 14 October 2024, Saudi Arabia and South Africa hosted a Business Forum in Johannesburg. The meeting aimed to identify opportunities for continued Saudi/South Africa trade, investment, and expertise exchange. The bilateral relationship between Saudi Arabia and South Africa is friendly and has strengthened since its formal establishment 30... South Africa and Saudi Arabia commit to enhanced collaboration
Brand South Africa recently launched the Global South Africans Network, a programme to harness the collective power of South Africans from around the world by becoming brand ambassadors for our beautiful country. Johannesburg, South Africa (30 March 2023) – Brand South Africa recently partnered with the “South African High Commission” in Ghana and ... How The Global South Africans Network is Creating Meaningful Conversations!
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
As South Africa chairs the Brazil-Russia-India-China-South Africa grouping, and prepares to host the next annual summit scheduled for August this year, The bloc recently eclipsed the G7 group of developed countries in share of real global GDP[i]. Valued in terms of purchasing power parity (PPP), the BRICS group now accounts for around... South Africa chairs most powerful global grouping
The Grand Pavois International Boat Show took place in La Rochelle, France, from 27 September to 2 October 2022. South Africa participated as the incoming Guest Country of Honour for the year 2023. The annual boat show attracts boatbuilders and other stakeholders from all over the world, including South African boatbuilders and manufacturers. ... South Africa showcases its boat-building excellence to 73 000 international investors in France
President Cyril Ramaphosa proudly congratulates Professor Tshilidzi Marwala on his new appointment as the Rector of the United Nations University. In an announcement made by the United Nations yesterday, Prof Marwala’s appointment is with effect from March 2023 in Tokyo. Prof Marwala is currently the Vice-Chancellor of t... PRESIDENT RAMAPHOSA CONGRATULATES PROF MARWALA ON HIS UNITED NATIONS APPOINTMENT
By Shamiso Hlatshwayo Brand South Africa’s mandate requires the organisation to clearly understand the reputation, competitiveness, and perceptions of South Africa in key international markets. As part of its approach towards achieving this mandate, Brand South Africa has since drawn insights from its Global Reputation Study Research, through ongoi... A deeper look into the Bloom Consulting’s Global Reputation Study for South Africa
The Minister of Human Settlements, Mmamoloko Kubayi, will lead Team South Africa at the 11th session of the World Urban Forum (WUF11). The WUF 11 will be hosted by the Government of Poland at the International Congress Centre in Katowice, from 26 to 30 June 2022, under the theme “Transforming Our Cities for a […] MINISTER KUBAYI LEADS TEAM SA TO THE WORLD URBAN FORUM, 26 – 30 JUNE 2022 IN POLAND
President Cyril Ramaphosa will lead South Africa’s participation in the virtual 14th BRICS Leaders’ Summit hosted by the People’s Republic of China from 23 to 24 June 2022. The Summit will be chaired by President Xi Jinping of the People’s Republic of China, as Chair of BRICS for 2022, under the theme “Foster High-quality […] ... PRESIDENT RAMAPHOSA TO PARTICIPATE IN THE VIRTUAL 14TH BRICS SUMMIT
On17th February 2022, the first day of the two-day 6th European Union-African Union (AU-EU) Summit in Brussels, Belgium, Brand South Africa hosted a special debate on the sidelines of the gathering, which was attended by 60 leaders from Africa and Europe. The debate titled “The South Africa perspective: Can the EU & Africa reboot [&helli... The South Africa perspective: Can the EU & Africa reboot their relationship?
JOHANNESBURG, South Africa, 16 February 2022 -/African Media Agency(AMA)/- The debate titled “The South Africa perspective: Can the EU & Africa reboot their relationship” will be hosted in partnership with Euronews, Europe’s leading international news media, and its sister channel Africanews. The live debate will take place on the first day of ... Brand South Africa to host a special debate on the sidelines of the EU-AU Summit
Opinion by Sithembile Ntombela The EU-AU summit on 17-18 February is expected to shift the donor-recipient relationship between Europe and Africa to a partnership of equals. Heads of state and government from Europe and Africa will gather in Brussels, Belgium, over two days, from 17-18 February 2022, to rekindle the relationship between the two con... Can EU-AU Summit create a partnership of equals?
On Thursday, 25 March 2021, the University of Johannesburg (UJ) in partnership with Brand South Africa and the Public Relations Institute of Southern Africa (PRISA) launched a student storytelling interdisciplinary project. The project provides students with an opportunity to tell their stories of hope and resilience – inspiring those around them t... Storytelling and Literacy Promotion in partnership with the University of Johannesburg and the Public Relations Institute of Southern Africa
Brand South Partners With Netflix to Celebrate and Showcase South Africa’s value proposition & its Vibrant Cultures Ahead of G20 Summit
