Hold onto your backpacks, Gauteng! Brand South Africa’s “Play Your Part” initiative is back, teaming up with Anele and The Club from 947 for the ultimate “947 School Invasion” – running from the 8th to the 12th of September. For 5 lucky schools, the team will be bringing positive vibes, fantastic prizes and a powerful […] Brand South Africa Teams With 947 to Inspire a Generation of Game-Changers
Q: Why was the budget speech postponed Cabinet requested the postponement of the tabling of the 2025 National Budget to allow for further discussions. While the National Budget speech is delivered by the Minister of Finance, it is a collective document agreed on by Cabinet. The postponement allows for further engagement on the country’s finances. [... WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT THE POSTPONEMENT OF THE 2025 NATIONAL BUDGET SPEECH
Talent that is not well developed, channeled and groomed may prove to be futile in the long run. As we’ve seen with most sporting greats, the display of their athleticism and talent has always been attributed to the early development and coaching that they’ve been exposed to at a young age. That is how champions […] Nurturing Talent at the Tsitsikamma Constitutional Awareness Campaign
By Mduduzi Malinga Brand South Africa partnered with the Siyavuya Foundation and Eastern Cape Tourism, for the third rendition of the annual SUV Challenge from 3 to 7 March 2021, in the Eastern Cape. The SUV Challenge seeks to promote road safety, tourism and empower rural communities in the province. This year the challenge kicked […] ... Brand South Africa joined the 3rd annual SUV Challenge in the Eastern Cape
STATEMENT BY PRESIDENT CYRIL RAMAPHOSA ON FURTHER ECONOMIC AND SOCIAL MEASURES IN RESPONSE THE COVID-19 EPIDEMIC UNION BUILDINGS, TSHWANE 21 APRIL 2020 My Fellow South Africans, It is 25 days since South Africa began a nation-wide lockdown to contain the spread of the coronavirus. It has demanded of you great fortitude and endurance. It has [&helli... STATEMENT BY PRESIDENT CYRIL RAMAPHOSA ON FURTHER ECONOMIC AND SOCIAL MEASURES IN RESPONSE THE COVID-19 EPIDEMIC
Speaker of the National Assembly, Ms Thandi Modise, Chairperson of the NCOP, Mr Amos Masondo, Honourable Members, I have called this special joint sitting of the houses of Parliament because there is a dark and heavy shadow across our land. The women and children of this country are under siege. There is a very violent […] ADDRESS BY PRESIDENT CYRIL RAMAPHOSA AT THE JOINT SITTING OF PARLIAMENT ON THE CRISIS OF VIOLENCE IN SOUTH AFRICA
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
The Soweto Gospel Choir has been inundated with congratulatory messages, following their third Grammy win this weekend. The choir was recognised at the 2019 GRAMMY Awards in Los Angeles, taking home Best World Music album for their latest offering Freedom. In 2007, the group won their first Grammy in the category Best Traditional World Music [&hell... Soweto Gospel Choir bags 3rd Grammy Award
President Cyril Ramaphosa will travel to Addis Ababa, Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia, to lead a high-level South African delegation at the 32nd Ordinary Session of the Assembly of African Union Heads of State and Government, scheduled to take place from 10 to 11 February 2018. The AU Assembly is to be preceded by the […] President Cyril Ramaphosa will lead an SA delegation to the AU Summit in Addis Ababa, Ethopia
Brand South Africa’s mission is to encourage citizens to find opportunities that promote Nation Brand pride and patriotism. The importance of a patriotic society results in a strengthened Nation Brand image and competitiveness. This is why South African multi award-winning record producer DJ Black Coffee in partnership with stand-up comedian, actor... Brand South Africa calls on patriots to support an authentic South African story #Matwetwe
Brand South Africa successfully hosted its third Nation Brand Forum in October 2018, under the theme: Inspiring excellence in sports and creative industry. The forum saw a room bursting with industry experts in the fields of sports, arts, film, dance, music and fashion in attendance. All with the objective of engaging and collaborating towards find... Max-Hoba strengthening the Nation Brand image through music in Paris
“Too fast? Too bad. I was born to do this.” This is the message gold medallist Caster Semenya conveys in her latest ad. This year has been nothing short of amazing for the South African 800m runner, who has just wrapped up another phenomenal season. She reached an 800m personal best of 1:54.25 in […] [WATCH] Nike celebrates SA’s golden girl, Caster Semenya in cutting-edge ad
Brand South Africa collaborated with Proudly South African and South African Tourism to host an insightful Heritage, Tourism and Investment Media tour to KwaZulu-Natal in celebration of Heritage Month on the 05th – 06th September 2018. Heritage Month is celebrated annually during September as a build up to the significant public holiday – her... Brand South Africa, Proudly South African and South African Tourism host a Heritage, Tourism and Investment Media tour to KwaZulu-Natal
South Africa celebrates the centenary of the birth of Nelson Mandela throughout 2018; the commemoration begins this month with the announcement of a new design for the R5 coin that celebrates the life and work of Madiba. Finance Minister Malusi Gigaba authorised the new coin for national circulation on 19 January 2018. The coin features […] ... Mandela centenary coin unveiled
For the Going The Extra Mile project, 2017 was a year of milestones and great successes, with volunteers from around the country banding together to make a difference in their communities. Take a look back at a few of the organisation’s achievements last year. Mathiba Molefe For the Going The Extra Mile (GEM) project, 2017 […] GEM: A year to remember
The Children’s Monologues is a spoken-word performance piece of soliloquies and testimonies of South African children about their country, performed by some of the biggest names in international film and television. The show had its New York debut on 13 November 2017. CD Anderson The show, first performed at London’s Old Vic theatre in ... South Africa’s youth shine at Children’s Monologues charity benefit
Brand South Africa has partnered with DISCOP, a TV and film market, to host the continent’s largest market-DISCOP, which will bring together entertainment moguls from both Africa and the Middle East. Johannesburg, Wednesday 25 October 2017- Brand South Africa has partnered with DISCOP to host Africa’s largest TV content market-DISCOP in Johan... Press release: Brand South Africa, DISCOP to host Africa’s largest TV content market event
A new African character comes to Tidmouth Sheds, home to popular children’s television show Thomas and Friends, in 2018. Meet Nia the Kenyan engine, who will be helping to keep fan favourites Thomas, Skarloey and James the Red Engine on a more modern and inclusive track. CD Anderson Announcing a new direction for the Thomas […] Kenyan train joins Thomas and Friends TV show
Brand South Africa’s efforts in promoting the country as a great place to visit and invest is getting the global recognition it deserves. Brand South Africa reporter City Nation Place is a global forum for the strategic branding and marketing of cities and countries. The City Nation Place Awards, now in their third year, recognise […] ... Brand South Africa nominated for international award
Communications Minister Ayanda Dlodlo praised Brand South Africa as one of the best performing entities in the government during the organisation’s annual report presentation to the Portfolio Committee on Communications. CD Anderson Brand South Africa presented its 2016/17 annual report to members of the Portfolio Committee on Communications ... Minister Dlodlo: Brand South Africa doing a good job building nation’s reputation
Brand South Partners With Netflix to Celebrate and Showcase South Africa’s value proposition & its Vibrant Cultures Ahead of G20 Summit
