Johannesburg, 1 SEPTEMBER 2025 – Brand South Africa has partnered with the South African National Editors’ Forum (SANEF) and Media Monitoring Africa (MMA) to host the M20 Summit in Johannesburg, South Africa from the 1st – 2nd of September 2025. The Summit brings together journalists, policymakers, academics, and civil society with the aim of... GLOBAL LEADERS, MEDIA, POLICYMAKERS AND CIVIL SOCIETY CONVENE FOR THE M20 SUMMIT
Johannesburg, South Africa – Millvest Advisory, convenors of TIFA, are pleased to confirm that Brand South Africa has renewed its strategic partnership with the Tourism Investment Forum Africa (TIFA) for the third consecutive year. This continued alliance underscores a mutual commitment to positioning South Africa – and the broader continent ... Brand South Africa Renews Strategic Alliance with the Tourism Investment Forum Africa (TIFA)
Freedom Day commemorates the historic elections marking the official end of apartheid. It celebrates the principles enshrined in South Africa’s 1996 Constitution—human dignity, equality before the law, and the protection of fundamental rights. Long queues snaked through both townships and suburbs alike, as schoolteachers, miners and entrepreneurs s... FREEDOM DAY 2025: MILESTONES OF TRANSFORMATION
As the first African nation to preside over the G20, South Africa is stepping onto the world stage with confidence and purpose. Guided by the principles of Solidarity, Equality, and Sustainable Development, the country is driving transformative discussions that shape both continental and global progress. The resilience of the country’s econo... South Africa’s Global Influence: Leadership Beyond Borders
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
By Lethabo Mkhize At a time when the world is navigating economic recovery, rising inequality, and shifts in geopolitical dynamics, South Africa presents a hopeful and human-centred story—one that reflects resilience, talent, and an eagerness to engage globally. The 2024/25 State of the Nation Report, unveiled at Johannesburg’s historic Cons... South Africa’s Resilient Nation Brand in a Global Context
Brand South Africa proudly congratulates South African visionary businessman, Dr. Patrice Motsepe on his re-election as President of the Confédération Africaine de Football (CAF) at the 14th CAF Extraordinary General Assembly in Cairo. His unopposed victory reflects the confidence in his leadership and the significant progress African footba... Brand South Africa Congratulates Dr. Patrice Motsepe on His Re-Election as CAF President
Johannesburg, 12 March 2025 – Brand South Africa, the official marketing and reputation management agency of South Africa, is pleased to announce the 7th Annual Nation Brand Forum. Set for 19 March 2025, this flagship event will unite government leaders, industry pioneers, civil society representatives, and grassroots innovators to collabora... Brand South Africa Announces the Annual Nation Brand Forum 2025 – Forging Partnerships to Advance Global Competitiveness
Expropriation Without Compensation (EWC) SOUTH AFRICA’S EXPROPRIATION ACT The Expropriation Act of 2025 replaces the outdated 1975 Expropriation Act, bringing South Africa’s land reform policies in line with constitutional principles. The 1975 Act, drafted during apartheid, was designed to serve state interests with minimal legal prot... What is South Africa’s Expropriation Act of 2025
Johannesburg, 16 January 2025 – Brand South Africa is pleased to announce Team South Africa’s participation at the upcoming 2025 World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting in Davos, which will take place from 20 to 24 January 2025 under the theme “Collaboration in the Intelligent Age.” Every year Team South Africa joins the over […] ... Team South Africa to Champion a year of Growth, Solidarity and Global Leadership at WEF Davos
Cape Town, South Africa – August 5 – Brand South Africa is proud to announce its partnership with The International Astronomical Union (IAU) for the 2024 IAU General Assembly, set to take place in Cape Town from August 6 to15. This prestigious event marks the first time ever it’s hosted on the African continent in […] Brand South Africa Partners with The International Astronomical Union (IAU) for Historic General Assembly in Cape Town
Brand South Africa’s Play Your Part initiative, is once again, bringing the 947 School Invasion to five schools across Gauteng in an epic opportunity to ignite the spirit of ‘Ubuntu’ and inspire young South Africans to contribute to positive change in our country. This partnership with 947’s Anele and The Club truly delivers on […] ... Brand South Africa and 947 are once again invading schools that Play their Part and it’s even bigger and better!
This past Saturday, the South African National Editors’ Forum (SANEF) held a successful Council meeting in Cape Town, which was addressed by DKMS-Africa and Brand South Africa. The Council meeting sets the tone for the year for SANEF, on the programme of action and media-related issues the organisation needs to focus on this year. […]... SANEF holds successful, first council meeting for the year
[Johannesburg, South Africa, 13 January 2024]: Brand South Africa response to questions from the Sunday World. Brand South Africa will not be drawn into responding to false, malicious, and misleading allegations from unknown sources with intention to tarnish its reputation and its people. The organization reserves its right to respond to claims int... Brand South Africa Statement: Brand South Africa response to questions from the Sunday World.
Ms Nadine Thomas Brand South Africa complied with the Labour Court judgement and reinstated Ms Thomas to her position as the Chief Financial Officer. Subsequently, an agreement to mutually separate was reached between the two parties, amicably. The terms of which are confidential, as agreed by both parties. The Acting CEO, Ms Sithembile Ntom... Brand South Africa Statement: Brand South Africa response to questions from the Sunday World
Celebrating an everlasting legacy through the 21st Nelson Mandela Annual Lecture. How do we define an everlasting legacy? Secondly, who is responsible for the upholding of ideologies that have created a positive shift in the world that we live in? Well, if the 21st Nelson Mandela Annual Lecture is anything to go by, it […] Celebrating an everlasting legacy through the 21st Nelson Mandela Annual Lecture
Wits University and the African Rainbow Minerals spearhead a research collaboration between the Mining and Education sectors in South Africa. What we often view as philanthropic work serves as a runway for future generations, enabling them to lift off into unimaginable heights. It is the sowing of a good seed with the hopes and […] ... Wits ARM Partnership 2023 (PYP) CM
President Cyril Ramaphosa yesterday convened the bi-monthly meeting with members of Cabinet and senior business leaders for an update on progress to address key challenges across the South African economy, with a particular focus on energy, transport and logistics, crime and corruption. President Ramaphosa, key Cabinet ministers and o... PRESS STATEMENT: UPDATE ON GOVERNMENT AND BUSINESS COLLABORATION
Many people wonder unto themselves, what would the South African economic landscape look like without the brave people who go off the beaten path and venture out into the unknown quests of enterprise? The answer to that question lies in all the strides and initiatives that the government continues to make in order to support […] A celebration of entrepreneurial stars at the 2nd National Presidential SMMEs & Co-operatives Awards 2023
[Johannesburg – November 17, 2023]: Brand South Africa has noted misleading and misinformed statements made by Ms Ntsiki Mazwai on social media relating to her being withdrawn from a campaign that she claims was sanctioned by Brand South Africa. In her comments, she makes serious allegations against Brand South Africa including that she was d... Brand South Africa refutes misleading statements by Ms Ntsiki Mazwai
Brand South Partners With Netflix to Celebrate and Showcase South Africa’s value proposition & its Vibrant Cultures Ahead of G20 Summit
