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
South Africa is the most diversified economy on the continent, making it a preferred destination for multinational investors in Africa, with more than 180 Fortune Global 500 companies having a footprint in the country. Investment
South Africa has been famously referred to as the Rainbow Nation due to its multicultural diversity. The fascinating variety of different people, landscapes, culinary and languages offer a melting pot of intrigue and excitement. Culture
A leading leisure and business tourism destination, South Africa is known for its beautiful scenery, value-for-money experiences ranging from beaches to wildlife and safaris, and favourable year-round weather. Tourism
7 FEBRUARY 2019 PARLIAMENT Speaker of the National Assembly, Ms Baleka Mbete, Chairperson of the National Council of Provinces, Ms Thandi Modise, Deputy Speaker of the National Assembly and Deputy Chairperson of the NCOP, Chief Justice Mogoeng Mogoeng and esteemed members of the judiciary, Former President, Mr Thabo Mbeki, Form... State of the Nation address by President Cyril Ramaphosa
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
An active nation is a healthy nation! Findings from the Discovery Health’s latest Fittest City Index have indicated the fitness habits of South Africans according to their geo-location. Clients’ physical activities were tracked through the Discovery Vitality app that recorded data of over half a million members in Cape Town, Durban, Port Elizabeth,... Cape Town comes out tops as the fittest city
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’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 Africa’s CEO, Dr Kingsley Makhubela and his executive team briefed Parliament’s Portfolio Committee on Communications yesterday about the performance of the organisation in 2016/17. Dr Makhubela and his team were once again applauded by the Committee for achieving the organisation’s second consecutive clean audit since its establishment... Press Release: Brand South Africa achieves its second consecutive clean audit
To celebrate Archbishop Emeritus Desmond Tutu’s 86th birthday, a new public space installation was unveiled in Cape Town on 7 October 2017. The Arch for the Arch represents Tutu’s life and legacy as South Africa’s moral compass for more than 50 years. CD Anderson The Arch for the Arch is situated next to St George’s [&hellip... The Arch for The Arch: the story behind a tribute to Archbishop Tutu
South Africa’s film and television makers are urged to submit their entries to the South African Film and Television Awards (SAFTAs) before the closing date on 16 October 2017. You could be the next to join the list of winners, so enter now and show us what you have got. Brand South Africa reporter The […] South African Film and Television Awards: last call for entries
South African chef Nompumelelo Mqwebu is taking local cuisine to the world with the release of her new cookbook, Through the Eyes of an African Chef, to be published in October 2017. CD Anderson Mqwebu runs the Africa Meets Europe/Mzansi International Culinary Festival chef school, skills training company, hospitality service provider. Before this,... Cookbook celebrates South Africa’s culinary heritage
Trevor Noah continues his world domination since taking over as host of American comedy news show The Daily Show. In addition to his sell-out comedy tours in the US and South Africa and his bestselling memoir, Born A Crime, Noah has won his first Emmy award. CD Anderson Noah won the award for Best Short […] Trevor Noah wins Emmy award for The Daily Show
The SABC’s role in promoting social cohesion and non-racialism was explored at a seminar in Johannesburg. Priya Pitamber The South African Broadcasting Corporation (SABC) was there to serve its people, said the acting chief operating officer, Bessie Tugwana. This was one of the messages that came out of a seminar on the SABC’s Role in [... Is the SABC promoting social cohesion?
A Brand South Africa presentation at a recent gathering of marketing academics highlighted the importance of the relationship between nation branding and future of marketing education at tertiary institutions. CD Anderson An academic collaboration programme hosted by Unisa’s Department of Marketing and Retail Management was held on 15 and 16 ... Brand South Africa collaborates with academia on the future of marketing education
South Africa has a number of airlines flying between its major cities, and some of its smaller ones, with fares ranging from first-class to cut-price economy. Flights can be booked online from anywhere in the world. Domestic flights in South Africa
Brand South Partners With Netflix to Celebrate and Showcase South Africa’s value proposition & its Vibrant Cultures Ahead of G20 Summit
