From the 23-29 September 2025, the world will converge in New York for the 80th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) meetings. South Africa arrives not merely as a participant, but as an architect of global discourse. In its G20 Presidency year, South Africa is well positioned to solidify its international standing, champion inclusive growth and ... South Africa at the Forefront: Charting a Course for Global Progress at UNGA 2025
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
The 30% tariff the United States has applied to South African imports is a real headwind for exporters. It should not be the whole story. Rooibos is a uniquely South African-origin product with deep roots in rural Western Cape communities, a diversified customer base, and a strong sustainability narrative that travels well. The job now […] ... Rooibos is bigger than tariffs; it is a strategic South African asset
In a bold move that underscores both confidence and commitment to South Africa’s clean energy transition, Pele Energy Group (PEG), earlier this year, secured a R575 million investment backed by Nedbank and Norfund, the Norwegian Climate Investment Fund. More than just capital, this is a powerful endorsement of PEG’s vision to lead the country—and c... Powering Progress: Pele Energy Group’s Commitment to Scaling Renewable Impact in South Africa
South Africa’s journey towards land reform is rooted in over a century of profound land dispossession, racial segregation, and systemic inequality Unraveling the legacy of Land Dispossession in South Africa:
The 2025 Mining Indaba took place on 3–6 February in Cape Town, marking one of the most transformative editions in history. Industry leaders, investors, policymakers, and, for the first time, local communities and traditional leaders converged to shape the future of sustainable mining in Africa. As the world’s largest African mining investme... The 2025 Mining Indaba: A New Era for South African Mining
South Africa is emerging as a leader in climate action and sustainable economic development, leveraging its green economy to tackle environmental challenges while driving inclusive growth. As the country prepares to host the G20 Summit in November 2025, President Cyril Ramaphosa has outlined a vision that integrates environmental stewardship, econo... Investing in the Green Economy: South Africa’s Blueprint for Climate Leadership and Sustainable Development
The Gauteng Growth and Development Agency (GGDA) is committed to creating and implementing an inclusive and transformed Gauteng economy. Our commitment to the Gauteng province is to continue our efforts to rebuild, revitalise and reignite all sectors of the economy. Gauteng continues to be the economic epicentre of South Africa and a strategic conn... GAUTENG GROWING AS AN INVESTMENT DESTINATION OF CHOICE
By Roxanne Francis South Africa remains a preferred destination for investors, tourists and students. What attracted green hearts and hands to our country this time around, was our on-going commitment to saving the world, prioritising the effects of climate change and accelerating sustainability. Set against the backdrop of Table Mou... The Earthshot Prize enriches African soil
Mandela Day 2018 launch – a centenary celebration Yesterday 23rd April 2018, The Nelson Mandela Foundation launched Mandela Day at the Constitution Hill in honour of the legacy of Madiba and placing emphasis on the culture of volunteerism. The Foundation invited all to play a part in building a society inspired by the values of […] Mandela Day 2018 launch – a centenary celebration
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Mr Modipane was born in the Hoedspruit District of the then Eastern Transvaal. He was part of the democratic struggle during the late 1970’s until the dawn of democracy. He was the first Head of Mpumalanga Provincial Treasury (Member of the Executive Council for Finance). He left active Politics in 2002 to venture into the […] Mr Jacques Bushang Modipane
Ms Kalidass is a Chartered Accountant with extensive experience in internal and external auditing, financial management, business process review, corporate governance and risk management. She is currently the Managing Director of R Kalidass and Associates, a practice of Chartered Accountants and Registered Auditors which she founded in 2005. She ... Ms Rachel Kalidass
Mr Madella was born in Cradock and grew up in Elsiesriver. He matriculated from Uitsig High in 1982 and studied Social Work at the University of the Western Cape. His activism in community issues and liberation politics started during his school going days and continued up to today. Mr Madella’s socio-political consciousness and desire to […... Mr Andrew Madella
Ms Nkoala is an academic with interest in rhetoric studies, journalism, and multilinguals. Her research is driven by a recognition that because communication is “a symbolic process whereby reality is produced”, it is also the means by which reality is transformed. Her work on media literacy, multilingual education, and rhetoric studies has been pre... Ms Sisanda Bukeka Nkoala
Stavros Nicolaou is the Aspen Pharmacare Group’s Senior Executive responsible for Strategic Trade Development. Previously he was CEO of Aspen’s Export Business. Aspen is Africa’s largest pharmaceutical manufacturer and a now world leader in Anaesthetics and injectable anti-coagulants. Aspen is one of South Africa’s most globalised multinational com... Dr Stavros Nicolaou
Mr George Sebulela is a highly experienced leader, entrepreneur and distinct professional with many years’ experience in strategy execution and investment banking in South Africa and internationally at a senior level. He is Board Director with extensive corporate and business experience, who has achieved significant executive leadership accomplishm... Mr George Sebulela
Ms Muditambi (commonly called Ntambi) Ravele, is a ground-breaking woman in the field of Women and Sport in South Africa (WASSA) where she initiated the formation of Women and Sports South Africa in 1996. In 2008 she founded and is the Chairperson of the South African Women and Sport Foundation (SAWASF) and is a founder […] Ms Muditambi Ravele
Brand South Partners With Netflix to Celebrate and Showcase South Africa’s value proposition & its Vibrant Cultures Ahead of G20 Summit
