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Brand South Africa at WEF Davos 2026

Advancing reform, investment and global partnerships:
Davos, Switzerland | 19–23 January 2026

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TEAM SA WEF DAVOS PROGRAM OVERVIEW

A snapshot of Team South Africa’s strategic engagements and key discussions throughout the week.

Time slot: 17:00 – 19:00 - Monday 19 Jan
Description: A welcome reception to set the tone: funding partners, media & Ministers.

Time slot: 07:00-09:00 - Tuesday 20 Jan
Description: Pan-African Regional Integration: Unlocking Investment and Trade Through the AfCFTA.

Time slot: 10:00 – 11:30 - Tuesday 20 Jan
Description: Discussion on how Africa’s mineral wealth can power global clean energy, technology and new value chains.

Time slot: 17:00 – 22:00 - Tuesday 20 Jan
Description: Networking reception targeting international audiences.

Time slot: 07:00 – 09:00 - Wednesday 21 Jan
Description: Showcasing South Africa’s strong Tourism sector & capability to host world-class global events that drive investment, business tourism & long-term economic impact.

Time slot: 10:00 – 11:30 - Wednesday 21 Jan
Description: Exploring shared opportunities in digital technology & AI to drive innovation, growth and secure future-ready economies between SA & Europe.

Time slot: 14:30 – 16:00 - Wednesday 21 Jan
Description: Maritime sector, ports, rail and oil & gas infrastructure contribution to regional trade and industrialisation.

Time slot: 18:30 – 21:30 - Wednesday 21 Jan
Description: Intimate networking reception showcasing SA’s Golf & Wine Sector.

Time slot: 07:00 – 09:00 - Thursday 22 Jan
Description: Showcasing reforms that are restoring capability and investment confidence in energy, logistics and infrastructure.

Time slot: 10:00 – 11:30- Thursday 22 Jan
Description: Increasing demands for growth and business innovation are propelling the development of 24 hr economies.

Time slot: 14:30 – 16:00- Thursday 22 Jan
Description: Assessing SWFs & and DFIs can move toward structured syndication models capable of mobilising long-term, patient capital at scale for infrastructure and energy transition projects.

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South African Delegation to WEF Davos 2026

ENOCH GODONGWANA
Minister of Finance (lead of the delegation)

RONALD LAMOLA
Minister of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO)

KGOSIENTSHO RAMOKGOPA
Minister of Electricity

PARKS TAU
Minister of Trade, Industry and Competition

STELLA TEMBISA NDABENI
Minister of Small Business Development

PATRICIA DE LILLE
Minister of Tourism

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RESOURCES

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