REGIONAL INSIGHTS

Innovative partnerships are changing the economic landscape in Mpumalanga

The transition away from coal and other fossil fuels presents a huge challenge, but in Mpumalanga a series of innovative and bold partnerships is tackling the task head on. South Africa’s biggest wind farm project has also begun in the province previously known for coal and power stations.

Agriculture, Forestry, Fishing

African Agri Investment Indaba 2023

The 6th Annual African Agri Investment Indaba (AAII), to be held on 20 - 22 November 2023 at the Cape Town International Convention Centre in Cape Town, is the global meeting place for food and agriculture investment in Africa.

Sustainability in all things: Eastern Cape entities are innovating to thrive

From geyser socks to water saving and land revitalization, Eastern Cape entities are innovating to thrive.

Mining

Leisure, Travel & Tourism

Renewable Energy

Manufacturing

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Building opportunities for corporate South Africa

The newly established Economic Development Unit of the South African Chamber of Commerce and Industry has launched an e-mobility pilot project and aims to offer SACCI members access to power solutions.

The Inaugural South African Future Trust Summit launches to acclaim from entrepreneurs

he inaugural South African Future Trust Summit, a transformative two-day event crafted to support and enable entrepreneurs, has been launched to acclaim from delegates.

South Africa is deepening trade ties with BRICS member states

SACCI President Advocate Mtho Xulu, chairperson of the BRICS Working Group on Trade and Investment, reflects on the importance to South African business of the international grouping and its deliberations.

Alternative energy fund launched

A R400-million Energy Fund designed to cater to small to medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) who need to find ways of keeping their businesses supplied with power has been created by Business Partners Limited.

Destination: Northern Cape – an extraordinary South African holiday experience

Six “must do” reasons to choose the Northern Cape as your family holiday destination.

Gauteng’s Special Economic Zones are multiplying

Gauteng is investing in Special Economic Zones as a way of supporting specific sectors and boosting regional economies. Five corridors for concentrated economic growth have been identified.

Transportation & Logistics

Oil & Gas

Sasol One, Sasolburg. Credit: Sasol

Trends shaping the Free State economy in 2023

More high-quality gas has been found at Virginia. Exploration is underway for a new gold mine and a new strategy has been adopted to attract a new domestic market for tourism.

Special Economic Zones in South Africa propelled forward by partnerships

Collaboration between national government (through the Department of Trade, Industry and Competition, the dtic, which oversees the programme), provincial departments and municipalities, economic development agencies and private companies in key sectors is a vital component in making Special Economic Zones work.

EVENTS

The 14th Annual Shop Steward Conference is taking place 21-23 February 2024 at Indaba Hotel, Fourways, Johannesburg, focusing on reaching collaboration through strong leadership between the employer, union and the workforce.

Construction & Engineering

Government

Financial & Insurance