A diverse gathering of South African business professionals, diplomats, government officials, and community leaders attended the 29th Freedom Day celebration held at the South African Embassy in Washington DC on April 27, 2023.
To strengthen regional trade ties and foster economic growth, SACCUSA has embarked on a collaborative partnership with the Zimbabwe Embassy and Ambassador HE Tadeous T. Chifamba. This cooperative endeavour aims to promote trade between Southern African countries, including Zimbabwe, and the United States.
Zimbabwe’s vast reserves of rare earth minerals and lithium, which are crucial components in the production of electric vehicle batteries, was one of the many important discussion points on the agenda during a recent high-level Zimbabwean trade delegation visit to Atlanta.
The President of the SA Chamber USA (SACCUSA) had the privilege of meeting the Zimbabwean Ambassador during a recent Zimbabwe trade delegation visit to the Southeastern USA. The meeting provided an opportunity to strengthen relations between the South African and Zimbabwean business diasporas.
The annual gala dinner held at Mansion House, the official residence of the Lord Mayor of London, was an extraordinary evening and the SA Chamber UK was honoured to represent the organisation at such a prestigious event.
In June, the South African Business Council (SABCO) achieved a significant milestone in its mission to promote impactful collaboration between government bodies and businesses of all sizes. The expansion of the Business to Business (B2B) networking event brought together a diverse range of stakeholders, providing a fertile ground for meaningful dialogue and mutual growth.
The South African Chamber was delighted to participate in the prestigious Singapore & Asia Food Fair held in Johannesburg. Chamber President Nigel Ritson and Executive Director Keridyn Heatlie had the honour of attending the opening ceremony, organised by esteemed members Ezekiel Ang and Faustina Lee from Biz Africa Events.
A recent international culinary event, bringing together food, wine and the vibrant cultures of South Africa and Switzerland was an unforgettable event.
The South African Chamber of Commerce in South Korea recently had the pleasure of hosting a parliamentary delegation from South Africa on a mission to explore and study the Free Economic Zones (FEZs) and Special Economic Zones (SEZs) in Korea
In an effort to foster economic growth and promote international trade, the South African Chamber of Commerce in the USA (SACCUSA) has joined forces with other South African Chambers around the world to establish a robust network of South African businesses and professionals. This collaborative initiative aims to create a supportive ecosystem that facilitates connections, knowledge sharing, and business opportunities for South Africans operating in diverse international markets.
The South African Chamber of Commerce United States of America (SACCUSA) President, Mr Neil Diamond, addressed the Annual National Black Business Conference in the USA, underscoring the profound significance of the African American Diaspora’s support in upholding South Africa’s participation in AGOA (African Growth and Opportunity Act).
A Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between CyberAllicance and SACCUSA, proved to be a pivotal moment in the realm of cybersecurity and international trade. This collaborative initiative is set to bolster cybersecurity infrastructure and pave the way for secure and prosperous bilateral trade between the United States and South Africa.
The 123rd National Black Business Conference was recently held in Washington with representatives from South Africa, Zimbabwe, Kenya, Nigeria, and Ghana, amongst others, discussing bi-national trade and investment by strengthening the bridge between black business in the USA and Africa.