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Programme Update: SADC Business Council Tourism Alliance

The SADC Business Council Tourism Alliance was established as the representative body for the apex tourism private sector in the SADC region. It supports SADC’s goals of regional integration and sustainable tourism development, aligning with several key initiatives within the SADC Tourism Programme 2020-2030 to boost the value, quality and sustainable growth of travel and

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Words from our CEO: Delivering on the NBF Mission

As we reflect on the past year, we find ourselves in an operating environment that continues to test our resilience and adaptability. The ongoing global economic uncertainties, coupled with local And regional challenges, have presented both obstacles and opportunities for our work in fostering Africa’s development. Our mission to champion and coordinate development programmes through

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Words from our Vice-Chairperson: Reinforcing Regional Integration for Africa’s Resilience and Growth

The vision of African regional integration, born out of the pan-African movement, remains as relevant today as it was when 32 Heads of independent African States met in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia in 1963. Their historic gathering led to the signing of the Charter that created Africa’s first post-independence continental institution, The Organisation of African Unity

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Words from our Chairperson: Catalysing Partnerships for Sustainable Development

As the NEPAD Business Foundation (NBF) celebrates its 22nd anniversary since its establishment in 2002, we reflect on our continued growth and resilience as a trusted implementing agent in the development space. Through strategic public-private partnerships, we have further solidified our position as a key player in driving socio-economic transformation across the African continent, even

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Industrialisation and Trade Take Centre Stage at Impactful Southern African Industrialisation Forum

The SADC Business Council (SADC BC), hosted by the NEPAD Business Foundation, charted an ambitious path towards industrialisation, trade integration and economic prosperity when hosting the high-impact Southern African Industrialisation Forum on February 26-27 in Johannesburg, South Africa. The Angolan-focused forum united key government leaders, industry experts, development partners, and business representatives in strategic dialogue

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SADC Business Council to Host Major Investment Forum Focused on Angola and Regional Growth

The SADC Business Council, hosted by the NEPAD Business Foundation, will host the Southern African Industrialisation Forum from 26-27 February 2024 at Sandton Hotel, in Johannesburg, South Africa. The prestigious two-day event will convene top government and business leaders to shape industrial priorities and investment opportunities focused largely on Angola with the theme focus, Human

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Strategic Water Partners Network Making Strides in Addressing Water Security in SA

The Strategic Water Partners Network (SWPN), a multi-stakeholder partnership hosted by the NEPAD Business Foundation, continues to make significant progress in efforts to improve water security in South Africa through innovative and cost-effective solutions. Established in response to a request by the late Minister Edna Molewa in 2011, the SWPN is co-chaired by the Department

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SADC Business Council Drives Regional Integration and Economic Growth

The SADC Business Council (SADC BC), hosted by the NEPAD Business Foundation, is a regional apex body of national business associations in the 16 SADC Member States. SADC BC continues to play a pivotal role in involving the private sector in SADC decision-making processes and driving the implementation of SADC plans and priority programmes. As

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