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Congratulations to our CEO, Khulekani Mathe, on receiving the POTY 2026 Award presented by African Leadership Magazine in Accra, Ghana. A proud moment and a well-deserved recognition of impactful leadership. #Leadership #BUSA #POTY2026

SONA set the policy direction for the year ahead. The focus now shifts to the National Budget and whether commitments are backed by funding, timelines and execution capacity. For business, confidence will depend on how decisively the Budget supports implementation, particularly in infrastructure delivery, energy, logistics and municipal performance. As organised business, BUSA remains focused on practical outcomes that translate policy intent into measurable economic impact. #SONA #Budget2026 #EconomicRecovery #BUSA

On Air Tonight | Metro FM Talk BUSA CEO, Khulekani Mathe, joins @METROFMSA Talk with @FaithMangope to unpack “South Africa by the Numbers” — a deep dive into the state of our economy, jobs, inequality, and growth prospects. As South Africa navigates a complex economic environment, sustainable growth and job creation remain central to improving outcomes for households and enterprises alike. Tune in to Metro FM Talk to catch the discussion. #BUSA #MetroFM #SouthAfricaByTheNumbers #EconomicGrowth #Jobs #PublicPolicy

Celebrating Leadership in Economic Policy & Private-Sector Advocacy! We are honoured to announce that our CEO, Khulekani Mathe, has been nominated for the African Leadership Award for Excellence in Economic Policy & Private Sector Advocacy at the POTY 2026 Awards, presented by African Leadership Magazine. This recognition reflects BUSA’s ongoing commitment to strengthening structured engagement between the private sector and government on South Africa’s most pressing economic challenges, from energy reform and infrastructure to regulatory efficiency and sustainable growth. Under Khulekani’s leadership, organised business continues to champion evidence-based dialogue and a constructive role for the private sector in nation-building. busa.org.za/press/busa-wel… #LeadershipRecognition #EconomicPolicy #PrivateSectorAdvocacy #BUSA #POTY2026

SONA 2026 sends a positive signal on reform and confidence, but delivery is what will determine credibility. BUSA welcomes the focus on infrastructure, energy, water security, crime, and logistics, while stressing that investors and communities will ultimately judge success by measurable implementation, not intent. As BUSA CEO Khulekani Mathe notes, the narrative is encouraging, but execution is the real test for growth, job creation, and improved municipal performance. busa.org.za/press/busa-bac… #SONA2026 #EconomicReform #ImplementationMatters #GrowthAndJobs #BusinessConfidence

SONA Expectations | Local Government Local government is where policy succeeds or fails. Business is looking for SONA to prioritise capacity building and service delivery at municipal level, with urgent interventions in struggling metros such as Johannesburg. Functional cities and municipalities are essential for investment, jobs, and inclusive growth. #SONA2026 #LocalGovernment #ServiceDelivery #CitiesThatWork

SONA Expectations | Rule of Law Economic recovery depends on credibility. Business expects visible action on crime and corruption, including decisive steps on the Zondo and Madlanga Commission findings, and urgent progress on enabling legislation such as the NPA-Amendment Bill. Rule of law is not a governance issue alone — it is an economic imperative. #SONA2026 #RuleOfLaw #AntiCorruption #InvestorConfidence

SONA Expectations | Economic Growth South Africa needs a growth reset. Business is looking for SONA to outline clear strategies to accelerate growth and create jobs, beyond a narrow focus on infrastructure or incremental structural reforms. Growth must be broad-based, investment-led, and unlock productivity across sectors — especially SMEs. Jobs will follow growth. The policy signals must too. #SONA2026 #EconomicPolicy #Jobs #GrowthAgenda

SONA Expectations | Logistics South Africa’s growth chokehold is logistics. Business is looking to SONA for urgent, concrete action to stabilise Transnet, not more pilots or process talk. This means scaling private sector participation, fast-tracking regulatory reform, establishing a transport regulator, and publishing a commercially viable network statement. A level playing field is not optional, it’s foundational to restoring confidence and competitiveness. #SONA2026 #LogisticsReform #Transnet #EconomicGrowth

LIVE on @eNCA BUSA Economic Policy Director Lunga Maloyi joins eNCA Today at 15h15 to unpack the #WEF Global Risks Report 2026 and what it means for SA’s economy, jobs, and growth. 📺 DStv 403 | #BUSA #GlobalRisksReport2026 #SouthAfrica

The other day on @Powerfm987, BUSA unpacked the major outcomes of the B20 Summit and what they mean for South Africa’s business community. This short podcast highlights key priorities for growth, trade, SMEs, and South Africa’s role in shaping the global G20 agenda. busa.org.za/.../g20-spotli… #G20 #B20Summit #BUSA #EconomicGrowth #SMEs #Trade #PowerFM #SouthAfricaEconomy

Zethu Diko, BUSA’s Manager for Energy and Environment, participated as one of the panelists at the launch of the JET-SEP Ecosystem Report, a significant engagement focused on strengthening South Africa’s skills ecosystem to support a Just Energy Transition. As a panelist, Diko contributed insights on the importance of coordinated systems change, institutional alignment, and the development of future-focused skills that will enable South Africa to transition in a way that is inclusive, sustainable, and economically empowering. The report sets out actionable ecosystem shifts intended to equip the country with the capabilities needed for a resilient and just energy future. #JETSEP #JustEnergyTransition #SkillsEcosystem #EnergyTransition #BUSA #ClimateLeadership #GreenEconomy

Khulekani Mathe delivering the opening remarks yesterday at the JET-SEP Ecosystem Report Launch, a landmark event unveiling actionable ecosystem shifts aimed at strengthening South Africa’s skills ecosystem in support of a Just Energy Transition. #JETSEP #JustEnergyTransition #SkillsEcosystem #EnergyTransition #SouthAfrica #GreenEconomy #SkillsForTheFuture

Sherpa Cas Coovadia closed the #B20Summit with an insightful message on driving B20 recommendations into real progress. “South Africa led. With clarity, courage, and conviction.” The work continues. #LedFromAfrica #SharedWithTheWorld

BUSA and KADIN Indonesia have signed an MOU establishing the Indonesia–South Africa Joint Business Council — strengthening bilateral business collaboration and unlocking new trade opportunities. #IndonesiaAfricaCEOForum2025 #BUSA #KADIN #EconomicPartnership

South African business/ @BusinessUnitySA officially handed over the #B20 to US organised busines in Sandton on Thursday, cordially and without any of the political drama that has played out in recent months between Washington and Pretoria... moneyweb.co.za/news/africa/wa… Via @Moneyweb

The final moment as #B20SouthAfrica hands over the B20 Presidency to the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, represented by Suzanne Clark, and presents the B20 Final Communique to H.E. President Cyril Ramaphosa. #LedFromAfrica #SharedWithTheWorld

BUSA celebrates a powerful conclusion to the @b20 South Africa Presidency, a year that firmly placed Africa’s voice and leadership at the centre of global cooperation. As the Presidency is handed over to the @USChamber, we affirm the importance of continuity, collaboration and shared prosperity in driving the B20 agenda forward. Congratulations to all partners and teams for delivering a truly impactful Summit, proudly Led from Africa, Shared with the World. #B20Summit #B20SouthAfrica #LedFromAfrica #SharedWithTheWorld

BUSA is proud to stand alongside global partners driving continuity, collaboration, and shared prosperity. The Sherpas’ panel reinforced a powerful truth: our challenges are increasingly interconnected and so are our solutions. As B20 moves from Brazil to South Africa and onward to the USA, the commitment to accelerating global growth remains unwavering. #B20Summit #B20SouthAfrica #LedFromAfrica #SharedWithTheWorld

Day 2 began with B20 Chair Mxolisi Mgojo affirming Africa’s readiness for business and its strategic place in the global economy.​ "Africa’s rebirth is a gift from Africa to the world, and a responsibility from the world to Africa." ​ #B20Summit #LedFromAfrica