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The adoption of the SADC Business Council’s Revised Constitution marks a critical milestone in strengthening institutional governance and positioning the Council to more effectively drive regional trade, investment, and private sector engagement. - Tumi Mbaakanyi: Chief Executive officer - Business Botswana - Desiderio Fernandes, President: The Federation of Clearing and Forwarding Associations of Sovereign Africa (FCFASA) - Joseph Gund: National Vice President of the Confederation of Zimbabwe Industries. #BUSA #SADCBC

The finalisation of the SADC Business Council Revised Constitution signals a new phase of strengthened governance and strategic direction. We look ahead to driving greater impact across regional trade, investment, and private sector engagement. Lynne Tapiwa Jongwe Regional Coordinator at the SADC Business Council and Michael Lawrence Executive Director of The National Clothing Retail Federation. #BUSA #SADCBC

The SADC Business Council Members Retreat 2026, which commenced yesterday, is focused on building a stronger, more coordinated voice for business across the region. The ongoing work, which focuses on strengthening governance structures and enhancing representation and decision-making, is ultimately aimed towards ensuring that businesses across SADC can: - Engage more effectively at a regional level - Influence policy and economic direction - Unlock opportunities through regional integration This is how regional collaboration translates into real economic opportunity. #SADC #RegionalTourism #SADCBC #BUSA #AfCFTA #NTB #ValueChains

The @CouncilSadc Members Retreat is underway in Johannesburg, bringing together business leaders, the @SADC_News, GIZ Botswana and SADC, and stakeholders from across SADC at a pivotal moment for regional collaboration. Chaired by BUSA CEO, Khulekani Mathe, Cert DirⓇ, the Retreat marks an important step in strengthening the institutional foundation of the SADC Business Council. Today’s focus is on advancing a revised Constitution, a critical framework that will shape how the Council operates, governs, and represents the private sector across the region. #SADC #BUSA

BUSA's contribution has been critical to the formulation of the Reconceptualised Human Resource Development Strategy and the Master Skills Plan (MSP), shaping the discussions and reinforcing the importance of a responsive and future-fit skills development system. Our objectives are to support fundamental redesign and a systemic shift from a compliance-driven, administratively bloated framework to a responsive, outcomes-linked, digitally enabled skills ecosystem that serves growth, employment and social transformation. “One country, one plan” is supported by Business marking the need for efficient collaboration between social partners while improving the responsiveness of the Post School Education and Training systems to demand. #HRDCSummit2026 #5thHRDCSummit #BUSA

We are participating in the 5th Human Resource Development Council #HRDCSummit2026 taking place from 16 – 17 April 2026 under the theme “Living and Working in a Changing World.” The Summit brought together leaders from government, business, labour, and civil society to strengthen collaboration and align on South Africa’s skills development priorities.

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