Swiss Business Hub Southern Africa

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Alexandre Fasel, the state secretary of the FDFA, met yesterday in Bern with South Africa's deputy minister of foreign affairs responsible for cooperation and international relations, Alvin Botes, for high-level political consultations The two countries highlighted their excellent bilateral relations, especially in the field of research and innovation as well as the one of economy and cooperation. South Africa remains by far Switzerland's biggest trading partner on the African continent and a key strategic partner. Approximately 100 Swiss companies operate in the country and create jobs. https://lnkd.in/di7YXHGc

Last week, it was a true pleasure to organize an event for Flyability in Gaborone, #Botswana! At the fantastic Botswana Digital & Innovation Hub, Inga Khchoyan and Jan-Albert Viljoen GammaTec NDT Supplies SOC Ltd showcased the groundbreaking Flyability #Elios3 #drone, a Swiss innovation that is redefining inspections in confined and hazardous environments—from underground mines to industrial silos. The event not only highlighted the cutting-edge advancements of #SwissTechnology but also the value of collaboration, bringing together industry leaders to explore safer and more efficient solutions for mining operations. We are proud to have supported this successful event and extend our gratitude to all partners and attendees who contributed to its success. #Innovation #Collaboration #MiningSolutions #Drones #Botswana Inga Khchoyan Jan-Albert Viljoen Stéphanie Labité Simone Malz Coetzer Bastien Bovy Embassy of Switzerland in South Africa Dziki Nganunu Switzerland Global Enterprise

Collaborative Strategies for Effective WEEE Plastics Management in South Africa Did you know that Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) plastics has a disproportionate environmental and health impact, due to its complex composition and hazardous additives? On 15 November, the Sustainable Recycling Industries (SRI) Initiative, in partnership with the University of Johannesburg, hosted a ground-breaking workshop focusing on improving the management of WEEE plastics in South Africa. This event brought together a diverse range of stakeholders to tackle the unique challenges posed by this niche waste stream. Participants included producer responsibility organisations, recyclers, government representatives, and academic researchers. This gathering was more than a discussion—it was a catalyst for action. The workshop set out to achieve concrete outcomes, including the development of a comprehensive report on the WEEE plastics landscape in South Africa. The discussions also identified potential collaborative research projects tailored to South Africa’s unique context, ensuring that solutions are practical and locally relevant. The SRI project is implemented by international partners World Resources Forum and the Institute for Materials Science & Technology (Empa), supported by a local South African SRI team. The funding for the project is provided by SECO Economic Cooperation and Development .   #ewasterecycling #ewaste #Recycling #Sustainability #CircularEconomy

Day 1 of Switzerland Global Enterprise's business delegation to Abidjan, Côte d’Ivoire 🌍 with a focus on presenting Swiss #engineering and #technologies to International Finance Institutions and key stakeholders in this dynamic region: - Water and sanitation: Swiss Water Partnership SGI Ingénierie SA Georg Fischer Katadyn Group HuProTec GmbH Geberit - Energy and hydropower: AFRY Gruner Stucky Ltd ANDRITZ Hydro Hycon GmbH - Land administration, roads, hospitals: Leica Geosystems part of Hexagon Mitrelli Blue Climate AG Helvetas The Swiss Business Hub Southern Africa presented a report on 🏗️ opportunities in Ivory Coast: https://lnkd.in/e3i7Npgx Thank you Stéphanie Labité Mehmet Yildirimli and Swiss-African Business Circle for your support in making this business delegation possible!

Day 1 of the Switzerland Global Enterprise business delegation to Abidjan Côte d'Ivoire with Christian Michel Stéphanie Labité! Swiss #engineering and #technology solutions are presented to International Finance Institutions and key stakeholders, highlighting essential sectors and pathways for market entry. Timed with this visit, we are excited to present our latest report on #infrastructure in Côte d'Ivoire, offering insights into the opportunities that lie ahead for Swiss businesses. https://lnkd.in/dtFhPnQX

Lookback 2024: During this year, we had the privilege of engaging in insightful discussions with H.E. Fouzia Abass, Ambassador of #Kenya to Switzerland, and H.E. Sello Moloto, Ambassador of #SouthAfrica to Switzerland. We extend our sincere thanks to both Ambassadors for the fruitful discussions and warm welcome at your embassies. We look forward to continued engagement that fosters mutual sustainable growth in the year ahead. Stéphanie Labité Simone Malz Coetzer Embassy of Switzerland in South Africa Mirko Manzoni Marino Cuenat Dr. Steve Tharakan Mahvish Malik Luca Degiovannini Mehmet Yildirimli Bastien Bovy

Just released: Our report Power sector in South Africa - opportunities for Swiss companies provides a comprehensive analysis of the South African power and energy sector, highlighting the sector's size, growth potential, and key infrastructure projects. Download the full report using the link below.

We look forward to welcoming you to today's Webinar 🌍 𝗗𝗼𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗕𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗗𝗥𝗖: 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗜𝗻𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗢𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 🌍 You can still register to join us! 📅 Date: 𝗡𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟲, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰 ⏰ Time: 11:00 - 12:00 CET 🌐 Location: Online 🔗 Don’t miss this chance to explore expansion opportunities in DRC. Register now and get ready to broaden your business horizons! https://lnkd.in/dTPG3TTg Looking forward to seeing you there! #DoingBusiness #DRC #InvestmentOpportunities #Partnership #Webinar

🌍 𝗗𝗼𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗕𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗗𝗥𝗖: 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗜𝗻𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗢𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀 🌍 The Congo DRC-Swiss Business Day 2024 has highlighted the promising potential for economic #partnerships between Switzerland and the Democratic Republic of #Congo (#DRC). To build on this momentum, we invite Swiss companies to join us for an exclusive webinar on November 6, designed to #explore #investment and #export #opportunities in DRC. The webinar will provide insights into economic prospects, address on-the-ground challenges, and feature #testimonials from Swiss companies already operating in DRC. In partnership with ANAPI-RDC, #Embassy of #Switzerland, the Chambre de Commerce Suisse-RD Congo (CCSC), and the Swiss Business Hub Southern Africa, this session is your gateway to valuable connections and actionable insights. 📅 Date: 𝗡𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟲, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰 ⏰ Time: 11:00 - 12:00 CET 🌐 Location: Online 📝 Register by November 5 🔗 Don’t miss this chance to explore expansion opportunities in DRC. Register now and get ready to broaden your business horizons! https://lnkd.in/dTPG3TTg #BusinessDRC #Investment #Opportunities #SwitzerlandAfrica #Webinar ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 🌍 𝗗𝗼𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗕𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗲𝗻 𝗥𝗗𝗖 : 𝗢𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁é𝘀 𝗱𝗲 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗲𝗻𝗮𝗿𝗶𝗮𝘁 𝗲𝘁 𝗱’𝗜𝗻𝘃𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝘀𝘀𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 🌍 Le Congo-Swiss Business Day 2024 a marqué une étape importante dans les relations entre la #Suisse et la République Démocratique du Congo (#RDC), soulignant un fort potentiel pour les #partenariats économiques bilatéraux. Pour poursuivre cet élan, nous organisons un webinaire exclusif, le 6 novembre, pour aider les entreprises suisses à explorer les perspectives d’investissement et d’exportation en RDC. Au programme : un aperçu des opportunités #économiques, des discussions autour des défis sur le terrain, et des #témoignages d’entreprises suisses implantées en RDC. Organisé en partenariat avec l'ANAPI-RDC, #Ambassade #Suisse, la CCSC- Suisse RDC CCSC Switzerland DRC, et le Swiss Business Hub Southern Africa, ce webinaire est conçu pour faciliter les connexions et répondre aux questions concrètes des entreprises intéressées. 📅 Date : 𝟲 𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗿𝗲 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰 ⏰ Heure : 11:00 - 12:00 CET 🌐 Lieu : En ligne 📝 Inscription avant le 5 novembre 🔗 Ne manquez pas cette opportunité de découvrir les potentialités d’expansion en RDC. Inscrivez-vous dès maintenant et préparez-vous à élargir vos horizons d’affaires ! https://lnkd.in/dTPG3TTg #BusinessRDC #Investissement #Opportunités #SuisseAfrique #Webinaire Switzerland Global Enterprise Stéphanie Labité Luca Degiovannini Mehmet Yildirimli Bastien Bovy Simone Malz Coetzer Jan Hiersemenzel Show translation