South Africa - your preferred investment destination
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Access sector intelligence, investment case studies, comparative data and regulatory guidance to build a complete picture of the opportunity in South Africa before you commit.
Explore the opportunityInvest & Establish
Our dedicated investment facilitation team connects you to local partners, helps you navigate approvals, and coordinates across government departments.
Start investingGrow & Scale
Once established, our aftercare and retention programme provides dedicated support to help you expand your footprint, access incentives, and connect to regional markets through AfCFTA.
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the dtic's Visa Recommendation System (VRS) is a fully digital platform for submitting Business Visa recommendations - first, extension, and permanent. No hard copies. No email. One secure portal.
First, Extension & Permanent
All three Business Visa recommendation types handled on one platform
Fully Digital - No Hard Copies
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Monitor progress in real time and receive automated status notifications
One entry point.
One number. Government working for you.
the dtic Fusion Centre is a new investment facilitation platform that captures, tracks, and resolves your regulatory bottlenecks across all spheres of government within a structured 60–90 day turnaround.
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Register your regulatory challenge online and receive a unique case number
Structured 60–90 Day Process
Cases are assigned, routed, monitored, and escalated if not resolved
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Key sectors driving
South Africa's growth
Agro-processing
Leveraging SA's agricultural base into value-added exports
Mining & Minerals
World's largest PGM reserves; growing beneficiation opportunity
Automotive
Africa's leading vehicle manufacturer; BMW, Ford, Toyota, Mercedes-Benz
Energy & Clean Tech
Renewable energy, green hydrogen and just energy transition investment
Transport & Industrial
Transport & Industrial
Clothing, Textiles, Footwear and Leather
The South African clothing and textiles industry is a highly diverse and mature industry, with an important role to play as an employer in the country.
Investment Landscape
Gauteng Investment Conference 2026 Opens - Deputy President Mashatile Delivers Keynote, R200bn Targeted
The second annual Gauteng Investment Conference opened at Melrose Arch with Deputy President Paul Mashatile delivering the keynote address. The provincial government is targeting R200 billion in new investment pledges at this year's conference, working toward an ambitious R800 billion cumulative commitment by the end of the seventh administration. The conference follows the successful sixth SAIC, with R73 billion of projects from the first GIC already moving into implementation, supporting an estimated 114,000 jobs.
Northern Cape Hosts Inaugural Investment & Jobs Conference - 900+ Delegates, OSS Launched
The Northern Cape's first Investment and Jobs Conference in Kimberley drew over 900 delegates - three times the expected 300. The InvestSA One Stop Shop for the Northern Cape and the NEF–Northern Cape Transformation Fund were both launched on day one, with the NEF reporting R300 million deployed across 22 projects.
One Stop Shop for Investors Launched in Tshwane
The City of Tshwane and the Tshwane Economic Development Agency (TEDA) launched a One Stop Shop at TASEZ - Africa's first automotive city - to streamline investor support, licencing and regulatory services for businesses operating within the special economic zone.
Traxtion Commits R3.4 Billion to South Africa's Transport Infrastructure
Pan-African rail and logistics operator Traxtion pledged R3.4 billion in investment to South Africa, reinforcing investor confidence in the country's transport infrastructure.
President Ramaphosa Launches Second Investment Drive - R889.8bn Pledged at SAIC 2026
R889.8 billion pledged across 81 projects, nine provinces and 22 source markets, representing over 230,000 permanent jobs. The new five-year drive targets R2 trillion in new investment for 2026–2030, building on the R1.51 trillion raised in the first cycle.
From Pledges to Shovels: Ramaphosa Opens SA Investment Conference
The President set the tone for a delivery-focused second drive, telling 1,000+ delegates from 50 countries that the shift in SA's economic trajectory is the result of sustained structural reform through Operation Vulindlela.
Minister Tau Woos Investors Ahead of 6th SAIC Conference
Minister Tau cited SA's S&P credit rating upgrade and four consecutive quarters of economic growth, confirming delegates from over 31 countries were registered to attend SAIC 2026.
Coca-Cola's Africa President Backs SA's Investment Mobilisation Drive
Luis Felipe Avellar of Coca-Cola's Africa Operating Unit signalled strong private-sector commitment alongside Minister Tau and DBSA CEO Boitumelo Mosako ahead of SAIC 2026.
SAIC 2026 Theme: "Invest, Partner and Prosper"
The theme for the 6th South Africa Investment Conference was confirmed ahead of the event, framing SA's pitch to investors from more than 50 countries at the Sandton Convention Centre.
CAEPA & CTIP: SA Secures Landmark Trade Deals with China and the EU
SA signed the China Africa Economic Partnership Agreement in February 2026, securing duty-free access into China's market from 1 May 2026. The EU–SA Clean Trade and Investment Partnership (CTIP), signed November 2025, mobilised nearly R230 billion in EU Global Gateway investment covering energy transition, critical minerals, digital infrastructure and pharmaceuticals.
Limpopo Capitalises on R170bn Investment Conference Momentum at 2026 Mining Indaba
Fresh from securing R170 billion in pledges at the 2025 Limpopo Investment Conference across mining, manufacturing, energy and agro-processing, Premier Dr Ramathuba led a delegation to the 2026 Mining Indaba to advance Limpopo's beneficiation and green economy agenda, with technical teams already engaging investors toward 23% implementation progress.
German Delegation Visits Eastern Cape on Seafood Sourcing Mission
A German delegation facilitated by the German Import Promotion Desk visited the Eastern Cape to identify seafood farmers export-ready for European markets, engaging rock lobster cooperatives in Port St John's. The ECDC Trade Promotion Unit also reported a R2.8 million investment commitment in March 2026.
Made in the Cape Brings 34 Global Buyers to Cape Town, Deepening Export Growth
Wesgro's flagship #MadeInTheCape programme connected 34 international buyers from 17 countries — including The Walt Disney Company and Reliance Retail — with over 230 Western Cape exporters across 400+ structured B2B meetings at the CTICC. Since 2023, the programme has secured 13 signed trade deals with a projected value of R50.7 million over five years, while Western Cape exports have grown from R160.9 billion in 2021 to R219.7 billion in 2025.
One Stop Shop.
One point of contact.
InvestSA and strategic provincial partners provide an integrated service to investors, facilitating the entire investment value chain through a single coordinated window.
- Facilitates the entire investment value chain
- Provides specialist advisory services to investors
- Coordinates effectively across line departments
- Communicates services to current and potential investors
- Acts as facilitation window for registration, licensing and permits
- Facilitates the provision of information and support on investor schemes
- Coordinates the regulatory reform and investment roadmap process
- Improves the investment climate across South Africa
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Investment intelligence,
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Traxtion commits R3.4 billion to South Africa's rail and logistics sector
Pan-African rail and logistics operator Traxtion has committed R3.4 billion in investment to South Africa, reinforcing confidence in the country's transport infrastructure and economic trajectory.
Afrigen Biologics advances South Africa's mRNA pharmaceutical frontier
Afrigen Biologics' pioneering mRNA research showcases South Africa's growing pharmaceutical innovation capacity.
ALPLA Recycling SA's Ballito plant opens, pioneering sustainable recycling
A cutting-edge PET bottle recycling facility in KwaZulu-Natal creates 100 direct jobs and supports up to 10,000 livelihoods.
R889.8 billion pledged
at SAIC 2026
Why South Africa,
why now
Gateway to Africa
South Africa provides unrivalled access to the African Continental Free Trade Area — the world's largest free trade zone by number of countries. Goods manufactured in South Africa reach 54 markets under preferential terms.
54 AfCFTA member marketsMost Sophisticated Financial Market
Home to the Johannesburg Stock Exchange — Africa's largest stock exchange — South Africa's financial system, banking sector and capital markets are ranked among the world's most advanced.
#1 Stock exchange in Africa (JSE)World-Class Energy Transition
South Africa's Just Energy Transition Investment Plan is one of the most ambitious on the African continent — creating significant opportunities in solar, wind, green hydrogen and grid infrastructure.
R1.5tn Energy transition investment plan