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Recent Navigating the Expropriation Act: Essential Principles, Effective Strategies, and Real-World Impacts Event
Date: 22 July 2025
On 22 July 2025, ABCSA partnered up with other international chambers, for a critical discussion on South Africa’s Expropriation Act which was led by the British Chamber of Business in Southern Africa. Advocate Yana van Leeve was the main speaker, and her insights highlighted both the legislative context and the practical realities that face stakeholders. On behalf of the Australian Business Chamber of Commerce Southern Africa, we would like to express our sincere appreciation for giving us the opportunity to collaborate and a very big thank-you to ENS for hosting a very insightful and successful event.
Truffles on the Park Networking Event
Date: 19 June 2025
ABCSA would like to thank everyone that attended our social networking event hosted at “Truffles on the Park” in Sandton. The event was well attended and supported our drive to strengthen the collaboration between our members.
It was a great evening, sharing stories, laughs and bites and we look forward to seeing you all at our next event.
Global Affairs Perspective
Date: 8 May 2025
The Australian Business Chamber of Commerce (Southern Africa) had the pleasure of hosting Nicky Weimar – Chief Economist at Nedbank to speak on the various perspectives of the current state of global affairs and how South Africa is positioned to handle and respond to these events.
It was an extremely engaging and timely discussion and helped decipher the uncertainty around the world during these times.
End of Year Africa-Australia Skills & Education Event
Date: 7 November 2024
It was with great anticipation that ABCSA set out to organise the second annual offering of the Africa-Australia Skills & Education event, held on the 7th of November. This year, the focus was on spotlighting a broader range of industries and giving our membership an opportunity to showcase the very positive impact they make in their respective business sectors and communities.
Attendees were treated to dynamic and informative presentations from
- Two returning organisations in the formal education sector (Ideas Group & EIT)
- One in the technology services sector (Boiler Room)
- First-time presenters in the mining (Rio Tinto) and retail (Cotton On Foundation) sectors
It was an enlightening evening that covered topics ranging from the importance of STEM to the future of AI in education, through to great CSI initiatives in mining and an in-job training programme that directly addresses South Africa’s youth unemployment crises.
Thank you to
- The speakers for making this a memorable event
- GIBS for hosting us so graciously
- The Australian High Commission for your ongoing support
ABCSA looks forward to our third instalment in 2025.”
Recent Energy Transition Event
Date: 18 April 2022
Networking Function
Date: 8 November 2022
Women's Day
Date: 2022
The 9th of August marked South Africa’s National Women’s day. 66 years ago, 20,000 women of all races marched in Pretoria to fight against inequality. To celebrate Women’s month, High Commissioner Gita Kamath hosted the Auditor-General of South Africa, Tsakani Maluleke, in conversation with the Australian Business Chamber of Commerce – Southern Africa’s Chair, Judi Nwokedi. Ms Maluleke is the first female Auditor General in the institution’s 109-year history. She delivered a powerful message on accountability and integrity within the public service.
AGM Networking
Date: 2022
The Australian Business Chamber of Commerce Southern Africa (ABCSA), convened for their Annual General Meeting (AGM) and networking in May 2022 at the beautiful Worley offices, situated in Melrose Arch.
The night began with a warm welcome and beverages at the reception area of the conference facilities. The event was well attended by both the ABCSA members covering many industries and many potential members. Included in attendance, as always, were the representatives of the Australian High Commission and the Australian Trade and Investment Commission (AUSTRADE).
Our chairperson, Ms Judi Nwokedi, in her true form, led proceedings with introductions, apologies and all AGM proceedings, with all motions being passed and a few queries being addressed. All attendees were then treated to a fabulous presentation on Energy, Chemicals and Resources from our Worley hosts and proud ABCSA supporters, Ms Megan Keefer and the current Senior VP Mr Shaun Mills.
Megan took the forum through their five-year ambition: To be recognized as “the leader in sustainability solutions” through their “People”, Their “Portfolio” and Our “Planet”. This, together with Shaun’s stories around his travels within the Worley group and what they are doing globally was impressive to hear.
The official AGM then came to an end and Worley invited all participants to join them for snacks and beverages.
Round Table
Date: 12 May 2022
Round Table event with former, CEO of Anglo American, Mr. Mark Cutifani – Thursday, 12 May 2022
Date: 12 May 2022
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