(1) What efforts have been made in the past two years to strengthen South Africa’s intra-BRICS trade; (2) whether he will furnish Dr K Litchfield-Tshabalala with the relevant details regarding the specified trade; if not, why not; if so, wh
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Engagement at SPIEF to support resuming commercial ties with Russia
While no export promotion activities were undertaken in Russia due to sanctions, the Deputy President engaged South African and Russian business delegates at SPIEF, and Russian businesses indicated interest in sourcing minerals from South Africa pending easing of restrictions.
- Who it is for
- South African and Russian business delegates; South African businesses seeking mineral sourcing opportunities
- How to act on it
- Engage through SPIEF participation and follow-up interest expressed by Russian businesses once restrictions ease.
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Russia No export promotion activities were undertaken due to the prevailing sanctions. However, Deputy President Paul Mashatile participated in the St Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF) from 18 to 21 June 2025, where he engaged both South African and Russian business delegates who expressed keen interest in resuming commercial ties once sanctions are lifted. Furthermore, in February 2026, Russian businesses indicated their interest in sourcing minerals from South Africa, pending the easing of restrictions.
Outward Selling Mission to Mumbai (India)
The dtic supported 13 companies to represent sectors such as cosmetics, agro-processing, rail, aerospace, and defence during an outward selling mission to Mumbai.
- Who it is for
- South African companies in cosmetics, agro-processing, rail, aerospace, and defence sectors
- How to act on it
- Participate in the dtic outward selling mission to Mumbai as supported companies.
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India An Outward Selling Mission was led to Mumbai from 23 to 27 September 2025. Thirteen companies were supported during this mission, representing sectors such as cosmetics, agro‑processing, rail, aerospace, and defence.
BRICS Business Council (BBC) support and access to NDB procurement opportunities
The dtic supports the South African Chapter of the BRICS Business Council, which publishes global projects and corporate procurement opportunities offered by the New Development Bank, enabling South African businesses to participate in BRICS-aligned initiatives.
- Who it is for
- South African businesses seeking BRICS-aligned initiatives and NDB procurement opportunities
- How to act on it
- Use the BBC-published global projects and corporate procurement opportunities offered by the New Development Bank (NDB) to participate in BRICS-aligned initiatives.
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Additionally, the dtic continues to support the South African Chapter of the BRICS Business Council (BBC). Beyond its annual report to BRICS governments, the BBC has published global projects and corporate procurement opportunities offered by the New Development Bank (NDB), enabling South African businesses to participate in BRICS‑aligned initiatives.
Outward Selling Mission to São Paulo (Brazil)
The dtic supported companies in the agro-processing sector (including wine suppliers) to showcase products and expand market access during an outward selling mission to São Paulo on the margins of the BRICS Summit.
- Who it is for
- South African companies in the agro-processing sector (including wine suppliers)
- How to act on it
- Participate in the dtic outward selling mission to São Paulo as supported companies.
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Brazil An Outward Selling Mission was undertaken to S o Paulo on the margins of the BRICS Summit from 30 June to 3 July 2025. During this mission, twenty‑three companies in the agro‑processing sector, including wine suppliers, were supported to showcase their products and expand their market access.
National Pavilion participation at Gulfood (United Arab Emirates)
South African companies participated in the Gulfood trade fair in February 2024 and February 2025 through a National Pavilion.
- Who it is for
- South African companies participating in Gulfood
- How to act on it
- Participate in the dtic-supported National Pavilion at Gulfood.
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United Arab Emirates South African companies participated in the Gulfood trade fair in February 2024 and February 2025 through a National Pavilion.
National Pavilion support at multi-sector trade shows in China (CAETE, CISCE, CIIE)
The dtic supported South African companies in three multi-sector trade shows in China through National Pavilions, including CAETE (Changsha), CISCE (Beijing), and CIIE (Shanghai).
- Who it is for
- South African companies participating in multi-sector trade shows in China
- How to act on it
- Participate in the dtic-supported National Pavilion at the listed trade shows.
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China South African companies were supported in three multi‑sector trade shows through National Pavilions: China Africa Economic and Trade Expo (CAETE), Changsha (12 15 June 2025) China International Supply Chain Expo (CISCE), Beijing (16 20 July 2025) China International Import Expo (CIIE), Shanghai (5 10 November 2024 and 2025)
Outward Selling Mission to Cairo (Egypt)
The dtic supported 17 companies in automotive, mining, electrotechnical, and cosmetics sectors during an outward selling mission to Cairo.
- Who it is for
- South African companies in automotive, mining, electrotechnical, and cosmetics sectors
- How to act on it
- Participate in the dtic outward selling mission to Cairo as supported companies.
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Egypt An Outward Selling Mission was led to Cairo from 26 to 27 January 2026, supporting seventeen companies in the automotive, mining, electrotechnical, and cosmetics sectors.
Outward Selling Mission to Jakarta (Indonesia)
The dtic supported 13 companies in agro-processing, rail, aerospace, marine, and chemicals during an outward selling mission to Jakarta.
- Who it is for
- South African companies in agro-processing, rail, aerospace, marine, and chemicals sectors
- How to act on it
- Participate in the dtic outward selling mission to Jakarta as supported companies.
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Indonesia An Outward Selling Mission was led to Jakarta from 3 to 4 February 2025, supporting thirteen companies in agro‑processing, rail, aerospace, marine, and chemicals.
Outward Selling Mission to Addis Ababa (Ethiopia)
An outward selling mission is planned to take place in Addis Ababa from 16 to 18 March 2026, supporting 12 companies in agro-processing, ICT, and metal fabrication sectors.
- Who it is for
- South African companies in agro-processing, ICT, and metal fabrication sectors
- How to act on it
- Participate in the dtic outward selling mission to Addis Ababa as supported companies.
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Ethiopia An Outward Selling Mission will take place in Addis Ababa from 16 to 18 March 2026. Twelve companies in the agro‑processing, ICT, and metal fabrication sectors will be supported.
Facts
Reference
NW652
Key Takeaways
- reference number NW652
- date 24 March 2026
- ministry Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (dtic)
- BRICS countries involved: Brazil, Russia, India, China, Egypt, United Arab Emirates
- Brazil Outward Selling Mission to São Paulo 30 June–3 July 2025; 23 agro-processing companies
- Russia sanctions context; SPIEF 18–21 June 2025; February 2026 interest from Russian buyers
- India Outward Selling Mission to Mumbai 23–27 September 2025; 13 companies
- China participation in multi-sector shows: CAETE (Beijing 12–15 June 2025), CISCE (Beijing 16–20 July 2025), CIIE (Shanghai 5–10 November 2024 and 2025)
- Egypt Outward Selling Mission to Cairo 26–27 January 2026; 17 companies
- Sectors mentioned: agro-processing, wine, cosmetics, rail, aerospace, defence, minerals, automotive, electrotechnical
- Question asks for details regarding intra-BRICS trade strengthening efforts and provision of relevant details to Dr K Litchfield-Tshabalala
Dates
Opening Date
24 March 2026
Closing Date
10 November 2024