South Africa Cannot Host BRICS Business on Prestige and Run Small Business on Confusion
If November brings a Presidential MSME event and a major BRICS-facing business engagement, the government must demonstrate alignment, delivery, and measurable outcomes, argues the author.
By Zola Pinda:
BRICS Leadership: (Image: Accord)
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South Africa’s participation in BRICS represents one of the country’s most significant platforms for advancing its global economic interests - it provides an opportunity to strengthen partnerships across the Global South, attract investment, expand trade and position South African businesses within emerging economic networks.
But global influence carries a corresponding responsibility. The true measure of diplomatic success is not only the prom...

