South Africa and Turkey have sought to strengthen their bilateral political and economic relations at the First Turkey-Africa Cooperation Summit in Istanbul on Wednesday, 20 August 2008. 21 Aug 2008

The Southern African Development Community (SADC) member states officially launched a Free Trade Area (FTA) for the region at the weekend, ushering in a new era of economic integration. 18 Aug 2008

The official opening of the Southern African Development Community (SADC) Heads of State Summit kicked off well on Saturday with Free Trade Area (FTA) featuring high on the agenda. 18 Aug 2008

As part of the Southern African Development Community's (SADC) efforts to deepen long term regional economic integration, the organisation will on Sunday, 17 August 2008, launch the Free Trade Area (FTA). 13 Aug 2008

President Thabo Mbeki is departing for Namibia today, Tuesday, to meet with his counterpart in the Namib to evaluate and review progress made on existing bilateral strategic projects. 5 Aug 2008

South Africa is looking to increase its economic and trade relations with Egypt and Chile this week, with President Thabo Mbeki holding talks with Egyptian President Hosni Mubarak in Pretoria, and Deputy Foreign Minister Aziz Pahad heading off to a forum discussion in Chile. 30 Jul 2008

High import tariffs, trade barriers and a culture of protectionism impedes economic growth, says Department of Trade and Industry Director General Tshediso Matona. 28 Jul 2008