10/02/2026
Recent Event - Recap – 30 January 2026 – Business Insights Kick-Start “2026 Trends Shaping Nordic–South African Partnerships” - BoConcept, Kramerville
This event served as a pivotal gathering to reconnect members. The primary objectives were to share high-level business perspectives for 2026, foster new partnership opportunities, highlight the Nordic South African Business Association’s (NSBA) value proposition and platforms for increased visibility, as well as engaging with existing, new and prospective members.
We were honoured to welcome distinguished guest speakers who contributed valuable insights throughout the event:
•H.E. Ambassador Rasa Jankauskaitė – Lithuania Embassy:
Provided an overview of the relationship between Lithuania and South Africa, with a focus on priority industry sectors and emerging cooperation opportunities.
•Marika Jakas, Head of Trade and Economics, Delegation of the European Union:
Discussed the launch and implementation of the EU-SA Clean Trade and Investment Partnership (CTIP), offering an outlook on future collaborative initiatives.
•Daniel Busk, Second Secretary, Trade & Economic Affairs, Embassy of Sweden:
Delivered an engaging talk on the “Made with Sweden initiative,” emphasizing the importance of free trade and global collaboration.
•H.E. Ambassador Monica Sitaru, Romania Embassy:
Highlighted Romanian investment in education within South Africa, underscoring the significance of cross-border educational partnerships.
In closing, Eva Shaw and Dan Berglund took the opportunity to elaborate on the Nordic South African Business Association’s objectives, mission, value proposition, and member benefits, reinforcing the organization’s commitment to supporting its members and fostering business growth.
BoConcept concluded the event by announcing exclusive NSBA member-only specials, available until 15 February 2026. Members are encouraged to reach out to BoConcept to take advantage of these limited-time offers.
We extend our sincere gratitude to our sponsors—Advance International Business Development, BoConcept, and Eriscan Innovation for their valued and appreciated support, which contributed to the success of the event.
