South African Business Council
About
SABCO's membership spans individuals, professionals, SMEs, and large corporations, all united by their passion for South Africa and their interest in fostering business opportunities between South Africa and the UAE. The organization offers a comprehensive range of services including monthly BizNet networking events, industry-specific forums, annual golf tournaments, and social gatherings that facilitate meaningful connections and business relationships. Through strategic partnerships with other business councils across the UAE and access to trade forums, SABCO provides members with exceptional value through business development opportunities, market insights, and facilitated introductions.
With offerings that include mentoring programs, marketing opportunities, thought leadership sessions, and direct engagement with government representatives, SABCO has established itself as the go-to business organization for South Africans in the UAE. The council's proactive membership management approach, combined with its focus on creating tangible business outcomes, makes it an invaluable resource for anyone looking to accelerate growth, facilitate market entry, and connect to a dynamic economic and community ecosystem in the Middle East.
Mission & Mandate
The South African Business Council's mission is to serve as a resource and catalyst for its members and companies in general to develop their business interests between South Africa and the United Arab Emirates. SABCO envisions a seamless fusion of South African and UAE business landscapes, cultivating robust partnerships and fostering sustainable growth that resonates across continents.
Core Objectives:
• Accelerate Business Growth: Support businesses to grow and expand in the Middle East through strategic networking, mentoring, and business development opportunities
• Facilitate Market Access: Enable businesses to reach and serve the Middle Eastern marketplace through connections with key government bodies, trade forums, and business councils
• Connect Communities: Create opportunities for South Africans to connect to an economic and community ecosystem through diverse networking events, social gatherings, and professional forums
• Industry Knowledge & Excellence: Build industry expertise through initiatives including Youth Development, Entrepreneurship Resilience, Women in Business, and Industry Titans programs
• Strategic Partnerships: Foster collaboration between South African and UAE businesses, government agencies, and individuals through formal networking frameworks and inter-council engagement
• Thought Leadership: Provide members with access to industry leaders, decision-makers, and relevant insights on issues, topics, and policies impacting the business community
Chairman
Association Chairman
Quick Info
- Type Business Council
- Country South Africa
- Email admin@sabco-uae.org
- Address Al Ghurair Offices, Street 4, Al Quoz, Dubai, UAE
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