South Africa's President Ramaphosa speaks at Durban Special Economic Zones awards ceremony

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President Cyril Ramaphosa will attend the Special Economic Zones (SEZ) Achievement Awards Gala Dinner on 16 July 2026 at the Durban International Conference Centre. The ceremony will recognise the performance of South Africa's 12 SEZs, which have attracted over R31 billion in investment, created more than 28,000 direct jobs and contributed to export growth, skills development and technology transfer.

Deputy President Paul Mashatile is scheduled to deliver the keynote address at the 2nd International SEZ Infrastructure & Investment Conference on 17 July 2026, held at the Inkosi Albert Luthuli International Convention Centre in Durban. The conference will focus on strengthening SEZ governance, mobilising industrial investment, leveraging the African Continental Free Trade Area and expanding SME participation to boost manufacturing‑led growth and job creation.

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