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Pâtisserie de France is the official licensee of Maison Ladurée Paris in South Africa, introducing the world’s most iconic French patisserie brand to...

Analyses & Studies

A strengthened bio-economy is a major need for all African countries including South Africa (SA) which is already the furthest advanced in this...

Analyses & Studies

The global economy weathered the trade turmoil of the first half of 2025, but the coming quarters will see a spreading of the longer-term effects. The...

Members

Customers impressed? That’s just a typical day for EnviroServ’s Haztech team. When others couldn’t deliver, we did. EnviroServ Waste Management (Pty)...

Analyses & Studies

Introduction Artificial Intelligence's ("AI") rapid development presents both innovation opportunities and legal challenges, especially in...

Event report

On Tuesday, 22 October 2025, the French South African Chamber of Commerce and Industry (FSACCI), in collaboration with the Belgian Chamber of Commerce...

Members

Driven by a commitment to continuous improvement and forward-thinking processes, Alstom South Africa’s teams were recognised across multiple...

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The French Institute of South Africa (IFAS) is the cultural and cooperation branch of the French Embassy in South Africa, Lesotho and Malawi....

Analyses & Studies

Nearly two decades after joining the BRICS, South Africa has failed to deliver on its development promises. Per capita GDP in 2025 is below 2007...

The Chamber

The French South African Chamber of Commerce and Industry (FSACCI) is excited to announce the first raffle prize donors for the Beaujolais Nouveau...

Members

The French South African Chamber of Commerce and Industry (FSACCI) congratulates Kasada Capital Management, a valued member of the chamber, on an...

Event report

On 14 October 2025, the French South African Chamber of Commerce and Industry attended the Welcome Cocktail for New Arrivals at the Alliance Française...

Portraits

Originally from Charente-Maritime, France, Gilles Périnet began his career as a Physical Education teacher before moving into school leadership in...

Portraits

The Consulate General of France in Cape Town welcomed Alex Lavaud as the new Deputy Consul on September 1, 2025. A career diplomat, Lavaud brings...

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Adeline Sang joined the Consulate General of France in Johannesburg as Deputy Consul in September 2025.  Before her appointment, Mme Sang served for...

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Samuel Ducroquet assumed his duties as Consul General of France in Johannesburg on September 1, 2025.  Before his appointment, M. Ducroquet served as...

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The French South African Chamber of Commerce and Industry (FSACCI) congratulates Gaëlle Le Breton on her appointment as the new Director of Alliance...

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Proparco, the private sector financing arm of the AFD Group, has appointed Johann Choux as Regional Director for Southern Africa and the Indian Ocean....

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Business France has announced the appointment of Camille Tricoire as the new Country Director for South Africa and Southern Africa.  An agricultural...

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OLEA South Africa is proud to announce the appointment of Kieren Vels as Regional Executive Head – Western Cape, effective September 2025. With a...

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EnviroServ, a SUEZ company, has appointed Kate Stubbs as Strategy, Marketing and Business Development Director. Kate is a seasoned C-level executive...

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Benjamin Cabouat has been appointed Deputy Head of Mission at the Embassy of France in South Africa. A career diplomat, he brings extensive...

Event report

On 25 September 2025, the French South African Chamber of Commerce and Industry (FSACCI) had the pleasure of attending the launch of the “Guide du...

Companies news

The French G20 Young Entrepreneurs’ Alliance (YEA) Delegation opened its trade mission in Johannesburg on 17 September 2025 at the offices of Forvis...