"Creativity creates jobs. It attracts investment. It builds businesses and establishes brands."
That was the message from the GGDA Group CEO, @sthe_dlamini1, at today's #BashaUhuru2026 launch.
In her keynote address, MEC @VuyiswaRamokgop noted that South Africa's cultural, creative and sports industries contributed R271 billion to GDP in 2023, clear evidence that the creative economy is a powerful driver of growth, innovation and job creation.
GGDA is proud to support initiatives like Basha Uhuru that unlock youth potential, grow entrepreneurship and position Gauteng as a leading hub for the creative economy.
#CreativeEconomy #YouthMonth #CreativeFreedom #GGDA #GautengMeansBusiness
๐ฟ๐๐ฎ 1 ๐๐ช๐ข๐ข๐๐ง๐ฎ: ๐๐ค๐ก๐๐๐ฎ ๐ฟ๐๐๐ก๐ค๐๐ช๐ ๐ค๐ฃ ๐๐ฃ๐๐ช๐จ๐ฉ๐ง๐ฎ-๐ก๐๐ ๐๐ฃ๐๐ช๐จ๐ฉ๐ง๐๐๐ก๐๐จ๐๐ฉ๐๐ค๐ฃ
Key stakeholders from government, industry, and academia gathered to discuss the role of innovation in driving Gauteng and South Africaโs economic growth.
The discussions highlighted the need to strengthen innovation ecosystems, foster collaboration, and leverage technology to support inclusive growth and SMME opportunities. Strong partnerships are critical in translating innovation into sustainable economic progress.
Stakeholders are committed to advancing this agenda to position Gauteng as a leading innovation and industrialisation hub.
Today we honour the youth of 1976 by investing in the youth of today.
Today, we honour the youth of 1976 by investing in the youth of today.ves such as the Lanseria Smart City, the GGDA is helping create pathways to skills, innovation, entrepreneurship and opportunity.
The future of Gauteng belongs to a generation ready to dream big and compete globally.
#YouthDay2026 #GautengMeansBusiness #GGDA #YouthMonth
๐ฅ DAY 1 HIGHLIGHTS | #AEROSouthAfrica
Day 1 brought together aviation leaders, investors, innovators and policymakers to explore the future of connectivity, trade, logistics and economic growth.
As Day 2 gets underway, we're building on the momentum and conversations that will help shape Gauteng's future as Africa's leading gateway for mobility, investment and innovation.
Here's a look back at some of the highlights.
#GautengMeansBusiness #GGDA #Aviation #InvestmentPromotion #Lanseria #AfCFTA
Day 1 of #AEROSouthAfrica wrapped up with a strong focus on aviation as a driver of investment, connectivity and economic growth.
GGDA GCEO @sthe_dlamini1 and Group Chair @craig_cornish highlighted Lanseria's strategic role in Gauteng's future and the opportunities presented by the AfCFTA for aviation, logistics, aerospace manufacturing, and innovation.
@GautengProvince continues to position itself as Africa's leading gateway for trade, mobility and investment.
#GautengMeansBusiness #GGDA #Aviation #AfCFTA
GGDA GCEO Sthembiso Dlamini recently visited @CassavaTech following its R1.75 billion investment commitment in Gauteng.
The investment will expand fibre networks, data centre capacity, cloud and cybersecurity infrastructure, and support the development of an AI Factory in South Africa.
Beyond strengthening digital infrastructure, the project will drive digital inclusion, support skills development, create jobs, and help position @GautengProvince as Africa's leading digital economy hub.
#GautengMeansBusiness #CassavaTechnologies #DigitalEconomy #AI #DataCentres #InvestmentPromotion
This June, we launch the Manufacturing Centre of Excellence alongside the 2026 Youth Stakeholder Engagement. Focused on innovation and skills development, these initiatives aim to prepare the next generation for opportunities in Industry 4.0.
#YouthLeadsExcellence
#Basha26 is more than a festivalโit's a platform for pure creative freedom, high fashion, & local makers.
This year, we are celebrating a massive milestone: 50 Years of Youth Activism & Creative Freedom.
Want to showcase your brand?
Apply today: https://t.co/DEunhU7SX5
The GGDA, together with the EU-SADC EPA Support Programme & the @the_dtic, is hosting an online EU Masterclass for emerging growers & exporters focused on EU market access requirements for fresh fruit & vegetables.
The session will unpack:
โ EU market access requirements
โ Export compliance and regulations
โ The EU-SADC EPA agreement
โ Best practices for agricultural exporters
๐ Tuesday, 2 June 2026
๐ 10:00 AM
Register: https://t.co/3dqY4moPpK
#GautengMeansBusiness #ExportDevelopment #AgriBusiness #GGDA #EUTrade #FreshProduce
Today we celebrate the resilience, innovation and boundless potential of our continent.
At the GGDA, Africa Day is a powerful reminder of our role in shaping a future driven by inclusive economic growth and investment opportunity.
Together, we continue building an Africa that thrives through collaboration, progress and possibility.
#AfricaDay #GGDA #Investment #EconomicGrowth #AfricaRising
LIVE NOW: Celebrating the life of the legendary Maria McCloy!
Tune into the official memorial service live-streamed from the Joburg Theatre to honour her massive contribution to our culture, arts, and community.
Watch live: https://t.co/IZbGVC6dqk
Long Live Maria! #farewell
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The @GautengProvince delegation continues advancing strategic engagements in Bavaria, Germany, focused on innovation, sustainability and economic cooperation.
Key engagements included:
โช๏ธ Bavarian State Chancellery โ strengthening implementation of the GautengโBavaria MoU
โช๏ธ Bad Tรถlz wastewater treatment facility โ exploring smart water infrastructure, recycling systems & renewable energy solutions
โช๏ธ UnternehmerTUM โ discussing collaboration with @InnovHub & @AIDCgauteng on innovation ecosystems, startup incubation, advanced manufacturing & technology commercialisation
The mission continues to position Gauteng as a globally connected province focused on investment, industrialisation, sustainability and innovation-led growth.
#GGDA #GDED #Gauteng #Bavaria #Innovation #Industrialisation #TradeMission #AfCFTA
The GGDA hosted a strategic engagement with @MIT and the @CSIR at @GautengInvestSA, focused on strengthening the link between research, innovation, and economic development in @GautengProvince.
The engagement reinforced the importance of building a coordinated, market-driven innovation ecosystem capable of translating ideas into firms, jobs, exports, and investment-ready projects.
Focus areas included:
ยท Research-to-market pathways
ยท Venture development and innovation financing models
ยท Strengthening innovation commercialisation
ยท Addressing the innovation funding gap
ยท Advancing collaboration between research, industry, and capital
ยท Building globally competitive industrial and innovation ecosystems
The engagement further highlighted the GGDAโs role in supporting industrialisation, investment conversion, and economic growth in Gauteng.
The InvestSA One-Stop Shop (OSS) at TEDA is designed to fast-track the investment process by removing administrative barriers and centralising regulatory services.
Efficiency in project implementation directly accelerates job creation and industrial development across the city.
@GautengProvince is strengthening economic ties with Bavaria, Germany, one of Europeโs leading industrial and innovation economies.
Led by @GautengDED HOD Mr @MotlatjoMoholwa, GGDA Group CEO Ms @sthe_dlamini1, and DG Mr Edward Mosuwe, the Gauteng delegation is engaging strategic partners to unlock investment, technology transfer and industrial cooperation.
Key engagements include:
โช๏ธ Invest Bavaria
โช๏ธ Bavarian Ministry of Economic Affairs
โช๏ธ @IHKSchwaben
โช๏ธ UnternehmerTUM
โช๏ธ BBW โ Bavarian Business Education Centre
โช๏ธ Bavaria State Chancellery
Discussions are focused on:
โ๏ธ Advanced manufacturing
๐ Automotive sector
๐ฑ Green hydrogen & renewable energy
๐ก Innovation and technology
๐ Trade and investment promotion
๐ฉ๐ฝโ๐ Skills development
The mission positions Gauteng as Bavariaโs preferred gateway into Africa and supports the provinceโs industrialisation and inclusive growth agenda.
#GGDA #GDED #Gauteng #Bavaria #TradeMission #InvestmentPromotion #Industrialisation #AfCFTA
Weโre pleased to announce the appointment of Mrs @sthe_dlamini1 as Group CEO of the Gauteng Growth and Development Agency.
Her leadership comes at a pivotal time as we continue driving investment, economic development, and growth in Gauteng.
#GGDA#Leadership#Gauteng
Motsepe and Team South Africa for the World Schools Debating Championships at our Official Blazer Ceremony.
Our outstanding Education Team Manager, Zwivuhuya Ramashia, opened the event with a warm welcome. We are especially proud of Tshepiso Polo and Jemma Tresling from ConHill Debate, who will both be captains for Team SA as they compete in Tanzania and Kenya this July.
We look forward to watching him โ and the entire team โ excel on the international stage.
#VisitConHill #debateleague