Ethically promoting the interests of members and conveying their views to decision-makers in industry, government and the community.
Southern Africa-Canada Chamber of Commerce
Chambre de commerce de l’Afrique australe et du Canada
The Southern Africa–Canada Chamber of Commerce (SACANCHAM) is a proactive, influential business organisation dedicated to promoting and developing business opportunities between Southern Africa, Canada and those to which the High Commission, Canada and the Trade Office, Canada have jurisdiction (Mauritius, Lesotho, Namibia, Madagascar, Zambia, Comoros and Seychelles).
Since the launch of SACANCHAM in June 2017 by the Patron, HE Sandra McCardell, High Commissioner, Canada, the Chamber has built an enviable reputation for arranging high-quality workshops and events that inform and often challenge attendees, in addition to offering quality networking sessions. Regular liaison and reciprocal visits with other international Chambers including Australia, Switzerland, Turkey, Nigeria and the UK offer our members wider business opportunities.
SACANCHAM continues to support the Chamber’s Mission Statement, namely ‘To attract an influential network of leading businesses that create value in a sustainable manner.’
LOCATION
SACANCHAM operates not only in South Africa, but also represents the business interests of Canadian companies throughout the SADC countries, including the mountain kingdom of Lesotho, the Indian Ocean financial hub of Mauritius, Namibia with two deserts and mineral wealth, and Madagascar, known for its unique ecological diversity. With all these countries, Canada shares historic ties through the Commonwealth and La Francophonie.
TO BECOME A MEMBER
Please contact SACANCHAM via email: info@sacancham.com or via phone: +27 63 441 1735. A Membership Form will be forwarded to you. On completion and return of the Membership Form to the Co-ordinator, an invoice will be forwarded, payment of which will entitle your organisation to membership of the Southern Africa-Canada Chamber of Commerce. You will receive a Certificate of Membership for display.
THE ROLE OF THE SOUTHERN AFRICA-CANADA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
As a forum for companies, individuals, investors and other stakeholders in Canada, Southern Africa and the SADC region, the Southern Africa-Canada Chamber of Commerce provides a focal point for establishing business contacts and networking opportunities, serves as an effective advocate within society, fosters sustainable commerce and advances common business interests for a diverse and vital membership.
WE ACHIEVE THIS THROUGH:
Adding real value to membership through an extensive program of publications, seminars, events, functions and missions.
Building and growing a diverse membership and providing the membership with a significant platform for networking opportunities.
Facilitating trade for – and between – our members, and promoting sustainable commerce in Canada, Southern Africa and the SADC countries.
UPCOMING EVENTS 2022
RECENT EVENTS
Welcome Reception – Africa Accelerating 2022: 24 October 2022
The Welcome Reception hosted by SACANCHAM on Monday evening, 24th October, ahead of the opening of the three-day summit, was an auspicious occasion attended by His Excellency, High Commissioner of Canada…
Africa Accelerating 2022 Conference – 25th – 27th October
Dear SACANCHAM Members and Partners Thank you so much for joining us at the Africa Accelerating 2022 conference last week. The three-day program was a great success, bringing together leading decision-makers of…
“Towards South Africa’s Tipping Point” – by Chris Hattingh on 22 September 2022
SACANCHAM was delighted to host The Centre for Risk Analysis’ strategic intelligence briefing titled “Towards South Africa’s Tipping Point” presented by Chris Hattingh, Senior Policy Analyst at the CRA.
Moeletsi Mbeki – “A tale of two nationalisms and how they have failed, and continue to fail South Africa” – 18 August 2022
On the 18th August, SACANCHAM in partnership with the Swiss Chamber of Commerce had the privilege of hosting Mr Moeletsi Mbeki, courtesy of Citadel, at their offices in Sandton. Moeletsi…
