The South African Nigeria Business Chamber (SANBC) celebrated its 20th anniversary recently, reflecting on two decades of fostering trade and investment links between SA and Nigeria.

At a special cocktail forum, the chamber’s Chief Executive Officer, Diana Games, said the organisation has been vital in helping companies from both countries expand into new markets.

“Our greatest achievement has been creating a professional space where South Africans, Nigerians, and other Africans can meet, exchange insights, and build meaningful networks,” Games said.

The event brought together government representatives, including the Nigerian High Commission and SA’s Department of Trade, Industry and Competition, alongside corporate leaders from Standard Bank, Access Bank, and members of the chamber’s board.

Tamsin Freemantle, SANBC President, pointed out that the chamber’s strength lies in linking government and business, providing a platform where collaboration can thrive and the business environment can be improved for all participants.

Looking to the future, the chamber is focusing on sectors with strong growth potential. Suresh Chaytoo, Senior Corporate Investment Banker at Rand Merchant Bank, identified technology, digitisation, infrastructure, and healthcare as key areas for cross-border investment.

“Not only financial services, but healthcare, education, and infrastructure will need substantial investment in technology. Opportunities in medical tourism and infrastructure development are opening new doors for collaboration,” Chaytoo said.

The chamber said the next decade will be critical for deepening SA–Nigeria economic partnerships and driving broader growth across the continent.

–ChannelAfrica–