The Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation, Professor Blade Nzimande, is part of the South African delegation, led by President Cyril Ramaphosa, attending the 55th World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos, Switzerland.
The annual meeting is taking place from 20 – 24 January 2025, under the theme: ‘Collaboration for the Intelligent Age’.
“The meeting will convene global leaders to address key global and regional challenges, which include responding to geopolitical shocks, stimulating growth to improve living standards, and stewarding a just and inclusive energy transition,” the Department of Science, Technology and Innovation (DSTI) said.
During its Group of 20 (G20) Presidency in 2025, South Africa will endeavour to create equitable opportunities for all by addressing systemic disparities and promoting unity and mutual support to address shared global challenges collaboratively.
As part of the contribution of the DSTI, Nzimande participated in WEF panel discussions on Tuesday.
The discussions focused on scaling solutions for Africa’s economic future and getting the electric vehicles supply chain right.
Today, the Minister will take part in another session focused on the theme: ‘Space: Leaving No Country Behind’.
President Cyril Ramaphosa touched down in Davos on Tuesday and has already delivered a special address to the WEF, where he presented the economic priorities of South Africa’s Government of National Unity and the country’s G20 Presidency.
During the week, the President will undertake numerous bilateral meetings with Heads of State and Government and leaders of international organisations.
He will also participate in diverse activities in different sectors of the WEF annual meeting.
The President is accompanied by Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Ronald Lamola; Minister of Finance, Enoch Godongwana; Minister of Trade, Industry and Competition, Parks Tau; Minister of Electricity and Energy, Dr Kgosientsho Ramokgopa; Minister of Communications and Digital Technologies, Solly Malatsi; Minister of Fisheries, Forestry and Environment, Dr Dion George; Minister of Health, Dr Aaron Motsoaledi and Minister of Agriculture, John Steenhuisen.
