Minister Godongwana Sets the Stage for WEF Davos with Pre-WEF Business Breakfast

Date: January 10, 2024

In anticipation of the upcoming World Economic Forum (WEF) Annual Meeting in Davos, the Minister of Finance, Mr Enoch Godongwana, is orchestrating a pivotal Pre-WEF Davos business breakfast. This exclusive event, gathering government Ministers and influential business leaders, is designed to articulate key messages before South Africa’s active participation in the 2024 WEF Davos.

Scheduled for Thursday, January 11, 2023, the Pre-WEF Davos business briefing will be a cornerstone event, setting the tone for strategic discussions and collaboration between government and business entities. The Hilton Hotel in Sandton has been chosen as the venue, emphasizing the significance of the gathering and providing a distinguished setting for the high-profile attendees.

Minister Godongwana’s leadership in hosting this breakfast underscores the commitment to aligning stakeholders on critical issues and priorities that will be presented at the WEF Annual Meeting. The event is strategically timed, offering a platform to deliberate on pressing global challenges and South Africa’s role in addressing them.

The delegation led by Minister Godongwana will actively engage in discussions revolving around the overarching theme of “REBUILDING TRUST” at the 2024 WEF Davos. The global leaders assembled in Davos are expected to navigate issues of trust in international relations, commerce, and governance, and South Africa is positioned to play a pivotal role in shaping the discourse.

Moreover, the Annual Meeting will cast a spotlight on the transformative influence of new technologies and their implications on decision-making and global partnerships. Against the backdrop of the rapid evolution of technological landscapes, South Africa aims to explore opportunities enabled by these advancements and contribute meaningfully to shaping a collective vision for a digitally-driven global economy.

The Pre-WEF Davos business breakfast serves not only as a precursor to international dialogue but also as a testament to South Africa’s commitment to fostering collaboration between the public and private sectors. With the Hilton Hotel in Sandton as the backdrop, the event promises to be a distinguished and constructive exchange of ideas, laying the groundwork for South Africa’s active participation in shaping the future trajectory of the global economy.

As the South African delegation prepares for Davos, the world awaits with anticipation to witness how the nation, under Minister Godongwana’s leadership, will contribute to the broader discussions on rebuilding trust and navigating the challenges and opportunities presented by emerging technologies on the global stage.