South Africa’s Ambassador to Ethiopia and Permanent Representative to the African Union, Noceba Losi, has reaffirmed the strong diplomatic and economic ties between South Africa and Germany following a high-level engagement in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
In a recent diplomatic interaction, Ambassador Losi welcomed German Ambassador Ory to Addis Ababa, often regarded as the capital of African diplomacy due to its role as headquarters of the African Union and numerous international institutions.
The meeting highlighted the growing strategic cooperation between South Africa and Germany, particularly in the areas of trade, investment, diplomacy and multilateral engagement.
Germany Remains a Key Economic Partner for South Africa
Ambassador Losi noted that South Africa and Germany continue to enjoy strong bilateral and economic relations, underpinned by robust trade and investment ties.
Germany is currently South Africa’s second-largest bilateral trading partner, with trade volumes exceeding €20 billion. The economic relationship has become a cornerstone of cooperation between the two nations, supporting industries such as automotive manufacturing, renewable energy, infrastructure development, technology and industrial production.
German companies have maintained a significant presence in South Africa for decades, contributing to job creation, skills development and industrial growth across multiple sectors of the economy.
Addis Ababa’s Role in African Diplomacy
The diplomatic engagement took place in Addis Ababa, a city widely recognised as Africa’s diplomatic capital. Home to the African Union headquarters and numerous embassies and international organisations, Addis Ababa continues to serve as a strategic hub for discussions on continental cooperation, peace, development and economic integration.
The meeting between South African and German representatives reflects the broader importance of international partnerships in supporting Africa’s development agenda and strengthening global cooperation with the continent.
Strengthening Multilateral Cooperation
South Africa and Germany have consistently collaborated on issues of global importance, including climate action, sustainable development, industrial transformation and peacebuilding initiatives.
As both nations continue to expand their diplomatic engagement within Africa and internationally, the partnership is expected to play an increasingly important role in advancing economic growth, regional stability and sustainable development.
The engagement in Addis Ababa further underscores the importance of strategic international relations in fostering stronger political and economic partnerships between Africa and Europe.
