By Johnathan Paoli
South Africa and Nigeria have reaffirmed their commitment to deepening economic ties and fostering mutual growth, emphasising the historic partnership between Africa’s two largest economies.
They have highlighted the necessity of enhancing trade relations and leveraging opportunities under the African Continental Free Trade Area.
Presidents Cyril Ramaphosa and Bola Ahmed Tinubu of Nigeria co-chaired the 11th Session of the South Africa-Nigeria Bi-National Commission (BNC), in Cape Town, marking 30 years of diplomatic relations.
The summit focused on boosting trade, encouraging investment and addressing continental challenges through united efforts.
“South Africa has always been open for Nigerian business, reflected in a number of investments and operations established in this country. But there is much more we need to do. We need to remove the remaining constraints to greater investment, just as we need to address some of the challenges that companies have experienced,” Ramaphosa said.
A key outcome
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