Ethiopia & South Africa
38 shared events · Importance 10 · Last updated Aug 24, 2026
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Business
Ethiopia: Ethiopia has banned fossil-fuel vehicle imports and encourages local EV production with lower import duties, making it a promising market for Chinese EV manufacturers.
South Africa: South Africa is a key destination for Chinese automakers' local production, with Chery acquiring the Rosslyn plant and BAIC and Great Wall Motor already having facilities. Government incentives support EV manufacturing, positioning the country as a regional hub.
Jul 26, 2026 · 20 articles
Domestic
Ethiopia: Ethiopia is the home country of many migrants in South Africa, some of whom have been victims of xenophobic violence and looting. The country is also mentioned as a place where some migrants have no property or family to return to.
South Africa: South Africa is the country experiencing the anti-immigrant mobilisation, which reflects deep economic frustrations and could harm its long-term growth by damaging regional relationships.
Feb 25, 2026 · 308 articles
International
Ethiopia: Participated in the meeting, contributing to consensus on environmental cooperation.
South Africa: Participated in the meeting, contributing to consensus on environmental cooperation.
Aug 16, 2026 · 35 articles
International
Ethiopia: Ethiopia participated as a BRICS member, supporting the declaration.
South Africa: South Africa's Culture Minister participated, showing high-level engagement.
Aug 08, 2026 · 6 articles
Tech
Ethiopia: Ethiopia is an African country expanding cold-chain investments to support horticultural exports, utilizing solar-powered solutions.
South Africa: South Africa is an African country where solar-powered cold storage is gaining momentum to address food spoilage.
Jun 16, 2026 · 6 articles
International
Ethiopia: Ethiopia participated in the BRICS Health Working Group Meeting and expressed support for India's new priorities, including promoting healthy lifestyles and mental wellness.
South Africa: South Africa participated in the BRICS Health Working Group Meeting to deliberate on priority areas of cooperation in public health.
Apr 15, 2026 · 6 articles
International
Ethiopia: Participated in the meeting and endorsed the declaration, contributing to BRICS education cooperation. No direct market impact.
South Africa: Participated in the meeting and endorsed the declaration, contributing to BRICS education cooperation. No direct market impact.
Aug 04, 2026 · 20 articles
International
Ethiopia: Ethiopia's participation as a head of delegation shows its involvement in BRICS tourism initiatives, potentially supporting its tourism development.
South Africa: South Africa's participation and bilateral talks with India could enhance tourism collaboration, potentially boosting its tourism sector.
Aug 21, 2026 · 6 articles
International
Ethiopia: Ethiopia's representative advocated for independent BRICS tech standards.
South Africa: South Africa's representative highlighted BRICS cooperation for African value chains.
Jul 09, 2026 · 6 articles
International
Ethiopia: Ethiopia, as a newer member, may benefit from improved payment infrastructure and lower transaction costs.
South Africa: As a BRICS member, South Africa could benefit from cheaper cross-border payments, though its role is less prominent.
Aug 11, 2026 · 26 articles
International
Ethiopia: Ethiopia is a partner country and will send delegates to participate in the meeting, contributing to discussions on disaster management.
South Africa: South Africa is a BRICS member country and will send delegates to participate in the meeting, contributing to discussions on disaster management.
May 25, 2026 · 6 articles
International
Ethiopia: Ethiopia is a member country of BRICS participating in the anti-drug meeting.
South Africa: South Africa is a member country of BRICS participating in the anti-drug meeting.
Jul 05, 2026 · 40 articles
International
Ethiopia: As a BRICS member, its participation highlights the grouping's expansion, though no specific bilateral actions were noted.
South Africa: Participated in the meeting, reinforcing its trade cooperation with the UAE.
Aug 08, 2026 · 6 articles
International
Ethiopia: Ethiopia is mentioned as one of the countries from which migrants have traditionally been attracted to South Africa.
South Africa: South Africa is the primary location of the xenophobic attacks, leading to significant reputational damage, diplomatic tensions with other African nations, and a decline in tourism and investment. The government is struggling to control the violence and manage the influx of undocumented migrants.
May 12, 2026 · 302 articles
Domestic
Ethiopia: Ethiopia is one of the 10 approved countries from which Kuwait will continue to recruit domestic workers.
South Africa: South Africa is one of the 10 approved countries from which Kuwait will continue to recruit domestic workers.
Jun 08, 2026 · 15 articles
International
Ethiopia: As a BRICS member, Ethiopia participated in the meeting and contributed to discussions on transport cooperation.
South Africa: As a BRICS member, South Africa participated in the meeting and contributed to discussions on transport cooperation.
Jul 07, 2026 · 40 articles
International
Ethiopia: Ethiopia is a major recipient of Chinese loans, potentially affected by the push for yuan-denominated repayments.
South Africa: South Africa is a major recipient of Chinese financing, potentially affected by the currency shift.
Jul 12, 2026 · 7 articles
International
Ethiopia: Ethiopia is a member participating in the meeting, benefiting from knowledge sharing on health systems.
South Africa: South Africa is a member participating in the meeting, contributing to discussions on equitable healthcare access.
Jul 21, 2026 · 17 articles
Tech
Ethiopia: Highlands region where malaria risk is increasing by 5% due to climate change.
South Africa: Northeast region and coastal areas face increased malaria risk.
Jul 29, 2026 · 6 articles
International
Ethiopia: Ethiopia>>> is one of ten African countries identified by the United States — Centers for Disease Control and Prevention>>> as being at risk of Ebola infection due to the regional spread.
South Africa: South Africa, through its epidemiologists, is observing the Ebola outbreak and providing expert commentary on its rapid spread and challenges.
May 21, 2026 · 627 articles
International
Ethiopia: Ethiopia is one of the 11 major emerging economies comprising BRICS, participating in the agriculture meeting.
South Africa: South Africa is a member country of BRICS participating in the agriculture meeting to discuss global agricultural issues.
Jun 08, 2026 · 34 articles
Accidents
Ethiopia: Ethiopia is hosting the headquarters of the African counterpart to the European Union — European Centre for Disease Prevention and Control, where an expert is being deployed.
South Africa: South Africa has pledged $2.5 million to support the Ebola response, contributing to international efforts to contain the outbreak.
May 15, 2026 · 446 articles
International
Ethiopia: Ethiopia, like other African nations, is experiencing higher jet fuel prices and supply disruptions due to the Iran war, affecting its aviation sector.
South Africa: South Africa is among the African countries that could benefit from increased refined fuel supply from Nigeria's Dangote Petroleum Refinery, mitigating the impact of the Iran war on fuel prices.
May 05, 2026 · 374 articles
International
Ethiopia: As a BRICS member, Ethiopia participated in the meeting, supporting the bloc's digital initiatives.
South Africa: As a BRICS member, South Africa participated in the meeting, supporting the bloc's digital initiatives.
Aug 20, 2026 · 26 articles
Business
Ethiopia: Ethiopia is included; the infrastructure may help reduce high remittance costs.
South Africa: South Africa is a key African market; the expansion enables faster payments between South African businesses and other African counterparts.
Jul 28, 2026 · 6 articles
International
Ethiopia: Ethiopia is a member of BRICS+; mentioned as part of the expanded group.
South Africa: South Africa is a BRICS member; it joined the group in 2010.
Apr 20, 2026 · 6 articles
Accidents
Ethiopia: Ethiopia>>> is one of ten African countries identified by the United States — Centers for Disease Control and Prevention>>> as being at elevated risk of Ebola transmission due to cross-border population movement.
South Africa: South Africa's President, Cyril Ramaphosa, is the African Union Champion for Pandemic Preparedness, Prevention and Response and was consulted on the PHECS declaration.
May 18, 2026 · 505 articles
Business
Ethiopia: Safaricom's Ethiopian unit, with about 14 million customers, is a growth market for the combined entity.
South Africa: Vodacom is headquartered in South Africa; the deal expands its footprint beyond its home market.
Jun 30, 2026 · 24 articles
International
Ethiopia: Ethiopia is mentioned as one of the African economies affected by the oil price surge.
Apr 01, 2026 · 6 articles
International
Ethiopia: Ethiopia joined BRICS in 2024 as part of its expansion.
Sep 26, 2025 · 6 articles
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