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The Ireland South Africa Business Association (ISABA) was established as a non profit organisation in September 1993 to promote trade and commerce between Ireland and South Africa. Membership comprises of individuals and corporate members.

The members of the Council, who are elected by the membership at the annual general meeting, plan policy and activities of the Association. The Council elects a Chairman and Vice Chairman who in turn appoint special interest subcommittees. The secretary of the association Ms Yolande Bell, carries out the operational work of the Association.

The aims of the Association are:-
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To promote greater economic and business ties between Ireland and South Africa.
     
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To support the South African Embassy’s efforts to increase trade, commerce and tourism between Ireland and South Africa.
     
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To promote and foster mutual understanding between the peoples of both countries and in particular to encourage cultural exchange.
     
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To further the links between Ireland and South Africa in all ways open to the Association.
     
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To promote Ireland as a base for EU activity.

The benefits of membership of the Association are:-
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Network with like-minded business associates who share your interests in South Africa at a range of ISABA events throughout the year.
     
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Remain up to date on latest business news and sectoral developments in South Africa through regular monthly ISABA E-zines and other communications throughout the year.
     
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Keep abreast of the political and economic environment in South Africa through ISABA’s close links with leading South African economists and political commentators.
     
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Be among the first in Ireland to hear of new opportunities in one of the most exciting emerging markets in the world
     
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Access everything you need to know about doing business in South Africa through the members section of the ISABA website www.isaba.org


Working closely with both embassies and key trade organisations, ISABA organises regular business and social events providing valuable networking opportunities for members, interested parties and business people visiting Ireland.

Activities include organising business briefings, networking events and seminars and maintaining and building links with other relevant bodies.
 
 
 
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