« Go back Italy attracts capital from South Africa
The strengthening of economic relations between Italy and South Africa reached a key milestone with the organization of the Italian Investor Visa Roadshow in Johannesburg. This initiative, promoted by the Italian Embassy, aims to showcase opportunities within the Italian production system to local businesses and investors, with a specific focus on the Investor Visa for Italy program.
The event highlighted Italy's position as a priority destination for South African capital directed toward Europe. The Investor Visa program represents a fast-track for non-EU citizens intending to invest in strategic assets, innovative startups, or government bonds. This tool not only facilitates capital entry but also creates a direct bridge for industrial partnerships in the technology, energy, and advanced manufacturing sectors.
For Italian companies, the roadshow signals strong dynamism in the South African market, which serves as a gateway to the entire Southern African region. Interest from local investors toward Made in Italy products is shifting from traditional consumer goods to technological and infrastructural solutions. Italian companies planning to export or establish partnerships in this area can benefit from a climate of renewed confidence and a diplomatic network actively facilitating business matching.
The initiative is part of a broader promotion strategy that will see Italy featured in several international trade fairs and economic forums throughout 2026. The goal is to communicate the solidity of the Italian entrepreneurial fabric to foreign operators, in both the B2B and B2C segments, providing all necessary information regarding tenders, incentives, and favorable tax regimes for those choosing to operate in our country.
Through platforms such as B2B Italia, South African investors and buyers can access a qualified database of Italian suppliers, ensuring transparency and security in transactions. The synergy between the Chambers of Commerce network and diplomatic representations ensures constant support for managing bureaucratic procedures and identifying targeted investment opportunities within regional production districts.