This platform features Joint Research Centre (JRC) data, tools, partnerships, and stories developed in-house or with African and international partners. It provides a single entry-point to the wealth of European Commission knowledge on Africa and aims to support the European Union (EU) objective of deepening the partnership with Africa.

South Africa is the second largest economy in Sub-Saharan Africa and EU’s largest trading partner on the continent.

EU trade relations with South Africa. Facts, figures and latest developments.

The Global Gateway Africa – Europe Investment Package aims to support Africa for a strong, inclusive, green and digital recovery and transformation.

The EU and South Africa have had a strong and positive relationship as international partners since the advent of South Africa's democracy in 1994, based on the shared values of democracy, human rights, equality and sovereignty. A strategic partnership was established in 2007 to boost the bilateral relationship across all sectors. Summits, ministerial meetings and Joint Cooperation Councils take place regularly and draw on our sectoral dialogues and meetings, covering issues including, but not limited to, peace and security, human rights, trade and investment, sustainable development, education and training, and science and technology.

The EU Delegation to South Africa works to implement the overarching Trade, Development and Cooperation Agreement between the partners.

South Africa's mission in Brussels is the sole South African representation in the European Union.

Access to the European Commission Country Knowledge Portal is restricted.