Southern African-German Chamber of Commerce and Industry
The Southern African-German Chamber of Commerce and Industry (AHK Southern Africa) is a non-profit business organisation dedicated to strengthening economic relations between Germany and countries in the Southern African region. Established in 1952, it forms part of the global network of German Chambers of Commerce Abroad, which operates in over 90 countries worldwide.
Headquartered in Johannesburg, with offices across Southern Africa and in Germany, the Chamber serves as a key platform for bilateral trade and investment. It supports a broad membership base of companies by facilitating market entry, providing business intelligence, and enabling strategic partnerships between German and Southern African organisations.
As an official representative of German business interests abroad, the Chamber plays a central role in promoting Germany as a business destination while also supporting regional economic development. It offers a wide range of services, including market research, trade facilitation, networking opportunities, and advisory support to companies operating across borders.
Through its work, the Chamber contributes to strengthening commercial ties, fostering investment, and enabling sustainable economic growth across the Southern African region.