Gauteng launches inaugural Investment Conference with ambitious R300 billion pledge target

By Siyabonga Sithole | Published Apr 2, 2025

Gauteng is poised to secure over R300 billion in investment pledges from more than 50 companies at Thursday's inaugural Investment Conference at Melrose Arch. Top government officials including Deputy President Mashatile and Premier Lesufi will outline plans to transform the province's economy, create jobs, and address infrastructure challenges as South Africa's economic powerhouse aims to double its R1. 1 trillion economy.