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<p>In this segment of CNBC Africa In Conversation we speak to the Chairman of Exxaro and Telkom, Geoffrey Qhena about South Africa&#8217;s thorny relationship with the United States, strategies South Africa should pursue during these challenging times and how to strengthen the collaboration between the private and the government.</p>


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In Conversation with the Chairman of Exxaro and Telkom, Geoffrey Qhena

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<p>Addressing climate change has prompted a systemic shift toward a green global economy, especially in developing nations rich in the critical minerals that are essential for low-carbon technologies. The session will underscore the need for cross-sectoral support to enable climate resilience, and discussions will center on the importance of the NCQG as a mechanism to channel resources effectively toward developing economies.</p>


Advancing global climate resilience through EU-S.A collaboration on critical minerals value chain

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<p>Coming from the 55th Annual Meeting of the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland, we bring messages from two key South African business leaders around positioning the country on the global stage. Key themes are plans for the G20 Summit, energy, infrastructure, technology and encouraging young entrepreneurs.</p>


Focus On: Elevating South Africa at the World Economic Forum 2025

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<p>Highlights from the glittering 12th All Africa Business Leaders Awards (AABLA) filmed in front of an esteemed Pan African audience of government officials, ambassadors, entrepreneurs, CEOs and leading voices in corporate Africa. Meet the finalists and the winners from the four corners of the continent.</p>


Special highlights of the 12th All Africa Business Leaders Awards

<p>Land Bank CEO Tshokolo Nchocho has been appointed the new CEO of the Industrial Development Corporation, he replaces Geoffrey Qhena, who was at the helm for 13 years.</p>
<p>Nchocho has both academic qualifications and extensive experience in development finance and banking. He holds a B Com from the University of the North, a Master of Business Leadership from UNISA and a Masters degree in Development Finance from the University of London; and an Advanced Management Programme from the Harvard Business School. His experience in development finance and banking stretches over a 28-year period, including a lengthy period at the Development Bank of Southern Africa and as the CEO of the Land Bank.</p>
<p>The board is yet to finalise Nchocho’s commencement date at the IDC.</p>
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<p>Under Qhena&#8217;s watch, investment in green energy has increased significantly and the IDC introduced its black industrialists programme.</p>
<p>In the past five years the IDC investment commitments totalled R72 billion, an increase of 30% compared to the previous corresponding period. These investments in turn attracted a large level of private sector investments, bringing the investment level to R176 billion and creating or saving 105 822 direct jobs.</p>


IDC appoints new CEO

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<p>Geoffrey Qhena has resigned as CEO of IDC, Qhena stepped down after a 13-year period at the helm, he joins CNBC Africa to discuss his legacy.</p>


Geoffrey Qhena reminisces on his journey at the IDC

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<p>Geoffrey Qhena has resigned as CEO of IDC, Qhena stepped down after a 13-year period at the helm, he joins CNBC Africa to discuss his legacy.</p>


Why IDC CEO Geoffrey Qhena is stepping down after 13 years at the helm

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<p>CNBC Africa’s Bronwyn Nieslsen caught up with Geoffrey Qhena, CEO of IDC to discuss investments on the African continent.</p>


SA companies urged to cash in on the rapid rise in renewables

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<p>South Africa&#8217;s Industrial Development Corporation released its financial results in Polokwane yesterday with the key highlights including a profit growth to R2.2 billion and an increase in funding approvals to R15.3 billion.</p>


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In Conversation with the Chairman of Exxaro and Telkom, Geoffrey Qhena

Advancing global climate resilience through EU-S.A collaboration on critical minerals value chain

Focus On: Elevating South Africa at the World Economic Forum 2025

Special highlights of the 12th All Africa Business Leaders Awards

IDC appoints new CEO

Geoffrey Qhena reminisces on his journey at the IDC

Why IDC CEO Geoffrey Qhena is stepping down after 13 years at the helm

SA companies urged to cash in on the rapid rise in renewables

IDC delivers strong results despite tough market

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In Conversation with the Chairman of Exxaro and Telkom, Geoffrey Qhena

Advancing global climate resilience through EU-S.A collaboration on critical minerals value chain

Focus On: Elevating South Africa at the World Economic Forum 2025

Special highlights of the 12th All Africa Business Leaders Awards

IDC appoints new CEO

Geoffrey Qhena reminisces on his journey at the IDC

Why IDC CEO Geoffrey Qhena is stepping down after 13 years at the helm

SA companies urged to cash in on the rapid rise in renewables

IDC delivers strong results despite tough market

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