Cape Town:South Africa is set to host the World Economic Forum (WEF) Special Meetings in Cape Town in March 2028. The event is expected to attract leaders from around the globe to discuss and address various issues impacting the global economy.
According to South African Government News Agency, the meeting aims to explore new opportunities for growth and investment and to forge partnerships that can lead to meaningful economic outcomes. This gathering is part of WEF’s efforts to broaden its global engagement beyond the Annual Meeting held in Davos, Switzerland.
The Special Meeting, initially planned for 2027, will now take place from March 27 to 31, 2028, following revisions to the WEF's international meeting schedule. The National Treasury highlighted that hosting this event in South Africa will provide a platform for examining forces reshaping the global economy.