South Africa’s participation at the World Economic Forum in Davos has yielded a range of political, economic and strategic outcomes, particularly in shaping international perceptions and strengthening engagement with global investors and policymakers. While Davos is not typically a platform where formal agreements are signed, its value lies in agenda-setting, confidence-building and relationship-deepening — areas in which South Africa’s delegation focused its efforts. Mbuyiseni Ndlozi is in conversation with Dirco Spokesperson, Chrispin Phiri