Embassy of Finland in Pretoria - Suomen suurlähetystö Pretoriassa

02/09/2026

Finland and South Africa launched their joint mentoring programme for young mediators in Pretoria in 2025. Fifteen young people from across the world are participating in the one-year programme to deepen their expertise in mediation. This week, they are meeting in Helsinki for the fourth, and final, in-person phase of the programme. 🇫🇮🌍🇿🇦

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Finland and South Africa launched their joint mentoring programme for young mediators in Pretoria, South Africa, in...

01/09/2026

📢 Ulkoministeriö hakee johtavaa erityisasiantuntijaa Pretorian-suurlähetystöön määräaikaiseen virkaan 1.12.2026 alkaen tai sopimuksen mukaan.

Johtava erityisasiantuntija vastaa Team Finland -verkoston vienninedistämistoiminnan koordinoinnista ja kehittämisestä Afrikassa. Tehtävässä korostuvat Team Finland -maajohtajien eli edustuston päälliköiden strateginen tukeminen vienninedistämistyössä, suurlähetystöjen vienninedistämistiimien toiminnan ohjaaminen yhteistyössä suurlähettiläiden kanssa sekä osallistuminen toimialatyöhön.

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Avoin työpaikka: Johtava erityisasiantuntija (Team Finland -verkostojohtaja), Pretoria, Ulkoministeriö - Valtiolle.fi:stä löydät valtion avoimet työpaikat.

30/08/2026

Finland and the European Union celebrate 30 years of the South African constitution. This week the constitution reminds us of every citizen's right to free, fair and regular elections. 🇪🇺 🇫🇮

27/08/2026

The Team Finland network is organising a business delegation visit to South Africa on 23-26 November, led by Minister for Foreign Trade and Development Ville Tavio.

The visit offers Finnish companies an excellent opportunity to explore new business prospects, strengthen partnerships and engage directly with key decision-makers and industry stakeholders in one of Africa’s most advanced and dynamic economies.

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The Team Finland network is organising a business delegation visit to South Africa on 23-26 November 2026, led by...

25/08/2026

Two years of research by Team Finland South Africa's latest study on Africa's data centre sector and the conclusion is clear: Finnish companies have a real window of opportunity but it won't stay open long.

Here's a fact many haven't caught yet: equipment made in Vantaa is already running inside Africa's largest data centre complex.
The bigger picture: Africa's data centre capacity is set to triple by 2030, with four major projects already in planning across Morocco, Egypt, and South Africa.
Technical specifications are being finalized now.
This is a critical moment for Finnish firms in electrical engineering, cooling, network infrastructure, building systems, and design consultancy.
Our new market study maps these opportunities project by project, company by company.

Join us in Helsinki on August 27 for the full findings.
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24/08/2026

З Днем Незалежності! Finland congratulates Ukraine and the Ukrainian people on your 35th Independence Day!

Our friendship goes back to 1918, and we have stood by your side throughout your years of independence.

We honour the courage and determination Ukrainians show every day in defending their freedom and independence.

Together with our partners, we will continue to support Ukraine, strengthen resilience that benefits us all, and work towards a just and lasting peace.

Finland stands with Ukraine today, tomorrow, and for as long as it takes.

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21/08/2026

Finland's school cellphone ban is already showing positive results. Teachers report calmer classrooms, better concentration and more lively break times, with students playing sports and spending time together instead of scrolling on their phones. 📚⚽

Finland's Education Minister Anders Adlercreutz says the goal is not to reject technology, but to help children develop the ability to focus, think deeply and learn effectively.

📸 Shelley Christians/Education Desk

⬇️ Read the full story on Education Desk: https://educationdesk.org/2026/08/20/finland-minister-hails-school-cellphone-ban-break-times-are-full-of-noise/

19/08/2026

Finnish Minister of Education Anders Adlercreutz met Minister of Higher Education Buti Manamela in Cape Town this week

19/08/2026

Today marks the World Humanitarian Day 🌍🤝📦

Humanitarian needs are rising, while delivering aid is becoming more dangerous. Humanitarian workers provide life-saving assistance to people affected by conflicts, disasters and other crises around the world.

On this day, we recognize their work, stand in solidarity with people affected by crises, and reaffirm the importance of protecting civilians and humanitarian workers everywhere.

17/08/2026

🇫🇮🤝🇿🇦 Powering Africa's Digital Future

South Africa is emerging as Africa's data centre hub — and Finland brings the sustainable tech to match the ambition.

From energy-efficient cooling to green infrastructure expertise, Team Finland South Africa is connecting Finnish innovation with South Africa's booming digital economy.

Read our market opportunities to learn more
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