Twenty-five countries are currently on the waitlist to join the BRICS group of emerging economies, with new members expected to be ushered into the club at the Summit in Kazan, the South Africa ’s envoy said.

EghtesadOnline: Iran Chamber of Commerce, Industries, Mines and Agriculture has revived the Iran- South Africa Commerce Committee upon the requests of Iranian traders.

EghtesadOnline: A delegation from Trade and Investment South Africa paid a visit to Tehran Chamber of Commerce, Industries, Mines and Agriculture last week to meet with private sector economic players and assess South Africa ’s trade relationship with Iran.

EghtesadOnline: South Africa ’s MTN, which has been prevented by US sanctions from repatriating profits from its Irancell partnership, is reinvesting its profits in Iran, the MTN-Irancell CEO said.

EghtesadOnline: Iran’s SAIPA and South Africa n car manufacturer Mureza are to jointly produce vehicles in Zimbabwe.

EghtesadOnline: The South Africa n government has reiterated its commitment to supporting Iran in the sanctions era despite challenges while underlining the importance of diplomacy in resolving international issues.