Updated Jun 10, 2026
Which blocs and alliances does South Africa belong to?
Every diplomatic bloc and alliance South Africa belongs to — and the allies, rivals, and neighbors that shape its votes.
Bloc memberships
G20
19Premier forum for international economic cooperation, ~85% of global GDP.
BRICS+
9Emerging-economy bloc; expanded in 2024 with new members from Africa and the Gulf.
AU
54Continental union promoting African integration, peace, and a common voice.
NAM
122Largest grouping outside the great-power blocs — around 120 members focused on autonomy.
Allies, rivals & neighbours
Organisation memberships
Memberships
Organizations
UNUNfounding-member · 1945
AUAUmember · 2002
SADCSADCmember · 1994
SACUSACUmember · 1910
BRICSBRICSfounding-member · 2010
G20G20member
CONCONmember · 1994
GO7GO7member
NMNMmember