About us

The Chilean-South African Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Tourism (CHISA Chamber) is a non-profit business association founded in SANTIAGO on MAY 30, 1980, by Chilean and South African entrepreneurs.

The Chamber members are South African companies with operations in Chile and Chilean companies with investments in South Arica and/or seeking business opportunities in South Africa, becoming an important commercial and technological transfer platform for its partners and clients.

CHISA Chamber provides professional services ranging from advice in finding business partners, technological solutions, or support in entering new markets to using the Chamber's networks to connect with various sectors.

CHISA Chamber aims to provide South African and Chilean companies with professional support and local knowledge in their respective markets.

MISSION:

"To promote free trade, investment, tourism, and cultural, social, and educational exchange between Chile and South Africa, thereby stimulating the development of prosperous businesses for the economies and peoples of both nations."

Certificate of Incorporation

Juan Alberto Ruíz Cuellar
Juan Alberto Ruíz Cuellar

President

Hernán Vásquez Palma
Hernán Vásquez Palma

Vice President

José Santiago Montt Vicuña
José Santiago Montt Vicuña

Treasurer

Ramón José Rada Jamán
Ramón José Rada Jamán

Secretary

John Byrne Pope
John Byrne Pope

Director

Wynand Adriaan
Wynand Adriaan

Director

Juan Somavía Santa Cruz
Juan Somavía Santa Cruz

Director

Alejandro Eduardo Palma Jara
Alejandro Eduardo Palma Jara

Director