Business and Arts South Africa (BASA) Membership opens the door to an ecosystem of insight and opportunity, where collaboration drives impact and value is unlocked across sectors. Members gain access to strategic networks, sector research and intelligence, partnership facilitation, visibility platforms, and tailored programmes designed to support growth, investment readiness, and meaningful collaboration.
By joining BASA, members become part of a growing national and pan-African movement that is actively reshaping the relationship between business and the arts. This movement is focused on unlocking shared value, driving measurable impact, and enabling long-term, sustainable outcomes for both the creative economy and the broader business landscape.
Our membership offering is designed for individual creatives, small and growing enterprises, and corporates, providing accessible entry points into the creative economy through trusted partnerships, insight-led engagement, and value-driven collaboration.
BASA Connect Membership is the entry point into South Africa’s creative economy. Designed for creatives, entrepreneurs, and small enterprises, it offers access to funding info, masterclasses, insights, and networking opportunities.
It helps members grow, collaborate, and position their work within the broader creative ecosystem — building visibility, empowerment, and sustainable practice.
BASA Connect+ Membership is designed for micro businesses in the creative industries, including entrepreneurs, producers, and registered entities. It supports organisations and institutions that enable creativity to thrive, offering enhanced access to insights, opportunities, and partnerships.
Connect+ helps strengthen capacity, deepen impact, and support growth through structured collaboration.
Corporate Membership positions your organisation at the forefront of South Africa’s creative economy, providing access to insight, influence, and impact.
This tier offers premium access to BASA’s network and ecosystem — including research insights, market intelligence, talent sourcing, and strategic partnership opportunities. It enables corporates to engage meaningfully with the arts while driving brand value, innovation, and social impact.