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Republic of South Africa: Department of International Relations and Cooperation
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South Africa: Deputy Minister Botes to host his Portuguese counterpart for Bilateral Consultations

The Working Visit will serve as an opportunity to review areas of bilateral cooperation, identify opportunities for further cooperation and address challenges impeding progress

The Deputy Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Mr Alvin Botes, will host the Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs and Cooperation of Portugal, Professor Nuno Sampaio, on Thursday, 27 March 2025, in Pretoria. The Working Visit will serve as an opportunity to review areas of bilateral cooperation, identify opportunities…

Republic of South Africa: Department of International Relations and Cooperation
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South Africa: Ministry confirms meeting with Ambassador Rasool

Following the meeting, a formal report will be submitted to President for his consideration

The Ministry of International Relations and Cooperation confirms that Minister Ronald Lamola has met with Ambassador Ebrahim Rasool, following his return from the United States of America. Following the meeting, a formal report will be submitted to President for his consideration. Pending this, the Ministry or Department will not engage…

Republic of South Africa: Department of International Relations and Cooperation
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South Africa observes Commonwealth Day

South Africa attaches great importance to the role of the Commonwealth to promote and protect the values and principles set out in the Commonwealth Charter

On 10 March 2025, member countries of the Commonwealth will commemorate Commonwealth Day. Commonwealth Day is the annual celebration observed by people all over the Commonwealth in Africa, Asia, the Caribbean, Americas, as well as the Pacific and Europe. Commonwealth Day is celebrated to renew our bond with the Organisation,…

Republic of South Africa: Department of International Relations and Cooperation
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Minister Lamola to host his Cuban counterpart for Bilateral Consultations

South Africa and Cuba are bound by ties of culture, history, shared struggles, international solidarity and a joint commitment to advance the development agenda of the Global South

The Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Mr Ronald Lamola, will host the Foreign Minister of the Republic of Cuba, HE Mr Bruno Rodriquez Parrilla, on 10 March 2025 for Bilateral Talks in Pretoria. The Working Visit will provide an opportunity for the two Ministers to strengthen South Africa-Cuba strategic…

Republic of South Africa: Department of International Relations and Cooperation
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South Africa notes the decision by the United States Government to withdraw from the Just Energy Transition Partnership

With the USA withdrawal, associated financial pledges are also withdrawn

USA President Donald Trump signed Executive Order 14162 in terms of which the United States is engaging in a re-prioritisation exercise and is thus revoking and rescinding the U.S. International Climate Finance Plan issued by the previous administration, including policies that were implemented to advance JETP. As a result, effective…

Republic of South Africa: Department of International Relations and Cooperation
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South Africa congratulates Ms Mataboge on her election to the African Union (AU) Commission

Ms Mataboge, who currently holds the position of Deputy Director General in the Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (the dtic), boasts an impressive track record

The Government of the Republic of South Africa congratulates Ms Lerato Mataboge on her historic election to the position Commissioner for Infrastructure and Energy of the African Union (AU). Ms Mataboge, who currently holds the position of Deputy Director-General in the Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (the dtic), boasts…

Republic of South Africa: Department of International Relations and Cooperation
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Media Statement on the 46th Ordinary Session of the Executive Council of the African Union to be held in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, on 12 and 13 February 2025

The Council will convene under the agreed AU theme for 2025, Justice for Africans and People of African Descent Through Reparations, which will be officially launched by the Assembly

The Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Minister Ronald Lamola, has arrived in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, leading the South African delegation to the 46th Ordinary Session of the Executive Council of the AU on 12 and 13 February 2025. The Council will convene under the agreed AU theme for 2025, Justice…

Republic of South Africa: Department of International Relations and Cooperation
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Government of South Africa notes the United States of America (USA) Executive Order

South Africa remains committed to finding diplomatic solutions to any misunderstandings or disputes

The Government of South Africa has taken note of the latest executive order issued by President Trump. It is of great concern that the foundational premise of this order lacks factual accuracy and fails to recognise South Africa’s profound and painful history of colonialism and apartheid. We are concerned by…

Republic of South Africa: Department of International Relations and Cooperation
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South Africa: Statement on further engagements with the United States of America (USA)

Our G20 Presidency, is not confined to just climate change but also equitable treatment for nations of the Global South, ensuring an equal global system for all

Minister of International Relations and Cooperation has noted a tweet by Secretary of State of the United States of America, Mr Rubio. Minister Lamola says, “We are a sovereign and democratic country committed to human dignity, equality, and rights, championing non-racialism and non-sexism while placing our constitution and the rule…

Republic of South Africa: Department of International Relations and Cooperation
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South Africa: Minister Lamola extends congratulations to Mozambique’s Minister of Foreign Affairs

Ambassador Lucas served as Ambassador to South Africa since March 2023 and has been instrumental in deepening South Africa’s relations with the Republic of Mozambique

Minister Lamola has extended his congratulations to Ambassador Maria Manuela dos Santos Lucas on her appointment as Minister of Foreign Affairs and Cooperation for the Republic of Mozambique. Ambassador Lucas served as Ambassador to South Africa since March 2023 and has been instrumental in deepening South Africa’s relations with the…

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