UN IN SOUTH AFRICA EXPRESSES CONDOLENCES FOR EASTERN CAPE FLOODS
The United Nations in South Africa expresses its heartfelt condolences to the families and communities affected by the devastating floods that have swept across parts of the Eastern Cape, tragically claiming many lives, destroying schools and displacing hundreds. On behalf of the United Nations Country Team, the UN Resident Coordinator, Mr. Nelson Muffuh, extends deepest […]
SA EXPRESSES CONCERN AT THE MEASURES TAKEN AGAINST JUDGES OF THE INTERNATIONAL CRIMINAL COURT (ICJ)
The Government of the Republic of South Africa expresses its deep concern at the decision of the United States of America to sanction four judges of the International Criminal Court (ICC). These measures, in addition to those imposed earlier on the Prosecutor, represent a direct affront to the principles of international justice and the rule […]
SOUTH AFRICA EXTENDS CONDOLENCES TO INDIA FOLLOWING CRASH OF AIR INDIA FLIGHT 171
The South African Government and the people of South Africa wish to express its sincere condolences to the Government and people of India following the crash of an India Airlines aeroplane just after take-off from Ahmedabad, India, earlier today. Flight AI171 was traveling from Ahmedabad to London when it crashed in a residential area […]
TETE DIJANA TRIUMPHS AT THE 2025 COMRADES MARATHON AS NORTH WEST SHINES
The North West Acting Premier Kenetswe Mosenogi congratulates Tete Dijana on his remarkable victory at the 2025 Comrades Marathon. Dijana has once again made the North West province proud by securing his third Comrades Marathon title, having previously won in 2022 and 2023. Notably, the North West province dominated the top finishers, with four athletes […]
DEMOCRATIC VICTORY IN VENEZUELA MARKS A NEW PHASE IN DEEPENING SOVEREIGHNTY
Once again, Venezuela has demonstrated the peaceful and democratic nature of its people in the face of violent fascist extremism. In a historic event, Venezuelans reaffirmed their irrevocable commitment to deepening the model of direct democracy that is being built within communities—far removed from the bourgeois vision of politics. On this path, the Bolivarian Revolution […]
MINISTER LAMOLA MOUNRS MA SHOPE AND SAYS DIRCO WILL CONTINUE ASSOCIATION
The Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Mr Ronald Lamola, joins the country in mourning the passing of anti-apartheid veteran Gertrude Shope, who passed away on 22 May 2025 aged 99. Shope lived an extra-ordinary life as a teacher, trade unionist, chief representative of the ANC, President of the ANC Women’s League and Member of […]
SA GOV ENGAGES USA ON RESETTLEMENT CONCERNS
The Ministry of International Relations and Cooperation confirms that Deputy Minister Alvin Botes held a cordial discussion with the United States Deputy Secretary of State Christopher Landau on the 9th May 2025. The discussion follows engagements via the diplomatic channels where in the government expressed concerns with the information conveyed that the United States has […]
DR GOMOLEMO MOKAE’S 2ND MEMORIAL
Yesterday May the 7th 2025, our now crossed over Cde Dr Gomolemo Mokae was remembered in a heart warming ceremony at the State Theatre in Pretoria. Those who loved and lived with him came from far and near to honor this Gentle Giant who was an Octopus of a soul. Dr Mokae fitted everywhere as […]
MINISTER NZIMANDE ESTABLISHES WORKING GROUP ON SCIENCE, TECH AND INNOVATION FUNDING
The Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation, Prof. Blade Nzimande has noted with concern the recent announcement by the United States government to terminate research funding support for key biomedical, health and related collaborative programmes involving US and South African-based institutions and scientists. Minister Nzimande noted that “the abrupt withdrawal of funding will not only […]
PRESIDENT ZELENSKY’S REMARKS ON HIS STATE VISIT TO SA
“Today it is an honour for me to be on my first visit to your country, and even more so on the eve of Freedom Day. This is a holiday that reflects the main values of your people and connects us with you. Our desire for freedom, our desire for independence, for equality and respect […]
ZELENSKY ABRUPTLY CANCELS PART OF HIS VISIT TO SA, RETURNS TO UKRAINE
Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky has cut short his visit to the Republic of South Africa and is returning to Ukraine after a meeting with South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, Ukrainian media said. “The Ukrainian Foreign Minister will hold all necessary meetings in South Africa,” Volodymyr Zelensky wrote on his Telegram channel. He arrived in Pretoria […]
PRESIDENT RAMAPHOSA INITIATES CONSULTATION FOR APPOINTMENT OF DEPUTY CHIEF JUSTICE
President Cyril Ramaphosa has initiated consultation with the Judicial Service Commission and leaders of political parties represented in the National Assembly on the appointment of a Deputy Chief Justice. Section 174(3) of the Constitution provides that the President as head of the national executive, after consulting the Judicial Service Commission and the leaders of parties […]