SOUTH AFRICA SENDS MESSAGE OF CONDOLENCES TO THAILAND AND MYANMAR FOLLOWING EARTHQUAKE
The Government of the Republic of South Africa expresses its deepest condolences to the peoples of Thailand and Myanmar following the devastating earthquake that has resulted in significant loss of life and extensive damage to property. Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO) Minister Ronald Lamola said: “South Africa stands in solidarity with the affected […]
TOP SA GOVERNMENT OFFICIALS RETURN FROM A SUCCESSFUL UN VISIT
A delegation of senior officials, led by South Africa’s G20 Sherpa and the Director General of the Department of International Relations and Cooperation, Mr. Zane Dangor, visited the United Nations General Assembly to brief them on South Africa’s G20 Presidency. The General Assembly overwhelmingly endorsed the priorities and theme of the South African G20 Presidency. […]
SOUTH AFRICA EXPRESSES CONCERN OVER RISING TENSIONS IN SOUTH SUDAN
The South African government is deeply concerned over the rising tensions in South Sudan, particularly following the arrest of 1st Vice President Dr. Riek Machar. DIRCO’s Minister Ronald Lamola said: “We call upon all stakeholders in South Sudan to prioritise a peaceful resolution to the crisis.” “We further urge all parties to the Revitalized Agreement […]
FORMER PRESIDENT MBEKI TO ADDRESS DIRCO’S ANNUAL PEACE AND SECURITY DIALOGUE
Former President Mbeki to address DIRCO’s inaugural Annual Aziz Pahad Peace, Security and Human Rights Dialogue. The Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO) will host the inaugural Annual Aziz Pahad Peace, Security and Human Rights Dialogue on Monday, 31 March 2025, in Pretoria. Former President Thabo Mbeki will deliver a keynote address at the […]
MINISTRY CONFIRMS MEETING WITH AMBASSADOR RASOOL
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 the President for his consideration. Pending this, the Ministry or Department will not engage in public engagements on […]
PRESIDENT RAMAPHOSA RETURNS FROM INAUGURATION FOR FIRST FEMALE PRESIDENT OF NAMIBIA
President Cyril Ramaphosa has concluded his working visit to the Republic of Namibia where he attended the inauguration ceremony of President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah. The ceremony which coincided with the Republic’s 35th Anniversary of Independence Day was held today, Friday, 21 March 2025 at the State House in Windhoek. The President was accompanied by the Minister […]
DEPUTY PRESIDENT MASHATILE TO UNDERTAKE A WORKING VISIT TO JAPAN
Deputy President Paul Mashatile will on 16 – 19 March 2025, undertake a working visit to Tokyo in Japan, aimed at reaffirming the strong cooperation between South Africa and Japan in areas of mutual interest. The two countries enjoy well established diplomatic relations, and the year 2025 marks 115 years of such relations. The working visit […]
JOBURG MAYOR MORERO NEEDS ALL HELP IN FIGHT TO RECLAIM HIJACKED BUILDINGS
This past Wednesday, the executive mayor of Johannesburg, Dada Morero, made a magnificent stride towards reclaiming hijacked buildings across the sprawling city. He notably led a major raid in the hijacked buildings of the notorious Hillbrow, the epicentre of criminal activities. Hillbrow is amongst the most infamous hotspots for crime in the Gauteng region, notable […]
MINISTER LAMOLA’S STATEMENT ON THE C5 MINISTERIAL MEETING
“I wish to start by commiserating with the people of South Sudan on the tragic killing of young boys from South Sudan in Khartoum. We condemn this act, we are encouraged by the willingness of the Sudanese leadership to investigate this matter and take swift action. We hope this matter can be speedily resolved by […]
DIRCO’S MINISTER LAMOLA IN SUDAN FOR THE C5 MINISTERIAL VISIT
The Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Mr Ronald Lamola, has arrived in Juba, South Sudan, leading a South African government delegation. This visit comes at a crucial time following the decision by the parties to the Revitalised Agreement on the Resolution to the Conflict in South Sudan (R-ARCSS) to extend the mandate of the […]
PRESIDENT RAMAPHOSA ATTENDS MOÇAMBIQUE PRESIDENTIAL INAUGURATION
President Cyril Ramaphosa has arrived in Maputo, today, 15 January 2025, to attend the inauguration of President – Elect of Moçambique, His Excellency Daniel Chapo, following the Presidential, Legislative and Provincial Elections which were held in Moçambique on 9 October 2024. The inauguration of President – Elect Chapo provides an opportunity for all the people […]
SA PLEDGES FULL SUPPORT TO THE UN SECRETARY-GENERAL’S SPECIAL ENVOY IN SYRIA
The South African Government expresses grave concern following the offensive attack on the Governorate of Aleppo and Idlib in the Syrian Arab Republic, which has resulted in the loss of lives, wanton destruction of property, especially critical infrastructure and displacement of people. South Africa pledges full support to the efforts of the UN Secretary-General’s Special […]