The country recognises the platform as a way to strengthen partnerships, promote investment and showcase its cultural and economic strengths.
Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA), with overseas offices across thecontinent, works with African countries to pursue human security and quality growth.In this video clip, titled Co-creative Innovative Solutions with Africa, Dr TANAKAAkihiko, JICA President, outlines JICA’s approaches to addressing the multipledevelopment challenges facing Africa. Moreover, he proudly shares the solutions emergingfrom collective efforts through both […]
President Ramaphosa’s visit has given a new impetus to the diversification of our bilateral relations, from trade and tourism to arts and culture, thereby heralding a stronger partnership.
Within the framework of the Community of Latin American and Caribbean States (Celac) Closing Summit, chaired by Colombia, the First Celac–Africa High-Level Forum will be convened in Bogotá from 18 to 21 March this year. The forum will bring together heads of state and government from Celac member states and 20 African Union countries, as […]
South Africans often ask a recurring question: What changed in Argentina for the perception of our country’s economy to shift from risk to opportunity in just over two years? The answer is a sequence of bold decisions whose results are becoming visible. The starting point was macroeconomic stabilisation. In 2023, monthly inflation exceeded 25%, international […]
Netherlands Ambassador at Large for Cyber Affairs, H.E. Ernst Noorman pays a week long visit to South Africa to strengthen the partnerships with South Africa through engagements with government, private sector, academia and other key stakeholders in the field of digitilisation.
In the mid-19th century, Sultan Abdulaziz appointed Abu Bakr Effendi as his emissary on a humanitarian and diplomatic mission to the Cape at the Ottoman Empire’s cost. Effendi opened schools to educate the community and attained the desired peaceful relationship among the community despite theological differences. He wrote the first substantial and meaningful work in […]
The Council of Arab Ambassadors in South Africa hosted a high-level engagement with the ANC leadership, led by its secretary general, Fikile Mbalula, at the CT Hotel in Pretoria. The meeting reaffirmed the bonds of solidarity between South Africa and the Arab world and underscored a shared commitment to justice, international law and human rights. […]
In a shifting global landscape, middle-sized economies like Sweden and emerging economies like South Africa are increasingly looking to one another for collaboration in technology, green transition and digital transformation
The events celebrated women’s leadership, national milestones and cultural traditions, highlighting diplomacy’s role in fostering dialogue, unity and shared values across regions
Just as apartheid could not be normalised by time or silence, neither can the systematic denial of human rights in Kashmir
Four EU embassies in SA are supporting rural schools through education initiatives, advancing digital solutions for business growth and promoting clean energy and climate-smart horticulture to drive jobs, skills development and resilient local food systems
On the night of 19 January the Soviet army occupied the cities of Azerbaijan and an unprecedented massacre took place
Today, Côte d’Ivoire stands as a country negotiating growth, memory and ambition
A high-level panel at the Science Forum South Africa has proposed an Erasmus-style qualification scheme for the continent, aimed at addressing persistent brain drain and strengthening scientific collaboration across borders. The forum, held at the CSIR in Pretoria, brought together government representatives, academics and industry leaders to examine how science diplomacy can advance Africa’s research […]
The Embassy of the Dominican Republic in South Africa, led by Ambassador Erika Álvarez Rodríguez, commemorated the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women with a musical tribute in partnership with the UNISA Music Foundation. Observed globally on 25 November, the day was established by the United Nations in 1999 to raise awareness […]
The Embassy of Finland in Pretoria marked its National Day on 2 December 2025 with a gathering that underscored both celebration and diplomatic intent. Hosted by Ambassador H.E. Mr Pekka Metso at his official residence, the event brought together diplomats, government representatives and friends of Finland for an afternoon centred on shared values and prospects […]
The Maritime Business Chamber (MBC) congratulates the Republic of South Africa on the country’s election back to the International Maritime Organization (IMO) Council for the 2026–2027 biennium. This important victory marks South Africa’s return to the IMO’s executive body after previously serving on the Council from 1997 to 2021. The country lost its seat in […]
Human rights defenders play a critical role in driving social change, often working at personal risk to advance justice and accountability. The Human Rights Tulip is an annual award of the Dutch government that recognises and supports individuals who promote and protect human rights around the world. Since 2008, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs has […]
When First Lady Emine Erdoğan arrived in Johannesburg for the 20th G20 Leaders’ Summit, her schedule extended beyond official meetings. She used part of her time in the city to connect with young people, choosing to visit the International Maarif School Johannesburg, one of the Turkish Maarif Foundation’s key education hubs on the continent. Her […]
