Africa: South Africa Remains Committed to Ozone Protection and Climate Action

South Africa recently participated in the 36th Meeting of the Parties to the Montreal Protocol on Substances that Deplete the Ozone Layer (MOP 36) in Bangkok, Thailand. Read more »

Africa: Africa Calls for Funding of Just Transition

The Minister of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment, Dr Dion George, has called for urgent action to reduce the cost of capital to fund pathways towards a just transition. Read more »

Africa: Presidency Asserts Stance On South Africa's Foreign Policy

The Presidency has reaffirmed South Africa's commitment to a foreign policy grounded in solidarity, peace, equality, human rights and sustainable development for the benefit of… Read more »

Africa: South Africa's Potential for Oil and Gas 'Significant' - Mantashe

Mineral and Petroleum Resources Minister Gwede Mantashe says the discovery of gas and condensate from two exploration wells in the South Outeniqua Basin are proof that South… Read more »

Africa: SA, AU Commission to Hold Consultative Meeting On the G20

The Director-General of the Department of International Relations and Cooperation, Zane Dangor who serves as South Africa's G20 Sherpa, will host consultations on the G20 with his… Read more »

Africa: African Leaders Meet On Mpox

President Cyril Ramaphosa says as the continent tackles Mpox, Africa needs to learn from the COVID-19 pandemic. Read more »

Africa: South Africa Commits Support for South Sudan

South Africa will continue to support the Republic of South Sudan in its efforts for peace, democracy and development. Read more »

Africa: China Looks to Elevate Relations With African Countries

President Cyril Ramaphosa has welcomed the proposal by Chinese President Xi Jinping to elevate China's bilateral relations with African countries which have diplomatic ties with… Read more »

Africa: Africa Stands At the Centre of SA's Foreign Policy - President Ramaphosa

President Cyril Ramaphosa has asserted that Africa stands firmly at the centre of South Africa's foreign policy. Read more »

Africa: Progress Made in China-Africa Trade

With trade between China and Africa reaching a record high of $282.1 billion last year, China's Ambassador to South Africa Wu Peng has highlighted the effects of enhancing… Read more »

Africa: President Ramaphosa Raises Concern Over Rise of Mpox in AU Region

President Cyril Ramaphosa has expressed deep concern about the rapid spread of Mpox across the African Union (AU) region, as both cases and deaths continue to surge, reflecting a… Read more »

Africa: 200 Oil Producers, Stakeholders From Southern Africa Gather in Pretoria

The Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (dtic) will this week host the 3rd South African Conference on Essential and Vegetable Oils, bringing together 200 oil producers… Read more »

Africa: Investment in Rail Critical for Africa's Socio-Economic Growth

President of the Southern African Railways Association (SARA), Hishaam Emeran, has called on the African continent to harness the potential of rail as it has a critical role to… Read more »

Africa: Nigeria-SA Relations Critical for Africa's Success

President Cyril Ramaphosa has emphasised that understanding and partnership between South Africa and Nigeria is critical for the success of the African continent. Read more »

Africa: South Africa's Constitution Charts Our Way

South Africa recently concluded its seventh democratic general elections, ushering in a new chapter in our democracy, as there was no outright majority winner. While this may in… Read more »

Africa: African Academic Sector Preps for 40th Aeaa Conference

Umalusi CEO Dr Mafu Rakometsi says the EXCO of the Association for Educational Assessment in Africa (AEAA) is satisfied with the progress made in preparation of the hosting of the… Read more »

Africa: It's Time for Africa!

The official launch of South Africa's first shipment and preferential trading under the African Continental Free Trade Agreement (AfCFTA) on 31 January 2024, at the Port of Durban… Read more »

Africa: Minister Lamola to Lead South Africa's Delegation to the Hague

Minister of Justice and Correctional Services Ronald Lamola will lead South Africa's delegation to the Peace Palace, which houses the United Nations International Court of Justice,… Read more »

Africa: SA Remains the Preferred Investment Destination in Africa

President Cyril Ramaphosa has emphasised that South Africa remains one of the preferred investment destinations and is an important gateway for markets and other business… Read more »

Africa: AGOA Benefits Extend Beyond Trade

Economies in Sub-Saharan countries stand to benefit far more from the African Growth and Opportunity Act (AGOA) than notable trade statistics, says President Cyril Ramaphosa. Read more »

Africa: U.S. Reiterates Commitment to Strengthen Relations With Africa

United States of America Trade Representative, Katherine Tai, has reiterated her country's commitment to strengthen the U.S.-Africa trade and investment relationship to deliver… Read more »

Africa: Continent Can Produce More Energy Than It Needs - South African Electricity Minister

Africa can produce more energy than it requires within the next 30 years if it takes advantage of its natural resources. Read more »

Africa: President Cyril Ramaphosa Advocates for Dialogue

President Cyril Ramaphosa has urged the international community to do everything within its means to enable meaningful dialogue between warring parties, while refraining from… Read more »

Africa: Africa Ready for New Investment - Ramaphosa

President Cyril Ramaphosa has told American business representatives that Africa is ready for new investment and strong partnerships. Read more »

Africa: South Africa Awarded Chairship of the Africa Green Hydrogen Alliance

South Africa will use its Chairship of the Africa Green Hydrogen Alliance (AGHA) to advance the green hydrogen agenda on the continent and support opportunities for peer-to-peer… Read more »