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India–Mpumalanga: Building on Trade, Opening New Frontiers
BRICS opens doors to a new business era
Business leaders at the India Today BRICS Roundtable in New Delhi explored cross-border opportunities, highlighting how trade,…
Türkiye–South Africa Strategic Communication Partnership: Building Resilience in the Age of AI
As artificial intelligence, digital platforms and rapidly evolving technologies reshape the way societies receive and share information, strategic communication is becoming an…
Where women lead, doors open
The inaugural Diplomatic Women's Forum in Pretoria brought together female ambassadors, business leaders, and policymakers to celebrate leadership, explore conservation…
Empowering boys, building future leaders
The Empowering the Boychild initiative has hosted its milestone 25th workshop in Alexandra, connecting 50 young boys with prominent community leaders, professionals, and mentors…
Jamaica 64 celebrated through sport
The High Commission of Jamaica in Pretoria marked Jamaica's 64th Independence with a vibrant Jamaica 64 Sports Day, bringing together members of the diplomatic community, friends…
Tapping into Africa's potential
Africa's economic narrative is changing — driven not by sentiment but by investment, infrastructure, innovation and a growing determination to turn the continent's enormous…
Portraits of Power celebrates women who changed the course of history
The 'Portraits of Power' exhibition has officially opened at the historic Union Buildings in Pretoria, honouring women who have made significant contributions globally. Hosted by…
Tunisia Bids Farewell to Diplomatic Leader Hasna Tizaoui Dkhillali
The Embassy of Tunisia in South Africa hosted a farewell reception for Deputy Head of Mission Ms Hasna Tizaoui Dkhillali, marking the end of her distinguished diplomatic service…
Singapore Celebrates 61 Years of Independence and Growing Partnership with South Africa
The High Commission of Singapore in Pretoria marked Singapore’s 61st National Day, celebrating the nation's journey since independence and its strengthening partnership with…
Peru celebrates 205 years of independence in Pretoria
The Embassy of the Republic of Peru in South Africa celebrated the 205th Anniversary of the Independence of Peru with a distinguished reception in Pretoria, hosted by ambassador…
SA and Germany deepen strategic partnership
South Africa and Germany have reaffirmed their long-standing relationship, with Minister Ronald Lamola welcoming German Federal Minister for Foreign Affairs Dr Johann Wadephul to…
Egypt celebrates National Day in Pretoria
The Embassy of the Arab Republic of Egypt in South Africa celebrated the 74th anniversary of the July 23 Revolution, marking Egypt’s National Day with an elegant garden reception…
New Pan African Hellenic Cypriot Chamber makes its introduction
The High Commissioner of the Republic of Cyprus to South Africa, Antonis Mandritis, hosted a special luncheon and presentation to introduce the newly established Pan African…
A salute to ambassador Peschke for strengthening partnerships
BMW Montana expresses its gratitude to Ambassador Andreas Peschke for his exceptional contributions to fostering stronger ties between Germany and South Africa, highlighting his…
Sala kahle, Mzansi
Germany's ambassador reflects on five impactful years in South Africa, highlighting the deep and wide-ranging relationship between the two countries, from economic partnerships…
Venezuela marks 215 years of independence with tribute to earthquake victims in Pretoria
The Embassy of Venezuela in Pretoria marked the 215th anniversary of the country’s Declaration of Independence with a solemn commemoration that focused on national resilience,…
Lithuania: Where tradition and innovation meet
In an age where many nations are racing towards digital transformation, few have managed to preserve their cultural identity as successfully as Lithuania. The Baltic nation…
Apsaco 2026 reflects on Africa’s security
The 10th African Peace and Security Annual Conference (Apsaco) in Rabat, Morocco, reviewed a decade of Africa's evolving security landscape. Experts discussed persistent…
Sweden, SA bring youth voices into climate, health policy talks
The Embassy of Sweden and UKZN brought together youth, diplomats, and policymakers to address the critical intersection of climate change, gender equality, and reproductive…