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Western Cape launches 10th GBV Ambassador Programme with the help of community volunteers

The Western Cape Department of Social Development has launched its 10th GBV Ambassador Programme, empowering 68 volunteers to combat gender-based violence in Cape Town's Metro South region. This initiative aims to raise awareness and support victims, while also addressing concerns about the lack of financial compensation for the ambassadors.

Weekend Argus News
Tracy-Lynn Ruiters|Published

Celebrating 80 years of Russia's Victory Day: A tribute in Pretoria

Ambassadors and dignitaries gathered in Pretoria on Wednesday to commemorate 80 years since the end of World War II, celebrating Victory Day with performances and reflections on the significance of the occasion.

News
Rapula Moatshe|Published

SA sends ambassador to Thailand to assist citizens stranded in Myanmar

Following a devastating earthquake in Myanmar that has left over a thousand dead, South Africa is sending its ambassador to Thailand to assist citizens stranded in the affected region.

Cape Times News
AFP and Gcwalisile Khanyile|Published

Ramaphosa sends aid to help SA citizens in Thailand earthquake crisis

The South African government has dispatched its ambassador to Thailand to assist citizens potentially stranded in Myanmar following a devastating earthquake that has claimed over a thousand lives.

The Star News
Gcwalisile Khanyile|Published

South Africa’s ambassador dispatched to aid citizens amid Myanmar earthquake crisis

The South African government has dispatched its ambassador to Thailand to assist citizens potentially stranded in Myanmar following a devastating earthquake that has claimed over a thousand lives.

News South Africa
Gcwalisile Khanyile|Published

Former President Thabo Mbeki ‘not surprised’ at Rasool's dismissal from the US

Former President Thabo Mbeki said he was not surprised that Ebrahim Rasool, the former ambassador to the United States of America, was expelled by the Trump administration.

News Politics
Robin-Lee Francke|Published

No official US Ambassador to SA yet | Embassy sets record straight on Bozell

The US Embassy in Pretoria has officially clarified that Leo Brent Bozell has not been appointed as ambassador to South Africa, despite recent reports claiming otherwise. The embassy emphasises that the Senate confirmation process must be completed before any nominee can assume the role.

News Politics
Thabo Makwakwa|Published