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The two countries’ foreign ministers have emphasized multilateral coordination at BRICS and the UN.
The controversial trip included nine MPs from the DA, PA, and ACDP - parties with differing stances on the Israel-Palestine conflict - and has sparked tensions within the Government of National Unity coalition.
DA and PA MPs' secret trip to Israel raises eyebrows amid calls for diplomatic suspension.
Democratic Alliance leader John Steenhuisen responds to President Trump's new tariffs on South Africa, urging the country to seek new markets while dispelling misconceptions about land expropriation and economic conditions.
Minister Ronald Lamola rejects allegations of South Africa's prior knowledge of Hamas' October 7 attack on Israel, labelling them as 'lies and propaganda' aimed at tarnishing the country's human rights reputation.
Clarkson Lawson criticises President Donald Trump’s new tariffs, arguing that the administration misrepresents trade deficits as actual tariff rates, warning of significant economic consequences.
Minister Ronald Lamola warns that President Trump's new tariffs could severely impact South Africa's economy, nullifying the benefits of the Africa Growth and Opportunity Act.
Minister Ronald Lamola reaffirms South Africa's commitment to a foreign policy rooted in anti-imperialism, emphasising the importance of international law and economic cooperation with global partners.
ANC NEC member Ronald Lamola stressed that the new South African ambassador to the U. S. will be chosen based on capability, regardless of race, following the expulsion of Ebrahim Rasool.
Minister of International Relations and Cooperation Ronald Lamola emphasised that the country's foreign policy is non-negotiable and constitutionally sound, while addressing concerns about diplomatic relations with the US.
Minister Ronald Lamola asserts South Africa's commitment to its international policy and human rights, despite potential sanctions from the Trump administration.
South Africa remains resolute in its stance against Israel at the ICJ, even as the US threatens to freeze funding. Minister Lamola emphasised that the country's foreign policy is non-negotiable and constitutionally sound, while addressing concerns about diplomatic relations with the US.
South Africa remains resolute in its stance against Israel at the ICJ, even as the US threatens to freeze funding.
Former South African diplomat Dr Kingsley Makhubela discusses nations' rights to expel diplomats, amidst rising tensions following the expulsion of South Africa's ambassador to the US.
Joel Pollak said South Africa has to change the application of its Black Economic Empowerment laws because they discourage American investment.
As South Africa prepares to welcome former Ambassador Ebrahim Rasool, expelled by the US, Dirco initiates steps to find his replacement, raising questions about diplomatic relations.
Lamola affirms Taiwan's relocation in line with South Africa's One-China Policy, allowing flexibility in choosing a new location.
Ronald Lamola criticises the DA's recent US visit, asserting that foreign policy is the executive's domain and highlighting the potential risks to South Africa's international standing.
South African Minister Ronald Lamola prepares to spotlight Africa's escalating humanitarian crises at the G20 Foreign Ministers' meeting, focusing on urgent conflicts in Sudan and DRC while emphasising multilateral solutions amid global tensions.
South Africa may have to plan for all scenarios as the United States (US) government under President Donald Trump takes its time to respond to South Africa's calls for a meeting to discuss the recent tensions between the two nations.
Senior government figures back move for soldiers not to return home despite 14 being killed in combat late last month.
COSATU and the DA engage in a heated debate over labour representation at the G20 summit, highlighting political divisions in South Africa.
Senior government figures back move for soldiers not to return home despite 14 being killed in combat late last month.
Visa Immigration SA managing director Ross Viljoen was reacting to Trump’s executive order opening a floodgate for Afrikaners, aggrieved by their government passing transformation policies, to migrate to America.
The urgent debate in the National Assembly highlighted the political and financial interests behind the South African troop deployment in the DRC.