Africa Day commemorates the founding in 1963 of the Organisation of African Unity, the forerunner to the African Union.
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Statement by the Prime Minister on Africa Day
The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement on Africa Day: “Today, we celebrate Africa Day and the founding of the Organization of African Unity 59 years ago,
Continue readingCelebrating the 20th anniversary of the AU
Minister Naledi Pandor, will speak at two events in Cape Town this week marking the 20th anniversary of the launch of the African Union (AU). At both events, invited guests include academic officials, students, think tanks, members of Parliament’s Portfolio Committee and civil society.
Continue readingDIRCO continues to consolidate foreign policy
Minister Pandor was speaking during a presentation of her department’s Budget Vote to the Portfolio Committee on International Relations and Cooperation. The budget has increased by at least 1.3% from the 2021/21 financial year to about R6.6 billion in this financial year.
Continue readingSouth Africa marks Africa Month
The annual Africa Month – and Africa Day on Wednesday, 25 May – is being celebrated under the theme: “The Year of Nutrition: Strengthening resilience in nutrition and food security on the African continent”.
Continue readingOperation Vulindlela growing SA economy
A fully operational e-Visa system has been launched in 14 countries, including some of the country’s largest tourist markets. “A comprehensive review of the work visa system is also underway to enable us to attract the skills that our economy needs,” the President said.
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