The Department of International Relations and Cooperation announces that the situation in Libya has deteriorated to the extent that an evacuation of non-essential staff and dependents from our mission in Tripoli has become inevitable. A core group of dedicated officials under the leadership of Ambassador Mohammed Dangor shall remain in place.
The dire circumstances of between thirty and forty South Africans in Libya and their inability to depart have been of great concern to government. The government has accordingly activated the process for a relief flight to Tripoli to fetch those nationals to safety.
Arrangements are being coordinated between the South African National Defence Force and the Department of International Relations and Cooperation, in close liaison with our Embassy in Tripoli.
For Further Information Please Contact:
Clayson Monyela
Cell:082 884 5974
