Visits to foreign countries https://www.gov.za/ en Minister Lynne Brown undertakes working visit to Pakistan, 1 Nov to 3 Nov https://www.gov.za/news/media-advisories/visits-foreign-countries/minister-lynne-brown-undertakes-working-visit <span> Minister Lynne Brown undertakes working visit to Pakistan, 1 Nov to 3 Nov</span> <span><span>lebang</span></span> <span>Tue, 10/31/2017 - 10:49</span> <div class="field field--name-field-gcis-speech-date field--type-datetime field--label-hidden field__item"><time datetime="2017-10-31T12:00:00Z">31 Oct 2017</time></div> <div class="field field--name-body field--type-text-with-summary field--label-hidden field__item"><h3>Minister Brown to visit Pakistan this week</h3> <p>Minister of Public Enterprises Lynne Brown will undertake a working visit to the Islamic Republic of Pakistan from 1 November to 3 November 2017 on the invitation of Pakistan’s Minister of Defence Production, Mr Rana Tanveer Hussain.<br /><br />The purpose of the visit is to explore the potential for cooperation between South Africa’s state-owned arms and defence manufacturer, Denel, and Pakistani companies and its defence force.<br /><br />Denel has a hard-won global reputation for innovation and invention in the sector; it is ranked among the world’s Top 100 arms manufacturers.<br /><br />South Africa and the Islamic Republic of Pakistan have maintained diplomatic relations since 1994. Former President Nelson Mandela visited Pakistan in 1999 and there have been regular high-level engagements between the countries.<br /><br />Bilateral trade between South Africa and Pakistan is on an upward trend, growing from ZAR 2.5B illion in 2016 to ZAR 8 Billion in 2017.<br /><br />“We are very grateful to the Honourable Minister of Defence Production, Mr Rana Tanveer Hussain, for this opportunity to explore the potential to further deepen the relationship between our countries,” Minister Brown said.<br /><br />Minister Brown will lead a delegation to Pakistan that includes the Director- General in her department, Mr Mogokare Richard Seleke, Denel’s Chief<br /> <br />Executive Officer, Mr Zwelakhe Ntshepe, and senior Department and Denel officials.<br /><br />Apart from her meetings with Mr Hussain, the delegation will visit various strategic sites for discussions on potential future cooperation between Denel and the Pakistani Defence Force.<br /><br />Mr Ntshepe, who has been at Denel for 21 years, was officially appointed CEO last week after acting in the capacity. As Acting CEO he spearheaded Denel’s quest to develop new international markets and partnerships, and has been credited with growing Denel’s order book to ZAR 19 Billion.<br /><br />Denel is the largest manufacturer of defence equipment in South Africa, operating in the military aerospace and landward defence environment. It is an important defence contractor both domestically and internationally.<br /><br />It is a key supplier to the South African National Defence Force (SANDF), as an original equipment manufacturer (OEM) and for the overhaul, maintenance, repair, refurbishment and upgrade of equipment in the Defence Force’s arsenal.<br /><br />Internationally, Denel supplies systems and consumables to end users, as well as sub-systems and components to its industrial client base. The company has concluded and successfully manages a number of equity partnerships, joint ventures and cooperation agreements with renowned players in the global defence industry.<br /><br />For enquiries contact:<br />Colin Cruywagen<br />Cell: 082 3779916<br /><br />Richard Mantu<br />Cell: 072 4881520</p> </div> <div class="field field--name-field-speech-event-category field--type-entity-reference field--label-inline clearfix"> <div class="field__label">Event Category</div> <div class="field__item"><a href="https://www.gov.za/event-category/visits-foreign-countries" hreflang="en">Visits to foreign countries</a></div> </div> <div class="field field--name-field-issued-by-source field--type-entity-reference field--label-inline clearfix"> <div class="field__label">Issued by</div> <div class="field__item"><div> <div class="field field--name-field-website-url field--type-link field--label-hidden field__item"><a href="https://dpe.gov.za/Pages/Home.aspx/Pages/Home.aspx/Pages/Home.aspx/Pages/Home.aspx" target="_blank">Department of Public Enterprises</a></div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="field field--name-field-department field--type-entity-reference field--label-inline clearfix"> <div class="field__label">More from</div> <div class="field__item"><a href="https://www.gov.za/taxonomy/term/885" hreflang="en">Department of Public Enterprises</a></div> </div> <div class="field field--name-field-gcis-speech-category field--type-entity-reference field--label-hidden field__item"><a href="https://www.gov.za/taxonomy/term/950" hreflang="en">Media advisories</a></div> Tue, 31 Oct 2017 08:49:41 +0000 lebang 774476 at https://www.gov.za https://www.gov.za/news/media-advisories/visits-foreign-countries/minister-lynne-brown-undertakes-working-visit#comments Minister Lindiwe Sisulu co-chairs South Africa-Russia Intergovernmental Committee on Trade and Economic Cooperation, 19 to 21 Nov https://www.gov.za/news/media-advisories/visits-foreign-countries/minister-lindiwe-sisulu-co-chairs-south-africa <span> Minister Lindiwe Sisulu co-chairs South Africa-Russia Intergovernmental Committee on Trade and Economic Cooperation, 19 to 21 Nov</span> <span><span>lebang</span></span> <span>Fri, 11/16/2018 - 10:31</span> <div class="field field--name-field-gcis-speech-date field--type-datetime field--label-hidden field__item"><time datetime="2018-11-16T12:00:00Z">16 Nov 2018</time></div> <div class="field field--name-body field--type-text-with-summary field--label-hidden field__item"><h3>Minister Sisulu to travel to Moscow for the annual meeting of the SA-Russia Intergovernmental Committee on Trade and Economic Co-operation</h3> <p>International Relations and Cooperation Minister Lindiwe Sisulu will undertake a visit to Moscow, Russian Federation, where she will co-chair the 15th session of the annual South Africa-Russia Intergovernmental Committee on Trade and Economic Co-operation (ITEC), scheduled for 19-21 November 2018. The South Africa-Russia Business Forum will take place on the margins of ITEC and present its report to the Ministerial Plenary session on 21 November 2018.</p> <p>The ITEC, co-chaired by Minister Sisulu and the Russian Minister of Natural Resources and Environment, Minister Dmitry Kobylkin, takes place within the context of the bilateral Agreement that was signed in 1999 and revived in 2002 to give impetus to the political commitment between the two countries to broaden and deepen their relations. These engagements are further guided by the Treaty of Friendship and Partnership signed in September 2006, as well as by the Declaration of Strategic Partnership signed in March 2013 in Durban, South Africa.<br /><br />The ITEC forum is comprised of a number of sub-committees, amongst them the committees on Trade, Investment and Banking Co-operation; Mineral Resources; Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries; Water Resources; Science, Technology and Space; Energy; Justice;  and Higher Education.<br /><br />During the 14th ITEC Session in South Africa, an assessment of progress was made and other new possible areas of co-operation were explored. Both sides noted the remarkable progress achieved by most Sub-Committees of ITEC and there was general consensus that the ITEC mechanism affords both sides a unique opportunity to enhance trade between the two countries.<br /><br />The Ministers agreed that both sides should take stock of all Agreements/MoUs signed between the two countries and make an assessment of their relevance and progress on implementation. The Ministers further instructed that outstanding MoUs and Agreements should be prioritized and finalised to take forward the work of the ITEC. Two Agreements/MoUs on co-operation in the field of Agriculture and in the field of Water Resources, respectively, were signed on the margins of the BRICS Summit in July 2018.<br /><br />Enquiries:<br />Ndivhuwo Mabaya<br />Cell: 083 645 7838<br />E-mail: <a href="mailto:MabayaN@dirco.gov.za">MabayaN@dirco.gov.za</a></p> </div> <div class="field field--name-field-speech-event-category field--type-entity-reference field--label-inline clearfix"> <div class="field__label">Event Category</div> <div class="field__item"><a href="https://www.gov.za/event-category/visits-foreign-countries" hreflang="en">Visits to foreign countries</a></div> </div> <div class="field field--name-field-issued-by-source field--type-entity-reference field--label-inline clearfix"> <div class="field__label">Issued by</div> <div class="field__item"><div> <div class="field field--name-field-website-url field--type-link field--label-hidden field__item"><a href="https://www.dirco.gov.za/" target="_blank">Department of International Relations and Cooperation</a></div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="field field--name-field-department field--type-entity-reference field--label-inline clearfix"> <div class="field__label">More from</div> <div class="field__item"><a href="https://www.gov.za/taxonomy/term/909" hreflang="en">Department of International Relations and Cooperation</a></div> </div> <div class="field field--name-field-gcis-speech-category field--type-entity-reference field--label-hidden field__item"><a href="https://www.gov.za/taxonomy/term/950" hreflang="en">Media advisories</a></div> Fri, 16 Nov 2018 08:31:49 +0000 lebang 784470 at https://www.gov.za https://www.gov.za/news/media-advisories/visits-foreign-countries/minister-lindiwe-sisulu-co-chairs-south-africa#comments Minister Siyabonga Cwele leads South Africans delegation at United Nation’s Broadband Commission for Sustainable Development, 16 to 17 Sept https://www.gov.za/news/media-advisories/visits-foreign-countries/minister-siyabonga-cwele-leads-south-africans <span> Minister Siyabonga Cwele leads South Africans delegation at United Nation’s Broadband Commission for Sustainable Development, 16 to 17 Sept</span> <span><span>lebang</span></span> <span>Fri, 09/15/2017 - 12:59</span> <div class="field field--name-field-gcis-speech-date field--type-datetime field--label-hidden field__item"><time datetime="2017-09-15T12:00:00Z">15 Sep 2017</time></div> <div class="field field--name-body field--type-text-with-summary field--label-hidden field__item"><h3><br />Minister Cwele attends United Nation’s Broadband Commission for Sustainable Development September meeting that seeks solutions to connect the people who are offline to the internet</h3> <p>The Minister of Telecommunications and Postal Services Dr Siyabonga Cwele is leading the South Africans delegation at the 2017 United Nations’ Broadband Commission for Sustainable Development meeting that is scheduled to take place in New York on 16-17 September 2017.<br /><br />Minister Cwele is participating at this conference after President Jacob Zuma approved South Africa’s continued participation - for another two years - at this global platform that seeks solutions to the development of an inclusive digital world. Minister Cwele is one of 52 global Broadband Commissioners that are drawn from leaders in government, business, academia, policy makers and international agencies.<br /><br />The Commission discusses strategies of connecting the four billion people who are presently not connected to broadband or fast Internet, in a cost efficient manner. Most of the people who are offline live in developing countries, largely on the African continent. The Commission advocates for, amongst others, investment in the rollout of infrastructure to extend internet connectivity to underserved areas to limit new digital divides forming.<br /><br />Minister Cwele is expected to participate at the Working Group on Education, Working Group on Vulnerable Groups and the Working Group on Technologies in Space and the Upper Atmosphere.<br /><br />The United Nation has identified Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) as a key facilitator in socio economic development and poverty reduction. The 17 Sustainable Development Goals include four that relate to ICTs. The attainment of these goals is linked to the universal and affordable access to broadband.<br /><br />South Africa has developed policies that are aimed at creating an inclusive digital economy. The country is now implementing these policies and is seeking partnerships with other countries on the continent to help connect many Africans to the internet. Minister Cwele is expected to continue strengthening these partnerships and to focus on ICT and digital skills training on a large scale across the continent.  <br /><br />For media enquiries please contact:<br />Siya Qoza<br />Cell:  082 898 1657<br />E-mail: <a href="mailto:siya@dtps.gov.za">siya@dtps.gov.za</a></p> </div> <div class="field field--name-field-speech-event-category field--type-entity-reference field--label-inline clearfix"> <div class="field__label">Event Category</div> <div class="field__item"><a href="https://www.gov.za/event-category/visits-foreign-countries" hreflang="en">Visits to foreign countries</a></div> </div> <div class="field field--name-field-issued-by-source field--type-entity-reference field--label-inline clearfix"> <div class="field__label">Issued by</div> <div class="field__item"><div> <div class="field field--name-field-website-url field--type-link field--label-hidden field__item"><a href="https://www.dtps.gov.za" target="_blank">Department of Telecommunications and Postal Services</a></div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="field field--name-field-department field--type-entity-reference field--label-inline clearfix"> <div class="field__label">More from</div> <div class="field__item"><a href="https://www.gov.za/source-department/department-telecommunications-and-postal-services" hreflang="en">Department of Telecommunications and Postal Services</a></div> </div> <div class="field field--name-field-gcis-speech-category field--type-entity-reference field--label-hidden field__item"><a href="https://www.gov.za/taxonomy/term/950" hreflang="en">Media advisories</a></div> Fri, 15 Sep 2017 10:59:45 +0000 lebang 773195 at https://www.gov.za https://www.gov.za/news/media-advisories/visits-foreign-countries/minister-siyabonga-cwele-leads-south-africans#comments Minister Siyabonga Cwele represents South Africa at the inauguration of President-elect of Zimbabwe, His Excellency Mr Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa, 24 Nov https://www.gov.za/news/media-advisories/visits-foreign-countries/minister-siyabonga-cwele-represents-south-africa <span> Minister Siyabonga Cwele represents South Africa at the inauguration of President-elect of Zimbabwe, His Excellency Mr Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa, 24 Nov</span> <span><span>lebang</span></span> <span>Fri, 11/24/2017 - 07:32</span> <div class="field field--name-field-gcis-speech-date field--type-datetime field--label-hidden field__item"><time datetime="2017-11-23T12:00:00Z">23 Nov 2017</time></div> <div class="field field--name-body field--type-text-with-summary field--label-hidden field__item"><p>The Minister of Telecommunications and Postal Services, Dr Siyabonga Cwele will represent President Jacob Zuma at the inauguration of the President-elect of the Republic of Zimbabwe, His Excellency Mr Emmerson Dambudzo Mnangagwa tomorrow, 24 November 2017 in Harare, Zimbabwe.<br /><br />President Zuma will be hosting President João Manuel Lourenço of the Republic of Angola for his first State Visit to South Africa, tomorrow on the day of the inauguration.<br />The President has congratulated His Excellency Mr Mnangagwa and wished him well during their meeting in Pretoria on Wednesday 22 November 2017, ahead of his return to Harare.<br /><br />President Zuma has also extended his good wishes to former President Robert Mugabe and emphasised that his contribution to the liberation of the Southern African region and the decolonisation of the continent in general will always be acknowledged and celebrated.<br /> <br />Enquiries:<br />Dr Bongani Ngqulunga<br />Cell: 082 308 9373<br />E-mail: <a href="mailto:bongani@presidency.gov.za">bongani@presidency.gov.za</a> <br /><br /><br /> </p> </div> <div class="field field--name-field-speech-event-category field--type-entity-reference field--label-inline clearfix"> <div class="field__label">Event Category</div> <div class="field__item"><a href="https://www.gov.za/event-category/visits-foreign-countries" hreflang="en">Visits to foreign countries</a></div> </div> <div class="field field--name-field-issued-by-source field--type-entity-reference field--label-inline clearfix"> <div class="field__label">Issued by</div> <div class="field__item"><div> <div class="field field--name-field-website-url field--type-link field--label-hidden field__item"><a href="https://www.thepresidency.gov.za/" target="_blank">The Presidency</a></div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="field field--name-field-department field--type-entity-reference field--label-inline clearfix"> <div class="field__label">More from</div> <div class="field__item"><a href="https://www.gov.za/taxonomy/term/906" hreflang="en">The Presidency</a></div> </div> <div class="field field--name-field-gcis-speech-category field--type-entity-reference field--label-hidden field__item"><a href="https://www.gov.za/taxonomy/term/950" hreflang="en">Media advisories</a></div> Fri, 24 Nov 2017 05:32:23 +0000 lebang 775137 at https://www.gov.za https://www.gov.za/news/media-advisories/visits-foreign-countries/minister-siyabonga-cwele-represents-south-africa#comments Premier Chupu Stanley Mathabatha leads delegation on Investment Mission to Europe, 17 to 24 Sept https://www.gov.za/news/media-advisories/visits-foreign-countries/premier-chupu-stanley-mathabatha-leads-delegation <span> Premier Chupu Stanley Mathabatha leads delegation on Investment Mission to Europe, 17 to 24 Sept</span> <span><span>lebang</span></span> <span>Mon, 09/18/2017 - 08:19</span> <div class="field field--name-field-gcis-speech-date field--type-datetime field--label-hidden field__item"><time datetime="2017-09-15T12:00:00Z">15 Sep 2017</time></div> <div class="field field--name-body field--type-text-with-summary field--label-hidden field__item"><p>The Premier of Limpopo, Chupu Stanley Mathabatha will lead a Provincial delegation on a Trade and Investment promotion mission to two European Union countries of Spain and France from 17 to 24 September 2017.<br /><br />The rationale behind this undertaking is to leverage investment opportunities; Foster partnerships and collaborations in critical economic areas such as energy, manufacturing, agriculture, mining, refinery, automotive, research and tourism. This visit presents an opportunity for the Limpopo Province to market itself in Europe and source much needed foreign direct investment as one of the concerted efforts to implement the Limpopo Development Plan (LDP).<br /><br />The envisaged success of these missions could see the two countries investing in the province thus playing a pivotal role in creating much needed jobs. Furthermore, the delegation will utilise this once in lifetime opportunity to benchmark and exchange good economic practices, inventions and innovations.<br /><br />Enquiries:<br />Mr Phuti Seloba<br />Cell: 082 8070796</p> </div> <div class="field field--name-field-province field--type-entity-reference field--label-inline clearfix"> <div class="field__label">Province</div> <div class="field__item"><a href="https://www.gov.za/taxonomy/term/931" hreflang="en">Limpopo</a></div> </div> <div class="field field--name-field-speech-event-category field--type-entity-reference field--label-inline clearfix"> <div class="field__label">Event Category</div> <div class="field__item"><a href="https://www.gov.za/event-category/visits-foreign-countries" hreflang="en">Visits to foreign countries</a></div> </div> <div class="field field--name-field-issued-by-source field--type-entity-reference field--label-inline clearfix"> <div class="field__label">Issued by</div> <div class="field__item"><div> <div class="field field--name-field-website-url field--type-link field--label-hidden field__item"><a href="https://www.limpopo.gov.za/" target="_blank">Limpopo Office of the Premier</a></div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="field field--name-field-limpopo field--type-entity-reference field--label-inline clearfix"> <div class="field__label">More from</div> <div class="field__item"><a href="https://www.gov.za/limpopo/limpopo-office-premier" hreflang="en">Limpopo Office of the Premier</a></div> </div> <div class="field field--name-field-gcis-speech-category field--type-entity-reference field--label-hidden field__item"><a href="https://www.gov.za/taxonomy/term/950" hreflang="en">Media advisories</a></div> Mon, 18 Sep 2017 06:19:57 +0000 lebang 773216 at https://www.gov.za https://www.gov.za/news/media-advisories/visits-foreign-countries/premier-chupu-stanley-mathabatha-leads-delegation#comments President Jacob Zuma attends inauguration of newly elected President of Angola, 26 Sept https://www.gov.za/news/media-advisories/visits-foreign-countries/president-jacob-zuma-attends-inauguration-newly <span> President Jacob Zuma attends inauguration of newly elected President of Angola, 26 Sept</span> <span><span>Estelle Greeff</span></span> <span>Tue, 09/26/2017 - 07:00</span> <div class="field field--name-field-gcis-speech-date field--type-datetime field--label-hidden field__item"><time datetime="2017-09-25T12:00:00Z">25 Sep 2017</time></div> <div class="field field--name-body field--type-text-with-summary field--label-hidden field__item"><h3 class="_rp_h ms-font-color-neutralPrimary ms-font-l ms-font-weight-regular"><span class="rpHighlightAllClass rpHighlightSubjectClass" role="heading" style="" tabindex="-1">President Zuma to attend the Inauguration of the newly elected President of the Republic of Angola</span></h3> <p>President Jacob Zuma will travel to Luanda in the Republic of Angola to attend the Inauguration Ceremony of the President-elect of the Republic of Angola, Mr João Manuel Gonçalves Lourenço.<br /> <br />The Inauguration is scheduled to take place on Tuesday, 26 September 2017, in Luanda, Angola.<br /> <br />The National legislative elections were held in Angola on 23 August 2017 with the ruling Popular Liberation Movement of Angola (MPLA) securing the majority of the vote.<br /> <br />South Africa and the Republic of Angola share a common history of the struggle against Apartheid, and strong multi-faceted bilateral ties exist between the two countries. This is not only evidenced through the fraternal political relationship, but also through the growing socio-economic and trade and investment relationship between the two countries. Angola is one of South Africa’s largest trading partners on the continent of Africa with numerous South African companies involved in a variety of sectors in Angola  including in construction, mining, housing, retail, food and beverages, hotels and leisure, banking and medical services.<br /> <br />The Minister of Science and Technology, Ms Naledi Pandor, will be acting President of the Republic during the absence of both the President and the Deputy President.<br /><br />Deputy President Cyril Ramaphosa is in London leading the South African delegation to the Rugby World Cup 2023 bid.<br /> <br />President Jacob Zuma wishes the Deputy President and delegation all of the best with the South African presentation in London.<br /> <br />"We have a good story to tell and a good bid. Our delegation will put up a good and successful showing in London," said President Zuma.<br /> <br />Enquiries:<br />Dr Bongani Ngqulunga<br />cell:  082 308 9373<br />E-mail: <a href="mailto:bongani@presidency.gov.za">bongani@presidency.gov.za</a> </p> </div> <div class="field field--name-field-speech-event-category field--type-entity-reference field--label-inline clearfix"> <div class="field__label">Event Category</div> <div class="field__item"><a href="https://www.gov.za/event-category/visits-foreign-countries" hreflang="en">Visits to foreign countries</a></div> </div> <div class="field field--name-field-issued-by-source field--type-entity-reference field--label-inline clearfix"> <div class="field__label">Issued by</div> <div class="field__item"><div> <div class="field field--name-field-website-url field--type-link field--label-hidden field__item"><a href="https://www.thepresidency.gov.za/" target="_blank">The Presidency</a></div> </div> </div> </div> <div class="field field--name-field-department field--type-entity-reference field--label-inline clearfix"> <div class="field__label">More from</div> <div class="field__item"><a href="https://www.gov.za/taxonomy/term/906" hreflang="en">The Presidency</a></div> </div> <div class="field field--name-field-gcis-speech-category field--type-entity-reference field--label-hidden field__item"><a href="https://www.gov.za/taxonomy/term/950" hreflang="en">Media advisories</a></div> Tue, 26 Sep 2017 05:00:33 +0000 Estelle Greeff 773421 at https://www.gov.za https://www.gov.za/news/media-advisories/visits-foreign-countries/president-jacob-zuma-attends-inauguration-newly#comments 11th Session of the Assembly of States Parties to the Rome Statute of the International Criminal Court https://www.gov.za/news/media-advisories/visits-foreign-countries/11th-session-assembly-states-parties-rome-statute <span>11th Session of the Assembly of States Parties to the Rome Statute of the International Criminal Court</span> <span><span>sadmin</span></span> <span>Thu, 08/28/2014 - 01:08</span> <div class="field field--name-field-gcis-speech-date field--type-datetime field--label-hidden field__item"><time datetime="2012-11-12T12:00:00Z">12 Nov 2012</time></div> <div class="field field--name-body field--type-text-with-summary field--label-hidden field__item"><p> Deputy Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development, Mr Andries Nel, will today travel to The Hague, Netherlands, to participate in the 11th session of the Assembly of States Parties to the Rome Statute of the International Criminal Court.</p> <p> The 11th Session also marks the tenth anniversary of the establishment of the International Criminal Court and South Africa will also participate in a debate entitled “<em>Tenth anniversary of the entry into force of the Rome Statute: the challenges ahead.”</em></p> <p> The 11th Session of the Assembly will amongst others discuss the election of the Deputy Prosecutor of the ICC, progress on the Kampala Review Conference and amendments to the Rome Statute and Rules of Procedure and Evidence. South Africa will also make use of the opportunity to deliver a Country Statement on Thursday, 15 November 2012.</p> <p> Enquiries:<br /> Chester Mpane<br /> Cell: 082 370532<br /> E-mail: <a href="mailto:pmpane@justice.gov.za">pmpane@justice.gov.za</a></p> </div> <div class="field field--name-field-speech-event-category field--type-entity-reference field--label-inline clearfix"> <div class="field__label">Event Category</div> <div class="field__item"><a href="https://www.gov.za/event-category/visits-foreign-countries" hreflang="en">Visits to foreign countries</a></div> </div> <div class="field field--name-field-gcis-speech-category field--type-entity-reference field--label-hidden field__item"><a href="https://www.gov.za/taxonomy/term/950" hreflang="en">Media advisories</a></div> Wed, 27 Aug 2014 23:08:27 +0000 sadmin 621320 at https://www.gov.za https://www.gov.za/news/media-advisories/visits-foreign-countries/11th-session-assembly-states-parties-rome-statute#comments 5th South Africa-Argentina JC meeting https://www.gov.za/news/media-advisories/visits-foreign-countries/5th-south-africa-argentina-jc-meeting-12-aug-2014 <span>5th South Africa-Argentina JC meeting</span> <span><span>sadmin</span></span> <span>Thu, 08/28/2014 - 03:05</span> <div class="field field--name-field-gcis-speech-date field--type-datetime field--label-hidden field__item"><time datetime="2014-08-12T12:00:00Z">12 Aug 2014</time></div> <div class="field field--name-body field--type-text-with-summary field--label-hidden field__item"><p> The main purpose of the JC meeting is to evaluate the programme of cooperation between South Africa and Argentina since the last JC in May 2012 and further explore possible modalities to strengthen the Science and Technology cooperation.</p> <p> The planned JC meeting will focus on the following issues among others:</p> <ul><li> Biotechnology and Social Science and Humanities following the workshops held in Buenos Aires in September 2013</li> <li> ASACEN Flagship</li> <li> Joint call for proposal and budget</li> </ul><p> Expected outcomes will include among others, action plan for the next two years.</p> <p> The event is scheduled as follows:</p> <p> Date: 14 August 2014<br /> Venue: Argentina</p> <p> Enquiries:<br /> Bongi Mkhize<br /> Tel: 012 843 6371</p> <p> Lufuno Mammburu<br /> Tel: 012 843 6359</p> </div> <div class="field field--name-field-speech-event-category field--type-entity-reference field--label-inline clearfix"> <div class="field__label">Event Category</div> <div class="field__item"><a href="https://www.gov.za/event-category/visits-foreign-countries" hreflang="en">Visits to foreign countries</a></div> </div> <div class="field field--name-field-gcis-speech-category field--type-entity-reference field--label-hidden field__item"><a href="https://www.gov.za/taxonomy/term/950" hreflang="en">Media advisories</a></div> Thu, 28 Aug 2014 01:05:21 +0000 sadmin 636753 at https://www.gov.za https://www.gov.za/news/media-advisories/visits-foreign-countries/5th-south-africa-argentina-jc-meeting-12-aug-2014#comments Alan Winde, Western Cape MEC of Finance, Economic Development and Tourism, conducts official visit to The Hague, Netherlands https://www.gov.za/news/media-advisories/visits-foreign-countries/alan-winde-western-cape-mec-finance-economic <span>Alan Winde, Western Cape MEC of Finance, Economic Development and Tourism, conducts official visit to The Hague, Netherlands</span> <span><span>sadmin</span></span> <span>Thu, 08/28/2014 - 01:53</span> <div class="field field--name-field-gcis-speech-date field--type-datetime field--label-hidden field__item"><time datetime="2013-06-03T12:00:00Z">03 Jun 2013</time></div> <div class="field field--name-body field--type-text-with-summary field--label-hidden field__item"><p> Today, Western Cape MEC of Finance, Economic Development and Tourism, Alan Winde, departs South Africa for a trade and investment mission to The Hague, Netherlands.</p> <p> MEC Winde is travelling to the Netherlands at the invitation of CFO South Africa, a network of finance professionals, to attend a joint roundtable discussion on the changing role of CFOs and best practices in financial management.</p> <p> "This event brings business and government together to look at what lessons the public and private sector can learn from one another, specifically with regard to good financial governance. In addition to speaking on how the Western Cape Government is pioneering new methods to achieve better audits across the board, I will also speak on growing the relationship between the Netherlands and the Western Cape in terms of trade and investment,” said MEC Winde.</p> <p> Apart from participating in the CFO Day roundtable discussion on Wednesday, MEC Winde is set to deliver the keynote address at the Southern African - Netherlands Chamber of Commerce (SANEC) member function on Thursday. Hosted at KPMG's global head offices in The Hague, MEC Winde's address will focus on increasing investment opportunities between the Western Cape and the Netherlands.</p> <p> "The Netherlands is a major exporter of Western Cape wines, fresh and dried fruits. Local exports to Holland are valued at more than R400 billion per annum. Several leading Dutch companies have offices in the province and have invested R1.3 billion into the Western Cape. I will be looking at how we can build on these foundations and where we can forge links in new trade sectors," said MEC Winde.</p> <p> MEC Winde will also meet with Dutch business and government representatives in the Western Cape's key growth sectors such as cycling tourism, wine, agri-processing, design and technology and innovation.</p> <p> “Increased trade and investment is vital for growing the Western Cape economy and creating jobs. This, in turn, creates opportunities for our residents to live better lives,” said MEC Winde.</p> <p> For media quiries, please contact:<br /> Bronwynne Jooste, Spokesperson for MEC Winde<br /> Cell: 082 454 4365<br /> Tel: 021 483 3550<br /> E-mail: <a href="mailto:bronwynne.jooste@westerncape.gov.za">bronwynne.jooste@westerncape.gov.za</a></p> </div> <div class="field field--name-field-province field--type-entity-reference field--label-inline clearfix"> <div class="field__label">Province</div> <div class="field__item"><a href="https://www.gov.za/taxonomy/term/935" hreflang="en">Western Cape</a></div> </div> <div class="field field--name-field-speech-event-category field--type-entity-reference field--label-inline clearfix"> <div class="field__label">Event Category</div> <div class="field__item"><a href="https://www.gov.za/event-category/visits-foreign-countries" hreflang="en">Visits to foreign countries</a></div> </div> <div class="field field--name-field-gcis-speech-category field--type-entity-reference field--label-hidden field__item"><a href="https://www.gov.za/taxonomy/term/950" hreflang="en">Media advisories</a></div> Wed, 27 Aug 2014 23:53:02 +0000 sadmin 626664 at https://www.gov.za https://www.gov.za/news/media-advisories/visits-foreign-countries/alan-winde-western-cape-mec-finance-economic#comments Arts and Culture Deputy Minister Rejoice Mabudafhasi travels to Tanzania to posthumously bestow the Ubuntu Honour to the late Dr Julius Nyerere https://www.gov.za/news/media-advisories/visits-foreign-countries/arts-and-culture-deputy-minister-rejoice-mabudafhasi <span>Arts and Culture Deputy Minister Rejoice Mabudafhasi travels to Tanzania to posthumously bestow the Ubuntu Honour to the late Dr Julius Nyerere </span> <span><span>sadmin</span></span> <span>Thu, 08/28/2014 - 03:02</span> <div class="field field--name-field-gcis-speech-date field--type-datetime field--label-hidden field__item"><time datetime="2014-08-11T12:00:00Z">11 Aug 2014</time></div> <div class="field field--name-body field--type-text-with-summary field--label-hidden field__item"><p> Ms Rejoice Mabudafhasi, MP, the Deputy Minister of Arts and Culture travels to Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, to posthumously bestow the Ubuntu Honour to the late President of the United Republic of Tanzania, Dr Nwalimu Julius Nyerere. Mrs Maria Nyerere, will on behalf of her late husband Dr Nwalimu Julius Nyerere, receive the Ubuntu Honour of 2014 at the University of Dar es Salaam in Tanzania on 11 August 2014, 16h00 at a ceremony that will be held by the National Heritage Council of South Africa (NHC).</p> <p> South Africa and Tanzania hold dearly a strong bond that was formed by the forefathers of these two great nations: President Mwalimu Julius Nyerere, Oliver Reginald Tambo, President Rolihlahla Nelson Mandela and many others.</p> <p> “Tanzania forms an integral part of the South African Liberation Heritage Route which is about the recognition of people, communities, icons, places, sites and recognition of epoch-making events which had a significant impact on the South African struggle for liberation,” said Mabudafhasi.</p> <p> The Ubuntu Honours were conceptualised by the National Heritage Council in 2006 as a means to honour and give recognition to prominent persons who have over a long period in their lives selflessly given and served their immediate societies and in some cases the entire world.</p> <p> Dr Nyerere joins other ‘Citizens of the World’ who received the honour for their living evidence of the values of Ubuntu - Dr Nelson Mandela (2006); Dr Kenneth Kaunda (2007); Fidel Castro (2008); Dr Boutros Boutros-Ghali (2009), Ms Winnie Madikizela-Mandela (2011) and Ms Miriam Makeba (2013). He has been identified by a select committee of eminent persons as one such citizen of the world who, during his lifetime lived a humble life prioritising the improvement of the quality of life of citizens of Africa.</p> <p> Partners in support of this year’s honour are the Somafco Trust and the University of Dar es Salaam, Tanzania in celebration of the 20 years freedom, which also coincides with the 50 years celebration of the formation of Zanzibar.</p> <p> For media enquiries:<br /> Peter Mbelengwa, Spokesperson for the Deputy Minister<br /> Cell: 082 611 8197<br /> E-mail: <a href="mailto:petermb@dac.gov.za">petermb@dac.gov.za</a></p> </div> <div class="field field--name-field-speech-event-category field--type-entity-reference field--label-inline clearfix"> <div class="field__label">Event Category</div> <div class="field__item"><a href="https://www.gov.za/event-category/visits-foreign-countries" hreflang="en">Visits to foreign countries</a></div> </div> <div class="field field--name-field-gcis-speech-category field--type-entity-reference field--label-hidden field__item"><a href="https://www.gov.za/taxonomy/term/950" hreflang="en">Media advisories</a></div> Thu, 28 Aug 2014 01:02:22 +0000 sadmin 636380 at https://www.gov.za https://www.gov.za/news/media-advisories/visits-foreign-countries/arts-and-culture-deputy-minister-rejoice-mabudafhasi#comments