President Ramaphosa congratulates Felix Tshisekedi as president elect of the Democratic Republic of Congo His Excellency President Cyril Ramaphosa has on behalf of the Government and the people of South Africa congratulated Mr Felix Tshisekedi Tshilombo as President Elect of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) after the confirmation by the country’s Constitutional Court.

Statement delivered by H.E. Jerry Matjila during the United Nations Security Council Briefing on Sudan Sanctions, 17 January 2019. We would like to thank you for convening this meeting, and we would also like to thank Ms Wronecka for her briefing and her leadership in this portfolio.

Minister Sisulu was never a Director or shareholder of Dyambu Holdings, contrary to Mr Agrizzi’s testimony in the State Capture Commission. The Ministry of International Relations and Cooperation noted with concern false statements made by the former Chief Operations Officer of Bosasa in his testimony before the State Capture Commission on Wednesday, 16 January 2019.

Statement on four South Africans missing in Mozambique. The Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Hon. Lindiwe Sisulu, was briefed this morning on the rescue and Consular Services efforts in relation to the four South Africans who travelled on holiday with a group to Mozambique on 12 January 2019. They went missing on 14 January 2019 and are presumed to have drowned.

Security Council Press Statement on Mali. The members of the Security Council were briefed on 16 January 2019 by the Assistant Secretary-General for Africa, Bintou Keita, on the situation in Mali.

Security Council Press Statement on Terrorist Attack in Nairobi. The members of the Security Council condemned in the strongest possible terms the terrorist attack in Nairobi on 15 January 2019 which caused numerous deaths and injuries.

President Ramaphosa to attend SADC Double Troika Summit in Ethiopia. President Cyril Ramaphosa will today, 16 January 2019, undertake a Working Visit to Addis Ababa in the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia to attend a Southern African Development Community (SADC) Double Troika Summit.

President Ramaphosa condemns attacks in Kenya. South Africa has noted with concern terrorists attacks in Kenya on Tuesday, 15 January 2019.

South Africa statement on protests in Zimbabwe. The South African Government has noted protests action in Zimbabwe and is monitoring the situation.

Joint Communiqué on the occasion of the Working Visit by HE Ms Lindiwe Sisulu, Minister of International Relations and Cooperation of the Republic of South Africa to the Democratic People’s Republic of Algeria. On 13 and 14 January 2019, HE Mr Abdelkader Messahel, Minister of Foreign Affairs of the People’s Democratic Republic of Algeria, received HE Ms Lindiwe Sisulu, Minister of International Relations and Cooperation of the Republic of South Africa, on a Working Visit to Algeria.

Joint Communiqué following Official Talks between H. E. President Cyril Ramaphosa and H. E. President Filipe Nyusi. At the invitation of His Excellency Filipe Jacinto Nyusi, President of the Republic of Mozambique, His Excellency Cyril Matamela Ramaphosa, President of the Republic of South Africa paid a working visit to the Republic of Mozambique on the 14th January 2019.

South Africa statement on the unfolding electoral process in the DRC.The Minister of International Relations and Cooperation has noted misleading headlines in the media on South African position on DRC elections, South Africa would like to restate and emphasise the following position: South Africa commends the Congolese people, the Government of the DRC and all political actors for their commitment to ensuring a peaceful, independent and credible electoral process despite serious challenges.

President Ramaphosa to undertake a Working Visit to the Republic of Mozambique. President Cyril Ramaphosa will today, 14 January 2019, undertake a Working Visit to Maputo in the Republic of Mozambique, were he will hold bilateral talks with his counterpart President Filipe Nyusi to discuss bilateral, regional and global issues of common interest.

Deputy President David Mabuza departs South Africa for the Republic of Ethiopia. Deputy President David Mabuza in his capacity as Special Envoy to South Sudan today, has today 14 January 2019 departed from the Republic of South Africa ahead of his Working Visit to the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia.

SADC urges all-inclusive government in DRC. Lusaka, (Sunday, 13th January 2019). His Excellency Mr Edgar Chagwa Lungu, President of the Republic of Zambia says given the strong objections to the provisional results of the presidential election in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), the Southern African Development Community (SADC) has called on all political leaders to consider a negotiated political settlement for an all-inclusive government.

Minister Sisulu to engage media on recent international developments

The Minister of International Relations and cooperation, Hon Lindiwe Sisulu, will engage with the media on recent international developments, including the recent DRC elections, UN Security Council agenda and upcoming international engagements for South Africa.

President Ramaphosa notes provisional results of Elections in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The President of South Africa, H.E. President Cyril Ramaphosa, notes the provisional results released by the Independent National Electoral Commission (CENI) of the DRC and call on CENI to finalise the process with speed to ensure the credibility of the election and also maintain peace and stability.

President Ramaphosa congratulates newly elected President of Madagascar. President Cyril Ramaphosa has congratulated Madagascar for running a successful peaceful run-off presidential election, which has seen Mr Andry Rajoelina emerging as the president of the country.

South Africa condemns attempted military coup d’état in Gabon. South Africa has noted with grave concern the attempted coup d’état undertaken in the Republic of Gabon this morning (07 January 2019) by elements of the military.

Deputy Minister Mhaule to pay official visit to India. The Deputy Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Ms Reginah Mhaule, will pay an official visit to India from 6-10 January 2019. Deputy Minister Mhaule will be attending the Raisina Dialogue, taking place in New Delhi from 8-10 January 2019.

African Union Electoral Observation Mission for the General Elections of 30 December 2018 in the Democratic Republic of the Congo Preliminary Declaration Kinshasa, 02 January 2019. In the framework of the presidential, legislative and national elections in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) of December 2018, the President of the African Union Commission (AU), HE Mr. Moussa Faki Mahamat, sent a mission of Election Observation to monitor and make an objective assessment of the electoral process in the DRC.

Guest Column: Peace and stability in Africa a priority as South Africa joins the UN Security Council, by Ndivhuwo Mabaya, News24, 02 January 2019. South Africa has as of January 1, 2019 taken up its seat as a non-permanent member of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) for a two-year term, following the country's successful election to this principal organ on June 8, 2018. South Africa received 183 votes from member states of the UN General Assembly.

South Africa assumes Non-Permanent Seat on the United Nations Security Council. South Africa today officially assumes its seat as a non-permanent member of the United Nations Security Council (UNSC) for the period 2019-2020.

South Africa sends condolences to the UAE following a search and rescue helicopter crash. The Government and people of South Africa wish to extend its sincere condolences to the Government and people of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) following a helicopter crash in Ras al-Khaimah in the North-Eastern region of the UAE on Saturday, 29 December 2018, which killed four crew members, including South African paramedic Mark Roxburgh, who were on a search and rescue mission.

South Africa to continue to play significant role in the multilateral arena in 2019. Following the passing of the resolution on the situation of human rights in Myanmar on 22 December 2018 in the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), International Relations and Cooperation Minister Lindiwe Sisulu said that South Africa's vote in support of the resolution is a demonstration of a new dawn in South African foreign policy and a return to its founding principles of standing against human rights violations.

Deputy President Mabuza holds a Consultative Meeting with President Salva Kiir Mayardit of South Sudan. Deputy President David Mabuza in his capacity as Special Envoy to South Sudan has today, 12 December 2018, held a consultative meeting with President Salva Kiir Mayardit of the Republic of South Sudan at the Johnny Makhathini Diplomatic Guesthouse in Pretoria.

DIRCO and members of the diplomatic corps honour Madiba. The lives of the senior citizens of Ekuphumleni Old Age Home in Zwide, Port Elizabeth, will never be the same. This, after the Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO), together with Embassies accredited to South Africa have decided to donate a number of products in an effort to better the living conditions of the elderly women and men of Ekuphumleni.

South African Government concerned about the growing number of South Africans detained abroad. More than 800 South Africans are in prisons across the world for visa-related violations, drug-related charges, as well as various other offences. As we approach the festive season, the Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Lindiwe Sisulu, has expressed serious concern about South Africans being arrested or detained across the world as a result of these offences.

South Africa welcomes the resumption of peace talks on the situation in the Western Sahara. South Africa welcomes the recently concluded first round of negotiations held on 5-6 December 2018 in Geneva, Switzerland on the situation in Western Sahara.

Remarks by President Cyril Ramaphosa on the occasion of the presentation of credentials by Heads of Mission accredited to South Africa, Sefako Makgatho Presidential Guest House, Tshwane, 11 December 2018. It is my singular honour to welcome you to the Republic of South Africa as Heads of Mission charged with the responsibility to strengthen the friendship that exists between our countries.

President Ramaphosa to receive Letters of Credence from Heads of Mission Designate

President Cyril Ramaphosa will tomorrow, Tuesday 11 December 2018, receive letters of credence from Heads of Mission Designate to South Africa at the Sefako Makgatho Presidential Guesthouse in Pretoria.

Eulogy by President Cyril Ramaphosa at the Special Official Funeral of the late Mr Mendi Msimang, Christian Revival Church, Pretoria, 8 December 2018. We are gathered here in solemn mourning to pay our last respects to a great South African whose life was dedicated to the cause of freedom.

DIRCO to host Annual Diplomatic Funfair

The Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO), will be hosting the annual Diplomatic Funfair on Saturday, 8 December 2018 in Pretoria.

Voter registration for South African citizens living abroad in February 2019. Voter registration for South African citizens living abroad will take place at all South African foreign missions from 1 to 4 February 2019.

Deputy President Mabuza arrives in the Republic of Uganda on South Sudan Special Envoy Mission. Deputy President David Mabuza as Special Envoy to South Sudan today, 07 December 2018, arrives in Entebbe International Airport, in the Republic of Uganda ahead of the bilateral political discussion with President Yoweri Museveni.

Deputy President David Mabuza undertakes a Consultative Working Visit to IGAD Member States. Deputy President David Mabuza in his capacity as President Cyril Ramaphosa’s Special Envoy to South Sudan will undertake a regional consultative Working Visit to three member states of the Intergovernmental Authority on Development (IGAD) as part of the efforts towards lasting peace and stability in South Sudan.

President declares Special Official Funeral for Mr Mendi Msimang. President Cyril Ramaphosa has declared a Special Official Funeral Category 1 for the late Mr Mendi Msimang, struggle stalwart and former High Commissioner to the United Kingdom.

Memorial Service for former Ambassador Mendi Msimang

The Department of International Relations and Cooperation will hold a memorial service in honour of former Ambassador Mendi Msimang.

Minister Sisulu conveys her condolences to the Msimang family. “Once again, we have lost one of our country’s finest diplomats who served his country with dedication, commitment and pride.” Those were the words of the Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Ms Lindiwe Sisulu, after learning with deep shock and sadness of the untimely passing of Mr Mendi Msimang.

President Ramaphosa concludes his G20 Argentina Visit. Buenos Aires - President Cyril Ramaphosa has today, Saturday, 01 December 2018, concluded his visit to Buenos Aires, Argentina where he led South Africa’s delegation to the G20 Summit.

President Ramaphosa sends condolence message to the United States of America following the passing away of former President George H.W. Bush. President Cyril Ramaphosa has, on behalf of the Government and the people of South Africa, sent a message of condolences to the government and the people of the United States America (USA) following the passing on of the 41st President of the USA, George Herbert Walker Bush. The former US President died at the age of 94.

Closing Remarks by President Cyril Ramaphosa at BRICS Leaders’ Summit, Buenos Aires, Argentina, Friday, 30 November 2018. Thank you for your valuable contributions on these important matters of mutual interest and global concern.

Opening Remarks by President Cyril Ramaphosa at BRICS Leaders’ Summit, Buenos Aires, Argentina, Friday, 30 November 2018. It is my honour to once again have the opportunity to meet with you on the margins of the 2018 G20 Leaders’ Summit to coordinate our common positions in the international arena and to build further on the discussions that we had during the 10th BRICS Summit in Johannesburg in July.

President Ramaphosa arrives in Argentina for G20 Summit. Buenos Aires - President Cyril Ramaphosa has today, Thursday, 29 November 2018, arrived in Buenos Aires, Argentina where he is leading the South African delegation to the G20 Summit which takes place from 30 November to 1 December 2018.

President Ramaphosa departs for Argentina leading South African delegation to G20 Summit. Pretoria - President Cyril Ramaphosa has today, Thursday 29 November 2018, departed South Africa for Buenos Aires, Argentina where he will be leading the South African delegation to the G20 Summit which takes place from 30 November to 1 December 2018.

Deputy Minister Mhaule visits Soweto to talk SA foreign policy and national interests

The Deputy Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Ms Reginah Mhaule, will on Friday, 30 November 2018, host a Community Outreach programme in Diepkloof, Soweto.

South Africa's message on the occasion of the UN International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People. The South African Government joins the international community today in observing the United Nations International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People, as well as in renewing our shared commitment to a just and lasting solution to the Question of Palestine.

South Africa to mark UN International Day of Solidarity with Palestine

On Thursday, 29 November 2018, the Government and the people of South Africa will join the international community in commemorating the 41st Anniversary of the United Nations (UN) International Day of Solidarity with the Palestinian People.