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Republic of South Africa: Department of International Relations and Cooperation
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South Africa to maintain close ties with Bulgaria as the embassy in Sofia winds down operations

South Africa deeply values the presence of the Bulgarian Embassy in Pretoria and looks forward to sustained cooperation through this channel

The Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO) announces the decision to close the South African Embassy in Sofia, Bulgaria, effective 30 June 2025. This decision, informed by prudent fiscal considerations and the need to prioritise national resource allocation, forms part of a broader strategic realignment of South Africa’s diplomatic…

African Energy Chamber

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Turkey Strengthens Global Energy Influence with Strategic African Partnerships

Turkey is deepening its energy ties across Africa, launching new projects in Libya, Somalia and Senegal as part of a broader strategy to strengthen its role in the continent’s evolving energy landscape

Turkey is making bold strides in expanding its energy footprint, with a series of strategic moves aimed at securing long-term energy resources and boosting its global influence. The Turkish Petroleum Corporation (TPAO), the country’s state-owned energy giant, is set to launch oil and gas exploration projects in Libya, aligning with…

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    • Celebrating Excellence in Africa’s Energy Industry: Nominations Open for the 2025 African Energy Awards at African Energy Week (AEW)
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Celebrating Excellence in Africa’s Energy Industry: Nominations Open for the 2025 African Energy Awards at African Energy Week (AEW)

Honoring innovation and leadership, the African Energy Awards at African Energy Week: Invest in African Energies spotlights individuals and organizations driving Africa’s energy future

African Energy Week (AEW): Invest in African Energies is pleased to announce the opening of nominations for the prestigious African Energy Awards. Set to take place during the conference on Tuesday, September 30, 2025, from 18:00 to 22:00, this event will honor individuals and organizations driving innovation and leadership within…

Energy Capital & Power
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African Mining Week (AMW) 2025 to Host Africa-Europe Mining Cooperation Dialogue

African Mining Week 2025 will spotlight high-value investment opportunities within Africa’s mining value chain, with a special focus on deepening Africa-Europe cooperation

As home to 30% of the world’s critical minerals – resources essential to Europe’s Green Deal and broader energy transition goals – Africa is attracting heightened interest from European investors and institutions. Taking place from October 1–3, 2025 in Cape Town, African Mining Week – the continent’s premier mining event…

Republic of South Africa: The Parliament
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South Africa: Parliament Ready to Process Revised Budget

The Speaker reaffirmed the timeframes for budget approval prescribed in the Money Bills Amendment Procedure and Related Matters Act and emphasised that every effort will be made to ensure that government operations continue seamlessly

The Speaker of the National Assembly (NA), Ms Thoko Didiza, today reiterated Parliament’s readiness to process and adopt the revised Budget and Fiscal Framework swiftly and responsibly within the legally prescribed timeframe and in full compliance with its constitutional and legislative obligations. Chairing the National Assembly’s Programme Committee this afternoon,…

Republic of South Africa: The Parliament
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Select Committee on Mineral Resources Meets with Indonesian Parliament

South Africa and Indonesia have significant and diverse mineral resources, including gold, diamonds, platinum, coal, and rare earth minerals

The Select Committee on Agriculture, Land Reform and Mineral Resources hosted a delegation from the Indonesian Parliament to discuss, among other things, cooperation on mining and mineral resources. Committee chairperson Mr Mpho Modise warmly welcomed the delegation. He expressed his appreciation for the Indonesian representatives for visiting South Africa and…

Republic of South Africa: The Parliament
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South Africa: Justice Committee Chairperson Welcomes Process to Establish a Commission Into Apartheid-Era Crimes

The establishment of the commission of inquiry is the outcome of settlement discussions in a court application brought by families of victims of apartheid-era crimes

The Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Justice and Constitutional Development, Mr Xola Nqola, today noted and welcomed reports that President Cyril Ramaphosa is establishing a judicial commission of inquiry to establish whether attempts were made to prevent the investigation or prosecution of apartheid-era crimes referred by the Truth and…

Republic of South Africa: The Parliament
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Multi-Party Women’s Caucus (MPWC) Sends Condolences to Families of Deceased Police Officers

Ms Dunjwa called on the authorities to do all in their power to expedite the investigation regarding the circumstances that led to the deaths

The Chairperson of the Multi-Party Women’s Caucus (MPWC), Ms Lindelwa Dunjwa, has expressed deep sadness on the death of three police officers that were found dead. The bodies of the two female constables Keamogetswe Buys (30) and Boipelo Senoge (20) as well as their male colleague, constable Cebekhulu Linda (24)…

Republic of South Africa: The Parliament
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Police Chairperson Saddened by Death of Constables and Calls for Intensification of Investigations

The Chairperson has called for the intensification of the investigation to ascertain the circumstances that led to the death of the officers

The Chairperson of the Portfolio Committee on Police Mr Ian Cameron, has expressed deep sadness and disbelief following the identification of four bodies of members of the South African Police Service (SAPS), including three officers who went missing for over a week. The Chairperson has called for the intensification of…

World Health Organization (WHO) - South Africa
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Africa Vaccination Week 2025: Message from Ms Shenaaz El-Halabi, World Health Organization (WHO) South Africa Representative

In South Africa, WHO continues to work alongside the government and key partners to strengthen immunization coverage and build public trust

On the occasion of Africa Vaccination Week 2025, we join the continent and the global community in reaffirming our shared commitment to the power and promise of immunisation. This year’s theme, “Immunisation for All is Humanly Possible,” and the slogan “Vaccinated Communities, Healthy Communities” remind us that universal immunisation is not only a moral…