Deputy Minister in the Presidency Kenny Morolong has arrived in Kenya on a working visit to the East African nation.
The Deputy Minister will also attend the TikTok Safer Internet Summit.
“Kenya is the largest trading partner of South Africa, outside of the SADC region. Its exports are primary products, while South Africa exports semi- and manufactured products to Kenya.
“We continue to enjoy close ties since 1994 and these engagements are meant to strengthen the bilateral engagements that continue to be enjoyed by both countries.
“Our similarities with Kenya are that of a government of national unity and the coalition government that has been formed… through the outcomes of various elections held in Kenya,” the Deputy Minister said.
Morolong is accompanied on the visit by officials from the Government Communication and Information System (GCIS) and Brand SA.
“We are here with GCIS, which is responsible for government communication and coordination, to share best practices between ourselves and Kenya.
“We are here to share best practices in government communications. We have brought with us Brand SA, which is the custodian of our nation’s image and reputation. Brand SA continues to showcase on international platforms our country’s strength, our cultural diversity and our economic potential,” Morolong stated.
Another major focus of the Deputy Minister’s agenda is the 2026 TikTok Safer Internet Summit, scheduled for 10 to 11 March.
The Deputy Minister struck an optimistic note about the creative potential of digital platforms for creators.
However, he quickly warned of the substantial risks accompanying technological advancement.
“TikTok is one of the most empowering platforms in the hands of creatives. But of course, technology comes with its own challenges. The evolution of AI has brought with it misinformation, disinformation and deep fakes. Our own country, research shows that 21% of our population in 2025, could differentiate between authentic content and deepfakes.
“That is why its important to interact with TikTok on the digital safety challenges. As a result, express our own concerns as a country, because deepfakes, disinformation and misinformation have a potential to erode public trust in our government,” Morolong said. – SAnews.gov.za
