Bern, Switzerland – In a deeply symbolic gesture of cultural respect and friendship, Switzerland has voluntarily returned three sacred cultural artefacts belonging to South Africa’s Nkuna royal family.
Bern, Switzerland – South Africa and Switzerland on Wednesday signed five cooperation agreements aimed at deepening bilateral relations across key sectors including trade, education, culture, sustainable development, and peace mediation.
Bern, Switzerland - President Cyril Ramaphosa’s State Visit to Switzerland has been described as a historic moment reaffirming the enduring partnership and shared values between the two nations.
Bern, Switzerland - President Cyril Ramaphosa has lauded Switzerland for its enduring friendship with South Africa and its steadfast commitment to peace, democracy and prosperity, saying the two nations share a deep belief in dialogue, justice and global cooperation.
The Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO), in partnership with the University of South Africa (UNISA) and the Rustenburg Municipality, will host a Town Hall Outreach Programme for the Group of 20 (G20) on Thursday, 30 October 2025.
The event will take place at the Civic Centre in Rustenburg.
The engagement will occur under the theme: "Inclusive Economic Growth and a Just Transition for Sustainable Societal Development".
Bern, Switzerland – In the serene Swiss municipality of Kehrsatz, the crisp autumn air set the stage for a warm and dignified welcome as President Cyril Ramaphosa arrived at Lohn Manor for his State Visit to Switzerland on Wednesday.
The Gauteng Department of Social Development has reminded all non-profit organisations (NPOs) to submit their funding applications for the 2026/27 financial year before the closing date on Thursday, 30 October 2025.
As South Africa transitions from winter to spring, the Department of Agriculture has advised farmers to closely monitor weather and climate updates to make informed decisions and delay planting until sufficient soil moisture is available.
By William Baloyi
When President Donald Trump issued an executive order suspending all foreign aid to South Africa, in January this year, we immediately set about finding solutions. Among the most pressing was to ensure that our life saving HIV and AIDS programme continued to function.
The South African Police Service’s (SAPS) Family Violence, Child Protection and Sexual Offences (FCS) units continue to make significant inroads in the fight against gender-based violence and femicide (GBVF).
