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President Jacob Zuma meeting with Australian Prime Minister Kevin Michael RUDD on the sidelines of the CHOGM conference held in Trinidad and Tobago, Port of Spain.
Picture:  Jacoline Prinsloo
 

President Jacob Zuma being interviewed on the outcomes of the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM) held in Trinidad and Tobago, Port of Spain.
Picture:  Jacoline Prinsloo
 
Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Ms Maite Nkoana-Mashabane meeting with United Kingdom Foreign Secretary David Miliband on the sidelines of the CHOGH conference in Trinidad.  In the background is the bay of Port of Spain, Trinidad and Tobago capital city.
Picture:  Jacoline Prinsloo
 
South African President Jacob Zuma meeting with Denmark Prime Minister Mr Lars Rasmussen for bilateral talks during the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting held in Trinidad.  President Zuma is supported by International Relations and Cooperation Minister Ms Maite Nkoana-Mashabane.
Picture:  Jacoline Prinsloo
 
President Jacob Zuma with Secretary General of the United Nations Ban Ki-Moon on the sidelines of the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting held in Trinidad and Tobago.
Picture:  Jacoline Prinsloo
 
President Zuma shake hands with President Sarkozy.
Picture:  Jacoline Prinsloo
 

President Jacob Zuma and Mrs Gertrude Sizakele Khumalo Zuma arrives in Trinidad and Tobago, Port of Spain to attend the Commonwealth Heads of Government Meeting (CHOGM).The President is recieved by Trinidad Foreign Minister Ms Paula Gopee-Scoon.
Picture:  Jacoline Prinsloo
 
His Majesty King Harald V and Queen Sonja of the Kingdom of Norway arrive in OR Tambo International, Johannesburg, 23 November 2009. Picture: Unati Ngamtwini.
 
Deputy President Motlanthe arrives in Abuja Ahead of SA-Nigeria BNC, 10 year celebration with South African High Commissioner to Nigria JNK Mamabolo, 14 November 2009.
Picture:Unati Ngamntwini.
 
Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Ms Maite Nkoana-Mashabane with Sonia Gandhi, President of the Indian National Congress Party.  Far left is South African High Commissioner to India, Mr Francis Moloi, india.
Picture:  Jacoline Prinsloo.
 

International Relations and Cooperation Minister Maite Nkoana-Mashabane with Indian Minister of External Affairs, Shri S M Krishna, India, 15 November 2009.
Picture:  Jacoline Prinsloo
 
International Relations and Cooperation Minister Maite Nkoana-Mashabane walking with Sri Lankan Foreign Minister Rohitha Bogollagama, Sri Lanka, 11 November 2009.
Picture:  Jacoline Prinsloo
 
Minister of International Relations and Cooperation Ms Maite Nkoana Mashabane at the FOCAC conference.
Picture Jacoline Prinsloo
 
President Jacob Zuma is welcomed by Minister Oldemiro Baloi, Minister for Foreign Affairs and Cooperation.
Pictures: Unati Ngamntwini
 
President Gabuza with Presidents Zuma and Mugabe at SADC Troika in Maputo, Mozambique.
Pictures: Unati Ngamntwini
 
President  Jacob Zuma recieves flowers upon arrival in Malabo Equitorial Gunea.
Pictures: Unati Ngamntwini
 
Presidents apploude at the conclusion of the signing of the MOU's in Malaba, Equitorial Gunea.
Pictures: Unati Ngamntwini
 
Deputy Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Mr Ebrahim Ebrahim meeting with Baroness G Kinnock, Minister for Africa of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland, Pretoria 02 November 2009. Picture Jacoline Prinsloo
 
President of South Africa Mr. Jacob Zuma welcomes President of DRC Mr. Joseph Kabila before the SA-DRC BNC, Pretoria, 30 october 2009.
Picture: Unati Ngamntwini
 

President Jacob Zuma addresses the National Council of Provinces (NCOP) in Parliament under the theme "Together finding solutions to achieving the goal of a better quality of life for all", 29 October 2009.
Picture:Jacoline Prinsloo
 
Minister of International Relations and Cooperation Maite Nkoana-Mashabane welcoming the President of DRC Joseph Kabila at the OR Tambo upon arrival, 29 October 2009.
Picture:Unati Ngamntwini
 

President Ruphiah Bweza Banda bestowed the Order of the Eagle of Zambia on to OR Tambo, Tembi Tambo was also invited to accept it.
Picture:Unati Ngamntwini
 
Minister Maite Nkoana-Mashabane is greeted by the Zambian Foreign Mininster Kabinga Pande at the start of the Bilateral Meeting in Lusaka, Zambia, 22 October 2009. Picture: Unati Ngamntwini
Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Ms Maite Nkoane-Mashabane presents a lecture at an imbizo outside Polokwane in Limpopo, 16 October 2009.
Picture: Unati Ngamntwini
 
International Relations and Cooperation’s Director-General Dr Ayanda Ntsaluba briefs the Media on current International Developments, 13 October 2009.
Picture:  Jacoline Prinsloo
 
Opening of the 2nd Africa - South America Summit (ASA), Venezuela, 26-27 September 2009. Picture: Unati Ngamntwini

 
Deputy Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Mr Ebrahim Ebrahim meeting with Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammed Bageri, 28 - 29 Septmber 2009.
Picture:  Jacoline Prinsloo
 
President of the Republic of South Africa, Mr Jacob Zuma, addresses the General Debate of the Sixty-Fourth Session of the General Assembly, United Nations, New York, 23 September 2009.
Picture: UN
 
Minister Maite Nkoana-Mashabane and Minister Chabane pay a courtesy call on President Omar El Bashir of Sudan.
Picture: Sanjay Singh
 
President Jacob Zuma makes a point as Swedish Prime Minister Fredrik Reinfeldt listens tentativerly during the press briefing.
Pictures: Unati Ngamntwini
 
President Jacob Zuma shakes hands with Secretary General Javier Solana
Pictures: Unati Ngamntwini
 
President Jacob Zuma shaking hands with Swedish Prime Minister Fredrik Reinfeldt in Tuinhuis.
Pictures: Unati Ngamntwini
 
President Jacob Zuma with Swedish Prime Minister Fredrik Reinfeldt upon arrival at Tuinhius.
Pictures: Unati Ngamntwini
 

Deputy Minister Ebrahim Ebrahim receives Credentials from NEPAD Secretariat CEO.
Picture: Jacoline Prinsloo
 
Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Ms Maite Nkoane-Mashabane is welcomed by Brazillian Foreign Minister Celso Amorim for the IBSA Ministerial meeting taking place in Brazil.
Picture: Gustavo Ferreira Official Photographer in the Brazilian Foreign Ministry
 
Department of International Relations and Cooperation Director-General Dr Ayanda Ntsaluba briefs the media on South Africa’s handover of SADC chairship next month.
Picture :  Jacoline Prinsloo
 
Minister Maite Nkoane-Mashabane briefing the media about the Angola state visit.
Pictures: Unati Ngamntwini
 
President Jacob Zuma lays a wreath as he pays respect to Angola's past President, Augatos Nato.
Pictures: Unati Ngamntwini
 
President Jacob Zuma & President Dos Santos clap hands during the press briefing.
Pictures: Unati Ngamntwini
 
RSA President Jacob Zuma gestures as he makes a point during a press briefing on the importance of the Angola State Visit.
Pictures: Unati Ngamntwini
 
President Jacob Zuma addresses the national assembly.
Pictures: Unati Ngamntwini
 
Minister Dos Anjos chats to RSA President Jacob Zuma as he arrives in Luanda, Angola.
Pictures: Unati Ngamntwini
 
Left to right:  Deputy Minister Ebrahim Ebrahim, Timor-Leste Foreign Affairs Minister Dr Zacarias da Costa, and Minister Nkoana-Mashabane.
Pictures:  Jacoline Prinsloo
 
US Secretary of State Ms Hillary Clinton pays a courtesy call on Deputy President Kgalema Motlanthe at the Union Buildings, 07 Aug 2009.
Pictures: Unati Ngamntwini
 
United States of America Secretary of State, Ms Hillary Rodham Clinton arrive at OR Tambo International Airport In Johannesburg, South Africa.  She is received by South African Minister of International Relations and Cooperation Ms Maite Nkoana-Mashabane, 6 August 2009.
Pictures:  Jacoline Prinsloo
 
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Dr Ayanda Ntsaluba Director General of the Dept. of International Relations and Cooperation briefing the media on current international issues that South Africa is interacting, Pretoria, Union Building, 30 July 2009.
Pictures:  Unathi Ngamntwini
 
President Zuma meets with President Barak Obama , President of the USA, during the G8 plus G5 at the start of the G8 Summit in Italy. 
Pictures:  Sanjay Singh
 
President Zuma chats with German Chancellor , Ms. Angela Marcel.
Pictures:  Sanjay Singh
 
President Jacob Zuma with some members of the G5 in Italy, 8 July 2009.
Picture: G8 Photographer
 
Minister Mashabane presenting her speech during the Financial meeting at the General Assembly of the UN in New York.
Picture: Sanjay Singh
 
President Zuma attends the APRM meeting ahead of the AU Heads of State Summit in Sirte ,Libya.
Picture: Sanjay Singh
 
President Jacob Zuma arrives for the AU Summit in Sirte, Libya. The Minister of Arts and Culture of Libya welcomes President Zuma, 29 June 2009. Picture: Sanjay Singh
 
SADC's Executive Secretary, Dr Tomza Salomoa during the Press Conference, Sandton Convention Center, 19 June 2009.. Picture:  Jacoline Prinsloo
 
Minister Maite Nkoana-Mashabane delivers the Budget Vote Speech for the Department of International Relations and Cooperation, Cape Town, South Africa, 18 June 2009. Picture: Unati Ngamntwini
 
Minister Maite Nkoana-Mashabane and the Foreign Minister Shaik Abdullah bin Zayed Al-Nahyan of the UAE respond to the media questions, 4 June 2009. Picture: Unati Ngamntwini
 
State of the Nation Address by the President of the Republic of South Africa, Jacob G Zuma, to the Joint Sitting of Parliament, Cape Town, South Africa, 3 June 2009. Picture: GCIS
 
Deputy President Kgalema Motlanthe of South Africa recieve East Timor Prime Minister Kay Rala Xanana Gushmao, with the Minister of International Relations and Cooporation, Ms Maite Nkoana-Mashabane, Pretoria, 31 May 2009.
 
Deputy Foreign Minister of Syrian with President Jacob Zuma to deliver a special message to the president, Esselen Park, Kempton Park, 29 May 2009
 
AU's Jean Ping with the Minister of International Relations & Cooperation Maite Nkoana Mashabane, to introduce himself and the brief the minister on some developments within the AU's work. Esselen Park, Kempton Park, 29 May 2009
 
US Congressman Donald Payne with new Minister of International Relations & Cooperation Maite Nkoana-Mashabane, to strengthen ties between the two new administrations of the US and RSA, Esselen Park, Kempton Park, 29 May 2009
 
Deputy President Kgalema Motlanthe with Vice President og Ghana John Dramani mahama at Union Buildings, Pretoria, 19 may 2009
 
Minister of International Relations and Co-operation Maite Nkoana-Mashabane at a media briefing Union Buildings, Pretoria, 14 May 2009.
 
Minister of International Relations and Co-operation Maite Nkoana-Mashabane and Deputy Minister Ebrahim Ismail Ebrahim interacting with media. Union Buildings, 14 May 2009
 
King Mswati and South African President Kgalema Motlanthe being directed by Dr. Solamao where to stand in a SADC Extra-ordinary meeting in Swaziland, 30 March 2009.
 
King Mswati and Minister of Foreign Affairs Dr. Nkosazana Dlamini Zuma at SADC Extra-ordinary meeting in Swaziland, 30 March 2009.
 
South African Minister Dlamini-Zuma and Rwanda Foreign Minister Rose Museminali address a press briefing after the Joint Commission held at the Grooteschuur house in Rondeboch, Cape Town. 25 March 2005.
Pictures: Unati Ngamntwini
 
President Kgalema Motlanthe greets Rwanda Foreign Minister Rose Museminali as she pays a courtesy call in Rondeboch, Cape Town, 25 March 2009. Pictures: Unati Ngamntwini
 
President Kgalema Motlanthe with Rwandan Foreign Minister Rose Museminali in Cape Town, 25 March 2009.
Pictures: Unati Ngamntwini
 
Minister of Foreign Affairs, Dr Nkosazana Dlamini Zuma and US Secretary of State, Ms Hillary Clinton, at the US Department of the State, Washington, USA, 19 March 2009. Picture: Michael Gross of the United States, Department of State

 
President Kgalema Motlanthe greets Chilean President HE Michell Bachelet before their meeting in Cape Town.
Pictures: Unati Ngamntwini
 

Chilean President HE Michell Bachelet is greeted by Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Fatima Hajiag upon arrival at the Cape Town International.
Pictures: Unati Ngamntwini
 
RSA President Kgalema Motlanthe giving a press interview as he departs the conference.
Pictures: Unati Ngamntwini
 
Dr Dlamini Zuma RSA Foreign Minister welcomes UNSG Ban Ki-Moon as he arrives in Pretoria.
Pictures: Unati Ngamntwini
 
Dr Dlamini-zuma RSA Foreign Minister and UNSG Ban Ki-Moon walking into the Sheraton as the UNSG arrives in Pretoria.
Pictures: Unati Ngamntwini
 
Dr Ayanda Ntsaluba DG Foreign Affairs smiles as he takes questions during a press briefing at the Union Buildings.
Pictures: Unati Ngamntwini
 
Prof Athur Muthambara & SADC Executive secretary Dr Augasto Solamao look on as Morgan Tsvangarai takes an oath infront of President Mugabe.
Pictures: Unati Ngamntwini
 
Director General of the Department of Foreign Affairs, Dr Ayanda Ntsaluba briefs media on international events.
He spoke about Zimbabwe, UK visa request, upcomming DFA events.
Picture: Jacoline Prinsloo
 
Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Sue van der Merwe signing a Joint Communique with Assistant Foreign Minister for Follow-Up Affairs of the State of Qatar Mr Mohammed Abdullah Al-Rumaihi in her office at Parliament.
Picture: Jacoline Prinsloo
 
South African Deputy Foreign Minister Sue van der Merwe shaking hand with with the Assistant Foreign Minister for Follow-Up Affairs of the State of Qatar Mr Mohammed Abdullah Al-Rumaihi at the Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa in Camps Bay, Cape Town on Wednesday 04 February 2009. In the background is Lions Head.
Picture: Jacoline Prinsloo
 
South African Deputy Foreign Minister Sue van der Merwe with the Assistant Foreign Minister for Follow-Up Affairs of the State of Qatar Mr Mohammed Abdullah Al-Rumaihi at the Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa in Camps Bay, Cape Town.
Picture: Jacoline Prinsloo
 
(left to right) Director General of Foreign Affairs, Dr Ayanda Ntsaluba, Dean of the Diplomatic Corps in SA Libyan Amb H E Dr A A Alzubedi , Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Sue van der Merwe and Foreign Minister Dr Nkosazana Dlamini Zuma opening the New State Protocol Lounge at Cape Town International Airport.
Picture: Jacoline Prinsloo
 
Foreign Minister Dr Nkosazana Dlamini Zuma opening the New State Protocol Lounge at Cape Town International Airport with Dean of the Diplomatic Corps and Ambassador of Libya H E Dr A A Alzubedi.
Picture: Jacoline Prinsloo
 
Foreign Minister Dr Nkosazana Dlamini Zuma opening the New State Protocol Lounge at Cape Town International Airport.
Picture: Jacoline Prinsloo
 
Libya Ambassador to South Africa and Dean of the Diplomatic Corps H.E. Abdullah Alzubedi talks with Rev Frank Chikane just before the briefing in Pretoria, South Africa.
Picture: Jacoline Prinsloo
 

Rev Frank Chikane brief the Diplomatic Corps in South Africa with the SADC Zimbabwe process in Pretoria, South Africa.
Picture: Jacoline Prinsloo
 
1st-Vice President of Burundi, Dr Yves Sahinguvu greeting Minister Nqakula upon his arrival at the consultative meeting of the Burundi peace process in Bujumbura.
Picture: Unati Ngamntwini
 
1st-Vice President of Burundi Dr Yves Sahinguvugu greeting Amb Mamabolo upon his arrival at the consultative meeting of the Burundi peace process in Bujumbura.
Picture: Unati Ngamntwini
 
South African Defence Minister Charles Nqakula delivers a speech as 1st Vice President of Burundi, Dr Yves Sahinguvugu and Ugandan Ambassador to the UN, Adonia Ayebare look on.
Picture: Unati Ngamntwini
 
Burundi former presidents HE Ndiyazeye dormitien, HE Buyoya Piene, RSA Defence Minister Charles Nqakula, Burundi 1st-Vice pres Dr Yves Sahinguvu, Amb Mamabolo [Special Envoy to the Great lakes region] at the conclusion of the consultative meeting in Bujumbura
Picture: Unati Ngamntwini
 
President Kgalema Motlanthe with People’s Republic of China Mr Yang Jiechi.
Picture: Ntswe Mokone
 

Dr Ayanda Ntsaluba, Director General of the Department of Foreign Affairs briefing media.
Picture: Jacoline Prinsloo
 
South African Deputy President Baleka Mbete met with Sweden Deputy Prime Minister Mrs Maud Olofsson at OR Tambo House (official residence of Deputy President Mbete) in Pretoria for a breakfast meeting.
Picture: Jacoline Prinsloo
 
Deputy Minister Sue van der Merwe hosted a farewell lunchen to outgoing US Ambassador Eric Bost at the Lombardy Estate.
Picture: Jacoline Prinsloo
 
Dr Behrouz Alishihri, the Deputy Minister of Economic Affairs and Finance of Iran with South African Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Fatima Hajaig walking together.
Picture: Jacoline Prinsloo
 
Dr Behrouz Alishihri, the Deputy Minister of Economic Affairs and Finance of Iran with South African Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Fatima Hajaig.
Picture: Jacoline Prinsloo
 
Dr Behrouz Alishihri, the Deputy Minister of Economic Affairs and Finance of Iran in the rain.
Picture: Jacoline Prinsloo
 
Ambassador Jerry Matjila, the Deputy Director-General responsible for Asia and Middle East in the Department of Foreign Affairs and Dr Behrouz Alishihri, the Deputy Minister of Economic Affairs and Finance of Iran during discussions.
Picture: Jacoline Prinsloo
 
Minister Dlamini Zuma speaking with Minister Nathi Mthethwe and ANC President Jacob Zuma during the Imbizo/End of 16 Days of Activism event heald in KwaMsinga in KwaZulu-Natal today, 10 December 2008.
Picture: Unati Ngamntwini
 
Briefing by Minister Charles Nqakula on the Signing Ceremony of the Convention on Cluster Munitions and Update on the Burundi Situation
Picture: Unati Ngamntwini
 
Ms Sue van der Merwe, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs presents a look at Multilateralism and the respect for International Law as strategic objectives of South Africa's Foreign Policy at the University of Pretoria.
Picture: Unati Ngamntwini
 
Pretoria University Vice Chancellor Prof C Pristorious at Multilateralism and the respect for International Law conference on Western Sahara at the University of Pretoria.
Picture: Unati Ngamntwini
 
Deputy Minister Fatima Hajiag delivers a speech at the Launch of 16 Days of Activism of the Department of Foreign Affairs, Pretoria, South Africa, 28 November 2008.
Picture: Unati Ngamntwini
 
Former Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Mr Aziz Pahad with Minister Nkosazana Dlamini Zuma at the farewell function held at Galagher Estate, Midrand.
Pictures: Jacoline Prinsloo
 
President Montlante recieved HE Amb MM Al-Ali of Saudi Arabia. The Ambassador payed a courtesy call on the president at his offices in the Union Building this afternoon. 27 Nov 2008.
Pictures: Unati Ngamntwini
 

South African Foreign Minister, Dr Nkosazana Dlamini Zuma and the Russian Federation Minister of Natural Resources and Ecology, Mr Yuri Trutnev during the Inter-governmental Committee on Trade and Economic Co-operation (ITEC) held at the Izulu Hotel in Durban, Kwa Zulu Natal province, South Africa.
Picture:  Jacoline Prinsloo
 
Deputy Minister van der Merwe met with her Lithuanian counterpart Deputy Minister Jusys. The two principals signed a Memorandum of Understanding on the Establishment of a Bilateral Consultation Mechanism between the DFA and the Lithuanian Ministry of Foreign Affairs.
Pictures: Unati Ngamntwini
 
Deputy Minister Sue van der Merwe meeting with Lithuanian Deputy Foreign Minister HE O. Jusys at her residency in Pretoria.
Pictures: Unati Ngamntwini
 
President Kgalema Montlante and President Seretse Khama Ian Khama of Botswana at the Presidential Guesthouse, Pretoria, South Africa, 23 November 2008.
Pictures: Unati Ngamntwini
 
Deputy Foreign Minister Sue Van Der Merwe and Mr Angel Lossada, the Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Spain during the Fifth Annaul South Africa - Spain Consultations, 21 November 2008, Pretoria, South Africa.
Picture: Unati Ngamntwini
 
Minister of Foreign Affairs Dr. Nkosazana Dlamini Zuma walks onto the stage to deliver her speech during the memorial service of Miriam Makeba, 15 November 2008.
Picture: Jacoline Prinsloo
 
Deputy Minster Sue van der Merwe meeting with HE Morteza Sarmadi, Executive Director of the Indian Ocean Rim Assossiation for Regional Co-operation, at the Union Buildings. 12 November 2008.
Picture: Unati Ngamntwini
 
President Kgalema Montlante chating to Mozambique President Amando Emilio Guebuza during SADC Extraordinary summit.
Picture: Unati Ngamntwini
 
President Kgalema Montlante delivering an opening during SADC Extraordinary summit.
Picture: Unati Ngamntwini
 
SADC family picture.
 
Zimbabwe Deputy Prime Minister designate, Prof. Arthur Muthambara giving a press briefing at the conclusion of the SADC Extrodinatry Summit in Sandton, Johannesburg.
Picture: Unati Ngamntwini
 
Morgan Tsvangarai giving a press briefing post the SADC Extraordinary Summit in Sandton,Jhb.
Picture: Unati Ngamntwini
 
Dr Augasto Salamao [Executive Chair of SADC] briefing the media on the Extraordinary Summit of SADC to take place on the 08-09 November 208 at the Sandton Convention Centre in JHB.
Picture: Unati Ngamntwini
 

President of Zimbabwe Robert Mugabe arriving at OR Tambo International Airport for the upcomming SADC Extra-Ordinary Summit of Heads of State and Government.
Picture:  Jacoline Prinsloo
 
Namibian President Hifikepunye POHAMBA arrives at OR Tambo ahead of te SADC Extra-Ordinary Summit of Heads of State and Government.
Picture: Jacoline Prinsloo
 
Defence Minister Nqakula and Foreign affairs deputy Minister Sue van der Merwe chating at the SADC Extraordinary Summit.
Picture: Unati Ngamntwini
 

Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ms Sue van der Merwe receives the Saharawi Arab Democratic Republic Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mr Mohamed Ould Salek as Special Envoy of Saharawi President Mohamed Abdelaziz, 6 November 2008.
Picture: Unati Ngamntwini
 
Deputy Minister Fatima Hajiag taking Oath of Affirmation from Justice Langa at the Union Buildings, Pretoria, 05 November 2008.
 
Minister of Foreign Affairs, Dr. Nkosazana Dlamini Zuma speaking during the Imbizo.
Picture:  Jacoline Prinsloo
 
President Montlante former President Mbeki with Sibongile Khumalo.
Pictures: Unati Ngamntwini
 
Former Italian Prime Minister Romano Prodi (front) and Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ms Sue van der Merwe (background) delivering opening remarks for the African Union – United Nations Panel of distinguished persons to hear views of SADC governments and civil society on the relationship between the United Nations and regional organisations, in particular, the African Union in conflict resolution.
Picture:  Jacoline Prinsloo
 
Former Italian Prime Minister Romano Prodi walking with Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ms Sue van der Merwe.
Picture:  Jacoline Prinsloo
 
Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs South Africa, Ms Sue van der Merwe (middle), Mr Yoshitaka Akimoto - Special Envoy to the Prime Minister of Japan (left) and Japanense Ambassador to South Africa Mr Toshinori Shigeie (right).
Picture:  Jacoline Prinsloo
 
South African Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ms Sue van der Merwe with Sweden Minister of Foreign Affairs Ms Ewa Bjorling. Union Buildings, South Africa
Picture:  Jacoline Prinsloo
 
Left to right: Acting Regional Director for Africa Mr Moustapha Soumare, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs SA Ms Sue van der Merwe, and Acting UN Resident Coordinator Mr George K Nsiah.
Picture:  Jacoline Prinsloo
 

Left to right: Southern African Development Community (SADC) Executive Secretary Mr Tomaz Augusto Salomao, South African President Kgalema Motlanthe, Rwandan President Paul Kagame, President Yoweri Museveni of Uganda, Kenyan President Mwai Kibaki ,The President of the United Republic of Tanzania, currently Chair of the African Union. Pictures: Unati Ngamntwini
 

Minister of Defence Mr Charles Nqkula in Bujumbura, Burundi. He met with President Pierre Nkurunziza of Burundi and the chair of the Palipehutu-Forces for National Liberation (FNL) Mr Agathon Rwasa.
Pictures: Unati Ngamntwini
 

South African President Kgalema Motlanthe with his Indian and Brazilian counterparts Prime Minister Manmohan Singh and President Luis Inacio Lula Da Silva during a IBSA press conference.
Picture: Supplied by Indian Gov Photographer
 
Dr Ayanda Ntsaluba DG of Foreign Affairs briefs the media on on the IBSA Summit and the Zimbabwe power-sharing negotiations.
Picture: Unati Ngamntwini [mr]
 
Minister Nqakula briefs the media on issues in relation to the Burundi peace process.
Picture: Unati Ngamntwini [mr]
 
President Kgalema Motlanthe leaving South Africa to attend the IBSA Conference in India.
Picture:  Jacoline Prinsloo
 
South African President Kgalema Motlanthe shaking hands with the new Sweden Ambassador to South Africa, Mr Peter Tejler during the Credential ceremony held in the Presidential Guesthouse, Pretoria, South Africa.  In the background is Ref Frank Chikane (Director General in the Presidents office) and in the far back is Dr Ayanda Ntsaluba ( Director General to the Department of Foreign Affairs SA).
Picture:  Jacoline Prinsloo
 
South African President Kgalema Motlanthe receiving the letter of Credence  from the to the new Sweden Ambassador to South Africa, Mr Peter Tejler during the Credential ceremony held in the Presidential Guesthouse, Pretoria, South Africa.
Picture:  Jacoline Prinsloo
 
South African President Kgalema Motlanthe with Nigerian High Commissioner, Brig Gen Mohammed Buba Marwa during the Credential ceremony held in the Presidential Guesthouse, Pretoria, South Africa.
Picture:  Jacoline Prinsloo
 
South African President Kgalema Motlanthe speaking to the new Arab Republic of Egypt Ambassador, Mr Mohamed Badr Eldin Mostafa Zayed during the Credential ceremony held in the Presidential Guesthouse, Pretoria, South Africa.
Picture:  Jacoline Prinsloo
 
South African President Kgalema Motlanthe listening to the new Austrian Ambassador to South Africa, Dr Otto Ditz during the Credential ceremony held in the Presidential Guesthouse, Pretoria, South Africa
Picture:  Jacoline Prinsloo
 
The Southern African Development Community (SADC) Executive Secretary, Dr. Tomáz Augusto Salomão pay
a courtesy call on President Kgalema Motlanthe at The Union Buildings in Tshwane.
Picture: Jacoline Prinsloo
 
President Kgalema Mothlanthe of South Africa receive the letter of Credence from Ambassador Angel Villa Hernandez at the Presidential Guesthouse.
Picture:  Jacoline Prinsloo
 
Minister Dlamini Zuma addressing the United Nations General Assembly.
Picture:  Supplied by UN
 
Minister Dlamini Zuma at the UN Security Council.
Picture: Supplied by UN
 
Minister Dlamini Zuma and General Secretary of the UN - Mr. Banki Moona at the United Nations General Assembly.
Picture: Supplied by UN
 
Deputy Minister Pahad brief Media on International Developments.
Picture: Unati Ngamntwini
 
Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, Sue van der Merwe greeting Ernest Moyo, the brother of the late Derrick Moyo.
Picture:  Jacoline Prinsloo
 

President Mbeki receives Letter of Credence from HE Mr Ladislav Straka (Ambassador-designate) to Slovak Republic.
Picture: Unati Ngamntwini
 
President Mbeki receives Letter of Credence from HE Ms Lineo Lydia Khechane-Ntoane (High Commissioner-designate) to Lesetho.
Picture: Unati Ngamntwini
 
President Mbeki receives Letter of Credence from HE Ms Regine Rwamibango (Ambassador-designate) to Burundi's.
Picture: Unati Ngamntwini
 
President Mbeki receives Letter of Credence from HE Mr Valiry Hrebenuik (Ambassador-designate) to Ukraine.
Picture: Unati Ngamntwini
 
Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Sue van der Merwe, Minister of State for External Affairs for the Government of India Mr Anand Sharma and Prof L Nongxa (Vice Chancellor, University of the Witwatersrand) unveiling the plaque during the Launch of Centre for Indian Studies in Africa.
Picture:  Jacoline Prinsloo
 
The two Foreign Ministers sign bilateral agreements after the
SA-Tunisia Joint Bilateral Commission in Tunisia.
Pictures:Sanjay Singh
 
Deputy Minister Aziz Pahad briefs the Media on the situation in Zimbabwe, Union Buildings, Pretoria, 12 September 2008.
Picture: Unati Ngamntwini
 
Amb George Nene, DDG Multilateral, briefing the media on the upcoming 63rd UNGA later this month
Picture: Unati Ngamntwini
 
Amb George Nene interacting with JJ from radio 702 during the press briefing on the 63rd UNGA
Picture: Unati Ngamntwini
 
Minister Of Foreign Affairs of South Africa met with her counterpart
Picture: Sanjay Singh
 
 

 

 
PHOTO GALLERY ARCHIVES
16 October 2009: Public Lecture by Minister Maite Nkoana-Mashabane at the University of Limpopo
Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Ms Maite Nkoane-Mashabane presents a lecture at an imbizo outside Polokwane in Limpopo, 16 October 2009.
Picture: Unati Ngamntwini
 
13 October 2009: Department of International Relations and Cooperation Media Briefing by the Director General, Dr Ayanda Ntsaluba
International Relations and Cooperation’s Director-General Dr Ayanda Ntsaluba briefs the Media on current International Developments, 13 October 2009.
Picture:  Jacoline Prinsloo
 
26 - 27 September 2009: 2nd Africa - South America (ASA) Summit, Venezuela
Opening of the 2nd Africa - South America Summit (ASA), Venezuela, 26-27 September 2009.
President Jacob Zuma and Minister Maiti Nkoana-Mashabane at the 2nd Africa - South America Summit (ASA), Venezuela, 26-27 September 2009.
President Jacob Zuma meets President Tabare Vazquez of Uruguay at the 2nd Africa - South America Summit (ASA), Venezuela, 26-27 September 2009.
President Jacob Zuma meets President Hugo Chaves on Margarita Island during the 2nd Africa - South America Summit (ASA), Venezuela, 26-27 September 2009.
Pres Zuma meets President Verónica Michelle Bachelet Jeria of Chile at the 2nd Africa - South America Summit (ASA), Venezuela, 26-27 September 2009.

Pictures: Unati Ngamntwini
 
28 - 29 September 2009: South Africa - Iran Deputy Ministerial Working Group Meeting
Deputy Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Mr Ebrahim Ebrahim meeting with Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammed Bageri, 28-29 Septmber 2009.
Pictures:  Jacoline Prinsloo

Deputy Minister Ebrahim Ebrahim meets with the Iranian Islamic Cultural and Communication Organization, Mr Mostafavi at the Islamic Cultural and Communication Organization, Tehran, Iran, 28-29 September 2009.
 
21-25 September 2009: 64th Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA64), New York, USA
President of the Republic of South Africa, Mr Jacob Zuma, addresses the General Debate of the Sixty-Fourth Session of the General Assembly, United Nations, New York, 23 September 2009.
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15 - 16 September 2009: Official Visit to Khartoum, Sudan

Minister in the Presidency, Mr. Collins Chabane meets with with the Foreign Minister of Sudan, Mr. Deng Alor.
Minister Maite Nkoana-Mashabane holds bilateral discussions with Dr. Ghazi Salahaddin, Advisor of the President of Sudan during her official visit to Khartoum, Sudan
Minister Maite Nkoana-Mashabane meets with the Chairperson of the National Electoral Commission, Judge Abel Alier in Khartoum, Sudan.
Minister Mashabane and Minister Chabane paid a courtesy call on President Omar El Bashir of Sudan during her working visit to Khartoum, Sudan.
Pictures: Sanjay Singh
 
11 September 2009: President Zuma to Co–Chair the Second SA - EU Summit in Kleinmond, Cape Town.
President Jacob Zuma makes a point as Swedish Prime Minister Fredrik Reinfeldt listens tentativerly during the press briefing.
Pictures: Unati Ngamntwini
President Jacob Zuma shakes hands with Secretary General Javier Solana
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President Jacob Zuma shaking hands with Swedish Prime Minister Fredrik Reinfeldt in Tuinhuis.
Pictures: Unati Ngamntwini
President Jacob Zuma with Swedish Prime Minister Fredrik Reinfeldt upon arrival at Tuinhius.
Pictures: Unati Ngamntwini
 
08 Sept 2009: Deputy Minister Ebrahim Ebrahim receives Credentials form NEPAD Secretariat CEO
Deputy Minister Ebrahim Ebrahim receives Credentials from NEPAD Secretariat CEO.
Picture: Jacoline Prinsloo
 
31 August 2009: Department of International Relations and Cooperation, South Africa, Media Briefing by the Director General, Dr Ayanda Ntsaluba at the Union Buildings.
Department of International Relations and Cooperation Director-General Dr Ayanda Ntsaluba briefs the media on South Africa’s handover of SADC chairship next month.
Picture :  Jacoline Prinsloo
 
08 August 2009: President Zuma arrives in Angola for his first State Visit.

Minister Dos Anjos greets RSA president Jacob Zuma as he arrives in Luanda, Angola.
Pictures: Unati Ngamntwini
President Jacob Zuma & President Dos Santos conversate.
Pictures: Unati Ngamntwini
President Jacob Zuma observes the presidential guard as he is welcomed by President Dos Santos at the palace.
Pictures: Unati Ngamntwini
President Zuma and President Dos Santos shake hands.
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RSA President Jacob Zuma is recieved by Minister Dos Anjos upon arrival in Luanda, Angola.
Pictures: Unati Ngamntwini
Minister Maite Nkoane-Mashabane briefing the media about the Angola state visit.
Pictures: Unati Ngamntwini
President Jacob Zuma lays a wreath as he pays respect to Angola's past President, Augatos Nato.
Pictures: Unati Ngamntwini
President Jacob Zuma & President Dos Santos clap hands during the press briefing.
Pictures: Unati Ngamntwini
President Jacob Zuma addresses the national assembly.
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Minister Dos Anjos chats to RSA President Jacob Zuma as he arrives in Luanda, Angola.
Pictures: Unati Ngamntwini

RSA President Jacob Zuma briefs the media on the Angola State Visit.
Pictures: Unati Ngamntwini
RSA President Jacob Zuma gestures as he makes a point during a press briefing on the importance of the Angola State Visit.
Pictures: Unati Ngamntwini
 
17 August 2009: Minister Nkoana-Mashabane to host Timor-Leste Foreign Affairs Minister Dr Zacarias da Costa.
Left to right:  Deputy Minister Ebrahim Ebrahim, Timor-Leste Foreign Affairs Minister Dr Zacarias da Costa, and Minister Nkoana-Mashabane.
Pictures:  Jacoline Prinsloo
Minister of International Relations and Cooperation,Ms Maite Nkoana-Mashabane with Timor-Leste Foreign Affairs Minister Dr Zacarias da Costa.
Pictures:  Jacoline Prinsloo
Left to right:  Timor-Leste Foreign Affairs Minister Dr Zacarias da Costa shaking hands with Deputy Minister of International Relations and Cooperation Mr Ebrahim Ebrahim.  In the middle is Minister of International Relations and Cooperation Ms Maite Nkoana-Mashabane.
Pictures:  Jacoline Prinsloo
 
07 August 2009: Minister Maite Nkoana-Mashabane to hold Bilateral Discussions with US Secretary of State, Ms Hillary Rodham Clinton

Minister of International Relations and Cooperation Ms Maite Nkoana-Mashabane receives the United State of America Secretary of State Ms Hillary Clinton at OR Tambo International Airport, 6 August 2009.


Pictures:  Jacoline Prinsloo

 
 
21 July 2009: The Director-General of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Dr Mohamed ElBaradei meets Ambassador Abdul Minty

The Directore-General, Dr Mohamed El Baradei of the IAEA speaks during a press conference concluding his visit to South Africa.  With him is Ambassador Abdul Minty from the Department of International Relations and Cooperation, 21 July 2009.

Pictures:  Jacoline Prinsloo
 
08-10 July 2009: G8 Summit in L’Aquila, Abruzzo in Italy.
President Zuma held bilateral discussions with President Barack Obama of the US in Italy during the G8 Summit.
Pictures:  Sanjay Singh

Minister Maite Mashabane , Minister of International Relations and Cooperation of South Africa ,meet with President Obama during the G8 ummit.
Pictures:  Sanjay Singh
President Zuma meets with President Barak Obama , President of the USA, during the G8 plus G5 at the start of the G8 Summit in Italy. 
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President Zuma chats with German Chancellor , Ms. Angela Marcel.
Pictures:  Sanjay Singh
President Zuma attends the G8 plus G5 Summit in Italy.
Pictures:  Sanjay Singh
President Zuma with Prime  Gordon Brown of the UK during the G8 Summit in Italy.
Pictures:  Sanjay Singh
President Zuma held bilaterals discussions with the General Secretary of the UN . Mr. Bani KI Moon during the G 8 Summit in Italy.
Pictures:  Sanjay Singh
 
15-16 July 2009: XV NAM Summit, Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt
President of South Africac, Jacob Zuma presents his speech during the General Debate at the NAM Summit in Sharm El Shiekh, Egypt, 15 July 2009.
Pictures: Sanjay Singh
 
08-10 July 2009: G8 Summit in L’Aquila, Abruzzo in Italy
Members of the G8 in L'Aquila, Italy, 8-10 July 2009.
Members of the G5 - Mexico, Brazil, India, South African and China - meet before the G8 Summit in L'Aquila, Italy, 8 July 2009.
Pictures: G8 Photographer
 
24-26 June 2009: UN High-Level Conference on global financial and economic crisis, New York, USA
Minister Mashabane meets with the UN Secretary General , Mr. Bani KI Moon at the UN in New York.
Picture: Sanjay Singh
Minister Mashabane presenting her speech during the Financial meeting at the General Assembly of the UN in New York.
Picture: Sanjay Singh
 

1-3 July 2009: 13th Oridnary Session of the African Union (AU) Summit, Sirte, Libya
President Zuma attends the APRM meeting ahead of the AU Heads of State Summit in Sirte ,Libya.
Picture: Sanjay Singh
President Zuma with the first lady ,and Minister Maite Mashabane , Minister of International Relations and Cooperation at the opening ceremony of the AU Heads of State Summit in Sirte , Libya.
Picture: Sanjay Singh
Family photo of the Heads of State at the opening ceremony of the AU Summit in Sirte , Libya.
Picture: Sanjay Singh
 
1-3 July 2009: 13th Oridnary Session of the African Union (AU) Summit, Sirte, Libya
President Jacob Zuma arrives for the AU Summit in Sirte, Libya. The Minister of Arts and Culture of Libya welcomes President Zuma, 29 June 2009.
President Zuma meets with the local dignitries on his arrival in Sirte, Libya, 29 June 2009.
President Zuma observes the military and takes the salute Sirte, Libya, 29 June 2009.

Pictures: Sanjay Singh
 
28-30 June 2009: 15th Ordinary Session of the African Union Executive Council, Sirte, Libya
Minister Maite Nkoana-Mashabane, Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, attends the Ministerial Opening Ceremony of the AU Summit in Sirte, Libya, 28 June 2009.

Picture: Sanjay Singh
 
20 June 2009: SADC Extra-ordinary Summit in Sandton, Johannesburg.

President Jacob Zuma greets King Mswati at the SADC, Sandton Convention Center, 20 Jnue 2009

Picture:  Jacoline Prinsloo

President Jacob Zuma and President Robert Mugabe embrace as they met at SADC, Sandton Convention Center, 20 Jnue 2009.

Picture:  Jacoline Prinsloo

President Jacob Zuma consults with SADC Exexutive Sec Dr Augasto Salomao at the Summit.

Picture:  Jacoline Prinsloo
 
19 June 2009: SADC Executive Secretary, Dr Tomaz Salomão to addresses Media Briefing
SADC's Executive Secretary, Dr Tomza Salomoa during the Press Conference, Sandton Convention Center, 19 June 2009.
Picture:  Jacoline Prinsloo
 
18 June 2009: Budget Vote Speech by Minister Maite Nkoana-Mashabane, Cape Town, South Africa
Minister Maite Nkoana-Mashabane delivers the Budget Vote Speech, Cape Town, South Africa, 18 June 2009. Picture: Unati Ngamntwini
 
4 June 2009: South Africa - United Arab Emirates (UAE) Bilateral, Political, Economic and Trade Relations, Cape Town, South Africa
Minister Maite Nkoana-Mashabane greets the Foreign Minister Shaik Abdullah bin Zayed Al-Nahyan of the UAE, 4 June 2009.
Minister Maite Nkoana-Mashabane and the Foreign Minister Shaik Abdullah bin Zayed Al-Nahyan of the UAE respond to the media questions, 4 June 2009.

Pictures: Unati Ngamntwini
 
3 June 2009: State of the Nation Address 2009 by President Jacob Zuma, Cape Town, South Africa

State of the Nation Address by the President of the Republic of South Africa, Jacob G Zuma, to the Joint Sitting of Parliament, Cape Town, South Africa, 3 June 2009.

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Deputy President Kgalema Motlanthe of South Africa recieve East Timor Prime Minister Kay Rala Xanana Gushmao, with the Minister of International Relations and Cooporation, Ms Maite Nkoana-Mashabane, Pretoria, 31 May 2009.
Pictures: Unati Ngamntwini
 
29 May 2009: Minister of Internationa Relations & Cooperation at Esselen Park, Kempton Park, 29 May 2009
Deputy Foreign Minister of Syrian with President Jacob Zuma to deliver a special message to the president, Esselen Park, Kempton Park, 29 May 2009.
Pictures: Unati Ngamntwini
AU's Jean Ping with the Minister of International Relations & Cooperation Maite Nkoana Mashabane, to introduce himself and the brief the minister on some developments within the AU's work. Esselen Park, Kempton Park, 29 May 2009
Pictures: Unati Ngamntwini
US Congressman Donald Payne with new Minister of International Relations & Cooperation Maite Nkoana-Mashabane, to strengthen ties between the two new administrations of the US and RSA, Esselen Park, Kempton Park, 29 May 2009. Pictures: Unati Ngamntwini
 
19 May 2009: Deputy President Kgalema Motlanthe with Vice President of Ghana John Dramani Mahama

Ghana Vice President John Dramani Mahama meets with Deputy President Kgalema Motlanthe at Union Buildings, 19 May 2009.
Pictures: Unati Ngamntwini
 
Minister of International Relations and Co-operation Maite Nkoana-Mashabane at a media briefing Union Buildings, Pretoria, 14 May 2009.
Pictures: Unati Ngamntwini
 
19 March 2009: Minister Dlamini Zuma holds Bilateral Discussions with US Secretary of State, Ms Hillary Clinton
Minister of Foreign Affairs, Dr Nkosazana Dlamini Zuma and US Secretary of State, Ms Hillary Clinton, at the US Department of the State, Washington, USA, 19 March 2009.

Pictures: Michael Gross of the United States, Department of State
 
17 March 2009: President Kgalema Motlanthe to receive credentials from designated Heads of Mission.

Singapore High Commissioner HE Mr. Benard during the presentation of letters of credence or commission to President Kgalema Motlanthe, Pretoria.
Pictures: Unati Ngamntwini
Portugal Ambassador HE Mr. Joao Nugent Ramos-Pinto during the presentation of letters of credence or commission to President Kgalema Motlanthe, Pretoria.
Pictures: Unati Ngamntwini
Peru Ambassador HE Mr. Daul Matute-Mejia during the presentation of letters of credence or commission to President Kgalema Motlanthe, Pretoria.
Pictures: Unati Ngamntwini
New Zealand High Commissioner HE Mr. Geoffrey John Randal handing over his letter of credence or commission to President Kgalema Motlanthe, Pretoria.
Pictures: Unati Ngamntwini
Jamaican High Commissioner HE Mr. Audly Rodrigues addressing media during the presentation of letters of credence or commission to President Kgalema Motlanthe, Pretoria.
Pictures: Unati Ngamntwini
Socialist Republic of Vietnam HE Mr Nguyen Manh Hung (Ambassador-designate) during the presentation of letters of credence or commission to President Kgalema Motlanthe, Pretoria.
Pictures: Unati Ngamntwini
 
President Kgalema Motlanthe greets Chilean President HE Michell Bachelet before their meeting in Cape Town.
Pictures: Unati Ngamntwini
Chilean President HE Michell Bachelet is greeted by Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Fatima Hajiag upon arrival at the Cape Town International.
Pictures: Unati Ngamntwini
 
02 March 2009: President Motlanthe to host the Socialist International Commission for a Sustainable World Society, Kleinmond.
RSA President Kgalema Motlanthe giving a press interview as he departs the conference.
Pictures: Unati Ngamntwini
RSA Foreign Minister Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma greets Ricardo Lagos as Luis Ayala [Sec Gen of Socialist International Commission] and Goran Persson look on.
Pictures: Unati Ngamntwini
RSA Foreign Minister RSA President Kgalema Motlanthe Rcardo Lagos and Goran Persson share a joke.
Pictures: Unati Ngamntwini
ANC President Jacob Zuma greeting Luis Ayal at the start of the climate change meeting in Kleinmond, Western Cape.
Pictures: Unati Ngamntwini
 
26 – 27 February 2009: Welcome Address by Minister Dr. Nkosazana Dlamini Zuma to the SADC Council of Ministers Meeting, Cape Town.
Dr Dlamini Zuma RSA Foreign Minister welcomes UNSG Ban Ki-Moon as he arrives in Pretoria.
Pictures: Unati Ngamntwini
Dr Dlamini-zuma RSA Foreign Minister and UNSG Ban Ki-Moon walking into the Sheraton as the UNSG arrives in Pretoria.
Pictures: Unati Ngamntwini
President Motlanthe smiles as UNSG Ban Ki-Moon address a media briefing.
Pictures: Unati Ngamntwini
UNSG Ban Ki-Moon breifing media.
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UNSG Ban Ki-Moon greets Minister Van Schalkwyk as President Motlanthe and Minister Manuel look on.
Pictures: Unati Ngamntwini
 
20 February 2009: Transcript Copy: Notes Following Briefing to Media by Foreign Affairs Director General Ayanda Ntsaluba.
Dr Ayanda Ntsaluba DG Foreign Affairs smiles as he takes questions during a press briefing at the Union Buildings.
Pictures: Unati Ngamntwini
Dr Ayanda Ntsaluba interacting with members of the media Yousefi and Peter during a press briefing at the Union Buildings.
Pictures: Unati Ngamntwini
Dr Ayanda Ntsaluba DG Foreign Affairs interacting with JJ from radio702 after a press briefing at the Union Buildings.
Pictures: Unati Ngamntwini
 
13 February 2009: Address Delivered by The President of South Africa, Kgalema Motlanthe, on the Occasion of the Swearing-In of Cabinet Ministers in Harare, Zimbabwe.
Prof Athur Muthambara & SADC Executive secretary Dr Augasto Solamao look on as Morgan Tsvangarai takes an oath infront of President Mugabe.
Pictures: Unati Ngamntwini
Minister Dlamini Zuma greeting prime minister designate Morgan Tsvangarai.
Pictures: Unati Ngamntwini
Minister Dlamini Zuma greeting deputy prime minister designate Prof Muthambara.
Pictures: Unati Ngamntwini
A happy Prime Minister HE Morgan Tsvangarai at the sworing in ceremony.
Pictures: Unati Ngamntwini
Zimbabwe Deputy Prime Minister Prof Athur Muthambara giving a speech at the luncheon post the sworing in ceremony .Pictures: Unati Ngamntwini
President R Mogabe administering an oath of office to Prime Minister designate M Tsvangarai.
Pictures: Unati Ngamntwini
President Mogabe gestures as he delivers a key note address at the sworing in ceremony.
Pictures: Unati Ngamntwini
Former President Mbeki greets Tsvangarai as other vips look on
Pictures: Unati Ngamntwini
 
04 February 2009: Notes following a Briefing by Deputy Minister Sue van der Merwe and her Qatari Counter-Part, Mr Mohammed Al-Rumaihi, Cape Town.
Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Sue van der Merwe signing a Joint Communique with Assistant Foreign Minister for Follow-Up Affairs of the State of Qatar Mr Mohammed Abdullah Al-Rumaihi in her office at Parliament.
Picture: Jacoline Prinsloo
South African Deputy Foreign Minister Sue van der Merwe shaking hand with with the Assistant Foreign Minister for Follow-Up Affairs of the State of Qatar Mr Mohammed Abdullah Al-Rumaihi at the Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa in Camps Bay, Cape Town on Wednesday 04 February 2009. In the background is Lions Head.
Picture: Jacoline Prinsloo
South African Deputy Foreign Minister Sue van der Merwe with the Assistant Foreign Minister for Follow-Up Affairs of the State of Qatar Mr Mohammed Abdullah Al-Rumaihi at the Twelve Apostles Hotel and Spa in Camps Bay, Cape Town.
Picture: Jacoline Prinsloo
 
04 February 2209: Minister Dlamini Zuma Officially Opens New State Protocol Lounge at the Cape Town International Airport
(left to right) Director General of Foreign Affairs, Dr Ayanda Ntsaluba, Dean of the Diplomatic Corps in SA Libyan Amb H E Dr A A Alzubedi , Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Sue van der Merwe and Foreign Minister Dr Nkosazana Dlamini Zuma opening the New State Protocol Lounge at Cape Town International Airport.
Picture: Jacoline Prinsloo
Foreign Minister Dr Nkosazana Dlamini Zuma opening the New State Protocol Lounge at Cape Town International Airport with Dean of the Diplomatic Corps and Ambassador of Libya H E Dr A A Alzubedi.
Picture: Jacoline Prinsloo
Foreign Minister Dr Nkosazana Dlamini Zuma opening the New State Protocol Lounge at Cape Town International Airport.
Picture: Jacoline Prinsloo
 
28 January 2009: Rev Frank Chikane briefing the Diplomatic Corps in South Africa with the SADC Zimbabwe process.
Libya Ambassador to South Africa and Dean of the Diplomatic Corps H.E. Abdullah Alzubedi talks with Rev Frank Chikane just before the briefing in Pretoria, South Africa.
Picture: Jacoline Prinsloo
Rev Frank Chikane brief the Diplomatic Corps in South Africa with the SADC Zimbabwe process in Pretoria, South Africa.
Picture: Jacoline Prinsloo
 
President Rupian Banda of Zambia displays a smile as he arrives at OR Tambo International Airport ahead of the SADC Summit, 25 January 2009.
President Hifikepunye Pohamba of Namibia is welcomed by Public Works Minister Doige as he arrives at OR Tambo International Airport ahead of the SADC Summit, 25 January 2009.
President Robert Mugabe of Zimbabwe arrives to rainy Johannesburg weather at OR Tambo International Airport ahead of the SADC Summit, 25 January 2009. Pictures: Unati Ngamntwini
 
 
1st-Vice President of Burundi, Dr Yves Sahinguvu greeting Minister Nqakula upon his arrival at the consultative meeting of the Burundi peace process in Bujumbura.
Picture: Unati Ngamntwini
1st-Vice President of Burundi Dr Yves Sahinguvugu greeting Amb Mamabolo upon his arrival at the consultative meeting of the Burundi peace process in Bujumbura.
Picture: Unati Ngamntwini
South African Defence Minister Charles Nqakula delivers a speech as 1st Vice President of Burundi, Dr Yves Sahinguvugu and Ugandan Ambassador to the UN, Adonia Ayebare look on.
Picture: Unati Ngamntwini
Burundi former presidents HE Ndiyazeye dormitien, HE Buyoya Piene, RSA Defence Minister Charles Nqakula, Burundi 1st-Vice pres Dr Yves Sahinguvu, Amb Mamabolo [Special Envoy to the Great lakes region] at the conclusion of the consultative meeting in Bujumbura
Picture: Unati Ngamntwini
 
16 January 2009: Media Programme for incoming Visit by Chinese Foreign Minister.
President Kgalema Motlanthe with People’s Republic of China Mr Yang Jiechi.
Picture: Ntswe Mokone
 
14 January 2009: Notes following Briefing to Media by Director-General Dr Ayanda Ntsaluba Media Centre, Union Buildings, Pretoria.
Dr Ayanda Ntsaluba, Director General of the Department of Foreign Affairs briefing media.
Picture: Jacoline Prinsloo
 
12 January 2009: Deputy President Baleka Mbete to hold Bilateral Discussions with Swedish Deputy Prime Minister Maud Olofsson
South African Deputy President Baleka Mbete met with Sweden Deputy Prime Minister Mrs Maud Olofsson at OR Tambo House (official residence of Deputy President Mbete) in Pretoria for a breakfast meeting.
Picture: Jacoline Prinsloo
 
13 January 2009: Farewell Remarks by Deputy Minister Sue van der Merwe on the occasion of the farewell lunch in honour of Ambassador Eric Bost of the United States of America.
Deputy Minister Sue van der Merwe hosted a farewell lunchen to outgoing US Ambassador Eric Bost at the Lombardy Estate.
Picture: Jacoline Prinsloo
 
12 January 2009: Review Meeting of SA-Iran JBC
Dr Behrouz Alishihri, the Deputy Minister of Economic Affairs and Finance of Iran with South African Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Fatima Hajaig walking together.
Picture: Jacoline Prinsloo
Dr Behrouz Alishihri, the Deputy Minister of Economic Affairs and Finance of Iran with South African Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Fatima Hajaig.
Picture: Jacoline Prinsloo
Dr Behrouz Alishihri, the Deputy Minister of Economic Affairs and Finance of Iran in the rain.
Picture: Jacoline Prinsloo
Ambassador Jerry Matjila, the Deputy Director-General responsible for Asia and Middle East in the Department of Foreign Affairs and Dr Behrouz Alishihri, the Deputy Minister of Economic Affairs and Finance of Iran during discussions.
Picture: Jacoline Prinsloo
 
04 – 05 December 2008: Foreign Affairs to co-host a Conference on Multilateralism and International Law with Western Sahara as a case study.
Ms Sue van der Merwe, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs presents a look at Multilateralism and the respect for International Law as strategic objectives of South Africa's Foreign Policy at the University of Pretoria.
Picture: Unati Ngamntwini
Pretoria University Vice Chancellor Prof C Pristorious at Multilateralism and the respect for International Law conference on Western Sahara at the University of Pretoria.
Picture: Unati Ngamntwini
 
28 November 2008: Deputy Minister Fatima Hajiag delivers a speech at the Launch of 16 Days of Activism of the Department of Foreign Affairs, Pretoria, South Africa
Deputy Minister Fatima Hajiag delivers a speech at the Launch of 16 Days of Activism of the Department of Foreign Affairs, Pretoria, South Africa, 28 November 2008.
Picture: Unati Ngamntwini
 
Farewell function of former Deputy Minister Aziz Pahad.
Former Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Mr Aziz Pahad farewell function held at Galagher Estate, Midrand.
Pictures: Jacoline Prinsloo
 
27 Nov 2008: President Montlante recieved HE Amb MM Al-Ali of Saudi Arabia. The Ambassador payed a courtesy call on the president at his offices in the Union Building this afternoon.
President Montlante recieved HE Amb MM Al-Ali of Saudi Arabia. The Ambassador payed a courtesy call on the president at his offices in the Union Building this afternoon. 27 Nov 2008.
Pictures: Unati Ngamntwini
President Montlante greeting Amb Al-Ali.
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25 November 2008: Minister Dlamini Zuma to Co-Chair the South Africa – Russia (ITEC) Intersessional Meeting, Durban.
South African Foreign Minister, Dr Nkosazana Dlamini Zuma and the Russian Federation Minister of Natural Resources and Ecology, Mr Yuri Trutnev during the press conference.
Picture:  Jacoline Prinsloo
Mr VV Borisov from the Russian Ministry of Natural Resources and Ecology shaking hands with Mr N Nkosi from the South African Department of Water Affairs and Forestry.  In the background is:  left to right ITEC presser1.jpg - Minister Igor Maidanov from the Russian Federation, Minister of Natural Resources and Ecology, Mr Yuri Trutnev from the Russian Federation and South African Foreign Minister, Dr Nkosazana Dlamini Zuma
Picture:  Jacoline Prinsloo
 
Deputy Minister van der Merwe met with her Lithuanian counterpart Deputy Minister Jusys.
Deputy Minister Sue van der Merwe meeting with Lithuanian Deputy Foreign Minister HE O. Jusys at her residency in Pretoria.
Pictures: Unati Ngamntwini
Deputy Minister Sue van der Merwe with Lithuanian Deputy Minester Jusys sharing a light moment before the signing as protocol officers look on.
Pictures: Unati Ngamntwini
Deputy Minister Sue van der Merwe with Lithuanian Deputy Minester Jusys signing MoU as assisted by protocol officers
Pictures: Unati Ngamntwini.
Deputy Minister Sue van der Merwe and Lithuanian counterpart HE Jusys shake hands as they exchange MoU.
Pictures: Unati Ngamntwini
 
23 November 2008: President Kgalema Montlante meets President Seretse Khama Ian Khama of Botswana at the Presidential Guesthouse, Pretoria, South Africa
President Kgalema Montlante welcomes President Seretse Khama Ian Khama of Botswana at the Presidential Guesthouse, Pretoria, South Africa, 23 November 2008.
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President Kgalema Montlante and President Seretse Khama Ian Khama of Botswana at the Presidential Guesthouse, Pretoria, South Africa, 23 November 2008.
President Kgalema Montlante and President Seretse Khama Ian Khama of Botswana discuss issues of common interest including those that are being dealt with within SADC, Presidential Guesthouse, Pretoria, South Africa, 23 November 2008.
President Seretse Khama Ian Khama is interviewed by Ms Strydom of SABC, Presidential Guesthouse, Pretoria, South Africa, 23 November 2008.
President Kgalema Montlante and President Seretse Khama Ian Khama of Botswana at the Presidential Guesthouse, Pretoria, South Africa, 23 November 2008.
President Kgalema Montlante bids President Seretse Khama Ian Khama of Botswana farewell at the Presidential Guesthouse, Pretoria, South Africa, 23 November 2008.
 
21 November 2008: South Africa – Spain Annual Consultations, Pretoria, South Africa
Deputy Foreign Minister Sue Van Der Merwe and Mr Angel Lossada, the Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Spain during the Fifth Annaul SA-Spanish Consultations, 21 November 2008, Pretoria, South Africa.
Pictures: Unati Ngamntwini
Deputy Foreign Minister Sue Van Der Merwe and Mr Angel Lossada, the Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Spain, 21 November 2008, Pretoria, South Africa.
The Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs of the Kingdon of Spain during the Fifth Annaul SA-Spanish Consultations, 21 November 2008, Pretoria, South Africa.
Deputy Foreign Minister Sue Van Der Merwe and Mr Angel Lossada, the Secretary of State for Foreign Affairs of the Kingdom of Spain, 21 November 2008, Pretoria, South Africa.
Picture: Unati Ngamntwini
 
20 November 2008: Notes following Briefing to Media on UN Security Council issues by Mr Xolisa Mabhongo, Chief Director: United Nations, Union Buildings, Pretoria, Thursday 20 November 2008
Mr Xolisa Mabhongo, Deputy Head of UN-Multilateral briefs the media on South Africa's interaction with issues in the United Nations including the current issue in the DRC and the hi-jackings in the Gulf of Aden, off the coast of Somalia.
 
15 November 2008: Minister Nkosazana Dlamini Zuma’s Tribute at the Memorial Service of the late Ambassador Miriam Makeba, Johannesburg, 15 November 2008
Minister of Foreign Affairs Dr. Nkosazana Dlamini Zuma walks onto the stage to deliver her speech during the memorial service of Miriam Makeba, 15 November 2008.
Minister of Arts and Culture Pallo Jordan and Minister of Foreign Affairs Dr. Nkosazana Dlamini Zuma during the memorial service for Miriam Makeba, 15 November 2008.
Family members of Miriam Makeba attend the memorial service.  Left to right:  Miriam Makeba's great grandchild Lindelane (13), his mother and grand daughter of Makeba Zenzi and her husband, 15 November 2008.
Artist Hugh Masekela walks onto the stage to perform one of Miriam Makeba's famous songs. , 15 November 2008.
Pictures: Jacoline Prinsloo
 
12 November 2008: Deputy Minister Sue van der Merwe meets H E Morteza Sarmadi, Executive Director of the Indian Ocean Rim Assossiation for Regional Co-operation, Pretoria, South Africa
Deputy Minister Sue van der Merwe meets H E Morteza Sarmadi, Executive Director of the Indian Ocean Rim Assossiation for Regional Co-operation, Union Buildings. Pretoria, South Africa, 12 November 2008.
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12 November 2008: Miriam Makeba’s mortal remains arrives at the O R Thabo International Airport, Johannesburg, South Africa
Miriam Makeba's great grandchild Lindelane (13) says goodbye.
Minister of Arts and Culture Pallo Jordan (far left) and Miriam Makeba's family members carry the coffin to the funeral car.
Miriam Makeba's great grandchild Lindelane (13), grand daughter Zenzi, personal assistant Lumumba and an Italian official, watch on as the coffin is placed in the funeral car.
Pictures: Jacoline Prinsloo
 
8 November 2008: SADC Ministerial Organ Troika Meeting, Saturday.
President Kgalema Montlante chating to Mozambique President Amando Emilio Guebuza during SADC Extraordinary summit.
Picture: Unati Ngamntwini

President Kgalema Montlante delivering an opening during SADC Extraordinary summit.
Picture: Unati Ngamntwini
SADC family picture.
Zimbabwe Deputy Prime Minister designate, Prof. Arthur Muthambara giving a press briefing at the conclusion of the SADC Extrodinatry Summit in Sandton, Johannesburg.
Picture: Unati Ngamntwini
Zimbabwe's Prime Minister designate, Mr Morgan Tsvangarai giving a press briefing post the SADC Extraordinary Summit in Sandton,Jhb.
Picture: Unati Ngamntwini
Dr Augasto Salamao [Executive Chair of SADC] briefing the media on the Extraordinary Summit of SADC to take place on the 08-09 November 208 at the Sandton Convention Centre in JHB.
Picture: Unati Ngamntwini
President of Zimbabwe Robert Mugabe arriving at OR Tambo International Airport for the upcomming SADC Extra-Ordinary Summit of Heads of State and Government.
Picture:  Jacoline Prinsloo
Namibian President Hifikepunye POHAMBA arrives at OR Tambo ahead of te SADC Extra-Ordinary Summit of Heads of State and Government.
Picture: Jacoline Prinsloo
Defence Minister Nqakula and Foreign affairs deputy Minister Sue van der Merwe chating at the SADC Extraordinary Summit.
Picture: Unati Ngamntwini
 
6 Nov: Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ms Sue van der Merwe receives the Saharawi Arab Democratic Republic Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mr Mohamed Ould Salek as Special Envoy of Saharawi President Mohamed Abdelaziz
Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ms Sue van der Merwe and the Saharawi Arab Democratic Republic Minister of Foreign Affairs, Mr Mohamed Ould Salek.
Pictures: Unati Ngamntwini
 
6 Nov: Briefing to the Media on Current International Issues by Foreign Affairs Director General Dr Ayanda Ntsaluba, Thursday 6 November 2008, Union Buildings, Pretoria
Foreign Affairs Director-General Dr Ayanda Ntsaluba briefs the Media on current
International Developments, Pretoria, South Africa.
Picture: Unati Ngamntwini
 
6 Nov: South Africa - Nigeria Special Implementation Committee Meeting, Pretoria, South Africa
Acting Chief Director Mr Johnny Pitswane and Ambassador Chike Anigbo of Nigeria, Pretoria, South Africa.
Picture: Unati Ngamntwini
 
05 Nov 2008: Deputy Minister Fatima Hajiag taking oath of Justice Langa at the Union Buildings, Pretoria

Deputy Minister Fatima Hajiag taking oath of Justice Langa.
Picture: GCIS/Kenridge
 
30 Oct: Notes following Briefing to Media by Director-General Dr Ayanda Ntsaluba, Media Centre, Union Buildings, Pretoria, Thursday 30 October 2008
Foreign Affairs Director-General Dr Ayanda Ntsaluba and Deputy Director-General Mxolisi Nkosi address the media, 30 October 2008.
Picture: Jacoline Prinsloo
 
28 Oct 2008: Minister Dlamini Zuma to host a Government Imbizo, Bulwer, Midlands, Kwazulu-Natal.
Minister of Foreign Affairs, Dr. Nkosazana Dlamini Zuma speaking during the Imbizo.
Picture:  Jacoline Prinsloo

Chinese Ambassador to South Africa, Ambassador Zhong Jianhua handed-over to the Bulwer community a cheque of R120 000, recieving it is Sifiso Zuma and with them is Minister of Foreign Affairs, Dr. Nkosazana Dlamini Zuma
Picture:  Jacoline Prinsloo
 
28 October 2008: National Orders Ceremony
President Montlante former President Mbeki with Sibongile Khumalo
Pictures: Unati Ngamntwini
President Montlante former President Mbeki with Makhaya Ntini Shaun Pollock Percy Montgomery and Brian Habana.
Pictures: Unati Ngamntwini
Shaun Pollock bowes as President Montlante bestows an Order on him.
Pictures: Unati Ngamntwini
President Montlante bestows an Order on Makhaya Ntini.
Pictures: Unati Ngamntwini
President Montlante Shaking hands with Lewis Nkosi who was awarded the order of Ikhamanga in silver.
Pictures: Unati Ngamntwini
President Montlante greets Percy Montgomery.
Pictures: Unati Ngamntwini
 
27 October 2008: Opening Remarks by Deputy Minister Sue Van der Merwe at the Roundtable Discussion With Members of the AU/UN Panel, Pretoria.
Former Italian Prime Minister Romano Prodi (front) and Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ms Sue van der Merwe (background) delivering opening remarks for the African Union – United Nations Panel of distinguished persons to hear views of SADC governments and civil society on the relationship between the United Nations and regional organisations, in particular, the African Union in conflict resolution.
Picture:  Jacoline Prinsloo
Former Italian Prime Minister Romano Prodi walking with Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ms Sue van der Merwe.
Picture:  Jacoline Prinsloo
 
 
Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs South Africa, Ms Sue van der Merwe (middle), Mr Yoshitaka Akimoto - Special Envoy to the Prime Minister of Japan (left) and Japanense Ambassador to South Africa Mr Toshinori Shigeie (right).
Picture:  Jacoline Prinsloo
Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs South Africa, Ms Sue van der Merwe greeting Mr Yoshitaka Akimoto - Special Envoy to the Prime Minister of Japan.  In the middle is Japanense Ambassador to South Africa Mr Toshinori Shigeie.
Picture:  Jacoline Prinsloo
 
24 October 2008: Deputy Minister van der Merwe holds Talks with Swedish Minister of Foreign Trade
South African Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ms Sue van der Merwe with Sweden Minister of Foreign Affairs Ms Ewa Bjorling. Union Buildings, South Africa
Picture:  Jacoline Prinsloo
 
24 October 2008: Address by Deputy Minister Sue van der Merwe on the occasion of the Commemoration of UN Day, Lombardy Estate, Pretoria
Left to right: Acting Regional Director for Africa Mr Moustapha Soumare, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs SA Ms Sue van der Merwe, and Acting UN Resident Coordinator Mr George K Nsiah.
Picture:  Jacoline Prinsloo
 
22 October 2008: Statement by the Honourable Kgalema Motlanthe, President of South Africa and Chairperson of The Southern African Development Community (SADC) At the COMESA-EAC-SADC Tripartite Summit, Kampala, Uganda.
President of South Africa Kagalema Motlanthe with Rwandan President Paul Kagame.
Pictures: Unati Ngamntwini
Left to right: Southern African Development Community (SADC) Executive Secretary Mr Tomaz Augusto Salomao, South African President Kgalema Motlanthe, Rwandan President Paul Kagame, President Yoweri Museveni of Uganda, Kenyan President Mwai Kibaki ,The President of the United Republic of Tanzania, currently Chair of the African Union.
Pictures: Unati Ngamntwini
 
 
Minister of Defence Mr Charles Nqkula in Bujumbura, Burundi. He met with President Pierre Nkurunziza of Burundi and the chair of the Palipehutu-Forces for National Liberation (FNL) Mr Agathon Rwasa.
Pictures: Unati Ngamntwini
 
15 October 2008: Address by the President of South Africa, Kgalema Motlanthe, at the 3rd IBSA Summit Dialogue Forum, New Delhi, India on Connectivity through Transport.Wednesday.
President Kgalema Motlanthe leaving South Africa to attend the IBSA Conference in India.
Picture:  Jacoline Prinsloo
South African President Kgalema Motlanthe with his Indian and Brazilian counterparts Prime Minister Manmohan Singh and President Luis Inacio Lula Da Silva during a IBSA press conference.
Picture: Supplied by Indian Gov Photographer
 
14 October 2008: Notes following Briefing to Media by Director-General Dr Ayanda Ntsaluba, Media Centre, Union Buildings, Pretoria.
Dr Ayanda Ntsaluba DG of Foreign Affairs briefs the media on on the IBSA Summit and the Zimbabwe power-sharing negotiations.
Picture: Unati Ngamntwini [mr]
 
23 october 2008: Press Statement by the Political Directorate for the Burundi Peace Process
Minister Nqakula briefs the media on issues in relation to the Burundi peace process.
Picture: Unati Ngamntwini [mr]
 
10 October 2008: Remarks by President Motlanthe to designates Heads of Mission at Credentials Ceremony, Presidential Guesthouse, Pretoria.
President Kgalema Mothlanthe of South Africa receive the letter of Credence from Ambassador Elio Menzione of Italy  at the Presidential Guesthouse.
Picture:  Jacoline Prinsloo
President Kgalema Mothlanthe of South Africa receive the letter of Credence from Ambassador Gudmundur Eiriksson of Iceland at the Presidential Guesthouse.
Picture:  Jacoline Prinsloo
South African President Kgalema Motlanthe shaking hands with the new Sweden Ambassador to South Africa, Mr Peter Tejler during the Credential ceremony held in the Presidential Guesthouse, Pretoria, South Africa.  In the background is Ref Frank Chikane (Director General in the Presidents office) and in the far back is Dr Ayanda Ntsaluba ( Director General to the Department of Foreign Affairs SA).
Picture:  Jacoline Prinsloo
South African President Kgalema Motlanthe receiving the letter of Credence  from the to the new Sweden Ambassador to South Africa, Mr Peter Tejler during the Credential ceremony held in the Presidential Guesthouse, Pretoria, South Africa.
Picture:  Jacoline Prinsloo
South African President Kgalema Motlanthe with Nigerian High Commissioner, Brig Gen Mohammed Buba Marwa during the Credential ceremony held in the Presidential Guesthouse, Pretoria, South Africa.
Picture:  Jacoline Prinsloo
South African President Kgalema Motlanthe speaking to the new Arab Republic of Egypt Ambassador, Mr Mohamed Badr Eldin Mostafa Zayed during the Credential ceremony held in the Presidential Guesthouse, Pretoria, South Africa.
Picture:  Jacoline Prinsloo
South African President Kgalema Motlanthe listening to the new Austrian Ambassador to South Africa, Dr Otto Ditz during the Credential ceremony held in the Presidential Guesthouse, Pretoria, South Africa
Picture:  Jacoline Prinsloo
The Southern African Development Community (SADC) Executive Secretary, Dr. Tomáz Augusto Salomão pay
a courtesy call on President Kgalema Motlanthe at The Union Buildings in Tshwane.
Picture: Jacoline Prinsloo
President Kgalema Mothlanthe of South Africa receive the letter of Credence from Ambassador Angel Villa Hernandez at the Presidential Guesthouse.
Picture:  Jacoline Prinsloo
 
29 September 2008: Minister Dlamini Zuma addressing the United Nations General Assembly, New York.
Minister Dlamini Zuma at the UN Security Council.
Picture: Supplied by UN
 
18 September 2008: Transcript Copy: Deputy Minister Aziz Pahad Briefing on International Developments Union Buildings
Deputy Minister Pahad brief Media on International Developments.
Picture: Unati Ngamntwini
 
18 Sept 2008: Memorial Service for the late South Africa’s Deputy Ambassador to Washington, Derrick Moyo.
Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, Sue van der Merwe greeting Ernest Moyo, the brother of the late Derrick Moyo.
Picture:  Jacoline Prinsloo
 
08 August 2008: President Mbeki to receive Letters of Credence
President Mbeki receives Letter of Credence from HE Mr Ladislav Straka (Ambassador-designate) to Slovak Republic.
Picture: Unati Ngamntwini
President Mbeki receives Letter of Credence from HE Ms Lineo Lydia Khechane-Ntoane (High Commissioner-designate) to Lesetho.
Picture: Unati Ngamntwini
President Mbeki receives Letter of Credence from HE Ms Regine Rwamibango (Ambassador-designate) to Burundi's.
Picture: Unati Ngamntwini
President Mbeki receives Letter of Credence from HE Mr Valiry Hrebenuik (Ambassador-designate) to Ukraine.
Picture: Unati Ngamntwini
 
16 September 2008: Address by Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, Ms Sue van der Merwe, on the occasion of the launch of the Centre for Indian Studies in Africa at the University of the Witwatersrand.
Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Sue van der Merwe, Minister of State for External Affairs for the Government of India Mr Anand Sharma and Prof L Nongxa (Vice Chancellor, University of the Witwatersrand) unveiling the plaque during the Launch of Centre for Indian Studies in Africa.
Picture:  Jacoline Prinsloo
 
8 – 9 September 2008: Minister Dlamini Zuma to lead South African delegation to the South Africa - Tunisia Joint Bilateral Commission (JBC) in Tunis, Tunisia.
The two Foreign Ministers sign bilateral agreements after the
SA-Tunisia Joint Bilateral Commission in Tunisia.
Pictures:Sanjay Singh
Minister Zuma meets with the President of Tunisia , Ben Ali,
during which she conveyed a message from President Thabo Mbeki.
Minister Nkosazana Zuma held bilateral discussions with
her counterpart Foreign Minister of Tunisia , Abdelwahab Abdallah
Pictures:Sanjay Singh
Dr. Nkosazana Dlamini Zuma addressing members of the SA-
Tunisia Bilateral Commission in Tunisia.
Pictures:Sanjay Singh
Minister Nkosazana Zuma leading the South African
Delagation at the start of the Joint Bilateral Commission in Tunisia.
Pictures:Sanjay Singh
 
12 September 2008: Deputy Minister Aziz Pahad briefs the Media on the situation in Zimbabwe
Deputy Minister Aziz Pahad interacts with Peter Fabricious from the Independent News post the Media Briefing on Zimbabwe, Union Buildings, Pretoria, 12 September 2008.
Deputy Minister Aziz Pahad briefs the Media on the situation in Zimbabwe, Union Buildings, Pretoria, 12 September 2008. Pictures: Unati Ngamntwini
 
12 September: 2008: Briefing by the Director-General of Foreign Affairs, Dr Ayanda Ntsaluba on the RSA Candidate for the IAEA
Director-General for Foreign Affairs, Dr Ayanda Ntsaluba briefs the Media on the IAEA, Union Buildings, Pretoria, 12 September 2008.
Ambassador Abdul Minty briefs the Media on the IAEA and his candidature for the post of Director-General for the AIEA, Union Buildings, Pretoria, 12 September 2008.
Director-General for Foreign Affairs, Dr Ayanda Ntsaluba briefs the Media on the IAEA, Union Buildings, Pretoria, 12 September 2008.
Pictures: Unati Ngamntwini
 
03 Sep 2008: Minister Dlamini Zuma to hold Discussions with Italian Foreign Minister
Minister Of Foreign Affairs of South Africa met with her counterpart
Picture: Sanjay Singh
Members of a Panel at the Debate on the World Outlook - A Mediterranean Perspective at the Ambrosetti Forum in Italy.
Picture: Sanjay Singh
Dr. Nkosazana Zuma together with President Mahmoud Abbas of Palestine at the Ambrosetti Forum at Lake Como in Milan , Italy.
Picture: Sanjay Singh
Minister Nkosazana Zuma at the Ambrosetti Forum at Lake Como , MIlan , Italy.
Picture: Sanjay Singh
Dr. Nkosazana Zuma attending the Ambrosetti Forum in Milan , Italy.
Picture: Sanjay Singh
Minister Nkosazana Zuma held bilateral discussions with the Mayor of Milan in Milan , Italy before attending the annual Ambrosetti Forum .
 
2-3 September 2008: State Visit to South Africa by President Hugo Chavez of Venezuela
Minister of Foreign Affairs Dr Nkosazana Dlamini Zuma meets Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez at the OR Tambo International Airport, 2 September 2008.
Picture: Jacoline Prinsloo
South African President Thabo Mbeki with Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez at the Union Buildings, Pretoria, South Africa, 2 September 2008.

Pictures: Jacoline Prinsloo and Unati Ngamntwini
Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez at the Union Buildings, Pretoria, South Africa, 2 September 2008.

Pictures: Jacoline Prinsloo and Unati Ngamntwini
South African President Thabo Mbeki with Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez, 2 September 2008.
Picture: Jacoline Prinsloo
South African President Thabo Mbeki at the Press Briefing, 2 September 2008.
Picture: Unati Ngamntwini
Venezuelan President Hugo Chavez at the Press Briefing, 2 September 2008.
Picture: Unati Ngamntwini
Minister Ramirez and Petrosa CEO, Mr Mkize exchange agreements on oil, 2 September 2008.
Picture: Unati Ngamntwini
Minister for Minirals and Energy Ramirez and Minister for Minerals and Energy Sonjica sign agreements, 2 September 2008.
Picture: Unati Ngamntwini
Minister Dlamin Zuma and Minister Maduro sign agreements, 2 September 2008.
Picture: Unati Ngamntwini
 

1–8 September 2008: Department of Foreign Affairs - Literacy Week & International Literacy Day Celebrations
Literacy Week & International Literacy Day Celebrations. Reading at the Library in the Eikendal Building.

Pictures: Jacoline Prinsloo
 
1 September 2008: Deputy Minister Sue van der Merwe meets with Australia's Federal Parliamentary Secretary for International Development Assistance Bob McMullan
Deputy Minister Sue van der Merwe meets with Australia's Federal Parliamentary Secretary (equivalent to a Deputy Minister) for International Development Assistance Bob McMullan, Union Buildings, Pretoria, 1 September 2008.

Pictures: Jacoline Prinsloo
 
28 August 2008: Farewell Gala Dinner held by Deputy President Mlambo-Ngcuka for the Paralympic Team, Burchwood Hotel, Boksburg, Johannesburg
Farewell Gala Dinner for the Paralympic Team, Burchwood Hotel, Boksburg, Johannesburg, 28 August 2008.
Minister of Sport and Recreation Stofile with Oscar Pistorius, Burchwood Hotel, Boksburg, Johannesburg, 28 August 2008.

Pictures: Unati Ngamntwini
 
07 August 2008: President Mbeki to receive Letters of Credence
South African President Thabo Mbeki receives Letters of Credence from Heads of Mission accredited to South Africa, Dominican Republic, HE Mr RF Barrientos-Lara.
Picture: Jacoline Prinsloo
South African President Thabo Mbeki with Head of Mission of Republic of Lebanon HE Mr M Katra accredited to South Africa.
Picture: Jacoline Prinsloo
South African President Thabo Mbeki with Head of Mission of Saharawi Arab Democratic Republic HE Mr Abd Mohamed Mohamed Yahia accredited to South Africa.
Picture: Jacoline Prinsloo
South African President Thabo Mbeki with Head of Mission of Republic of Korea HE Mr Han-soo KIM accredited to South Africa.
Picture: Jacoline Prinsloo
 
16-17 August 2008: Ordinary SADC Heads of State and Government Summit, Sandton Convention Centre, Gauteng, South Africa
Minister Dlamini Zuma accepts chair ship as Dr Samaloa listens
Picture: Unati Ngamntwini
Out going chair of SADC council of Ministers from Zambia Mundia Sikatana inviting RSA to assume chairship.
Picture: Unati Ngamntwini
Minister Mphahlwa takes his seat as Minister Dlamini Zuma and Minister Trevor Manuel.
Picture: Unati Ngamntwini
Dr Salomao congradulat Dr Dlamini Zuma as Dr Ntsaluba takes his seat.
Picture: Unati Ngamntwini
Press briefing by SADC Executive Secretary, Dr Salomao, and Minister of Foreign Affairs, Dr Dlamini-Zuma. They Briefed the media on Agenda items to be dealt with during the SADC Heads of State Summit to be held at the Sandton Convention Centre in JHB, RSA.
Picture: Unati Ngamntwini
Hon Peter Ngandu Magande, Zambian Minister of Finance, Chair of the SADC Task Force on Regional Economic Intergration, handing over the Chairmanship to RSA's Minister of Trade and Industry, Mr Mandisi Mphahlwa at the SADC Summit in Sandton
Picture: Unati Ngamntwini
Dr Salomao and Dr Khoza greeting Minister Radebe, during Officials meeting leading up to the SADC Summit to be held in Sandton Convention Centre in the middle of this month.
Picture: Unati Ngamntwini
Dr Tomas Augusto Salomao breifing officials during Officials meeting leading up to the SADC Summit to be held in Sandton Convention Centre in the middle of this month.
Picture: Unati Ngamntwini
Minister Jeff Radebe breifing officials during Officials meeting leading up to the SADC Summit to be held in Sandton Convention Centre in the middle of this month.
Picture: Unati Ngamntwini
Trade and Industry Minister Mandisi Mpahlwa and Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Aziz Pahad will conduct a media briefing on the forthcoming SADC Ministerial and Heads of State and Government Summit.
Picture: Jacoline Prinsloo
Minister Essop Pahad leading President Robert Mugabe as he arrives in RSA, OR Tambo airport
Picture: Unati Ngamntwini
Minister Essop Pahad greets President Robert Mugabe as he arrives in RSA, OR Tambo airport
Picture: Unati Ngamntwini
 
3 – 5 August 2008: Deputy President Mlambo-Ngcuka to attend the UN International AIDS Confrerence
Deputy President of South Africa Phumzile Mlambo-Ngcuka met with Mexico President Felipe Calderon.
Picture:  Jacoline Prinsloo
 
1 August 2008: Deputy President Phumzile Mlambo-Ngcuka meets with Cuban Ambassador H E Ester Armenteros
Deputy President of South Africa Phumzile Mlambo-Ngcuka meets with Cuban Ambassador H E Ester Armenteros, 1 August 2008. Picture:  Jacoline Prinsloo
 
17 July 2008: Transcript Copy: Joint Press Conference by Deputy Ministers Aziz Pahad and Mohammad Reza Baqeri, Lombardy Hotel, Pretoria
South African Deputy Foreign Minister Aziz Pahad with his Iranian counterpart Deputy Foreign Minister for African Affairs Mohammad Reza Baqeri for political, economic and trade discussions at the Lombardy Hotel in Pretoria.
Picture: Unati Ngamntwini
Deputy Foreign Minister for African Affairs Mohammad Reza Baqeri for political, economic and trade discussions briefing media.
Picture: Unati Ngamntwini
South African Deputy Foreign Minister Aziz Pahad with his Iranian counterpart Deputy Foreign Minister for African Affairs Mohammad Reza Baqeri for political, economic and trade discussions shaking hands.
Picture: Unati Ngamntwini
 
18 July 2008: SADC Ministers to meet today in Durban.
Minister of Foreign Affairs of South Africa, Dr Nkosazana Dlamini Zuma with Namibian Foreing Minister Marco Hausiku for a bilateral discussion.  Attending a SADC Ministerial conference held in Durban, South Africa. 18 July 2008
Picture:  Jacoline Prinsloo
Southern African Development Community (SADC) Executive Secretary Mr Tomaz Augusto Salomao briefing media after the SADC Ministerial meeting that took place in Durban.
Picture: Jacoline Prinsloo
 
11 July 2008: The SADC Ministers of the Organ on Politics, Defence and Security, hosted by Minister of Foreign Affairs, Durban, South Africa
Minister of Foreign Affairs and Chairperson of SADC João Miranda greeting Zimbabwe Foreign Minister Simbarashe Mumbengegwi.
Pictures:  Jacoline Prinsloo
Minister of Foreign Affairs and Chairperson of SADC João Miranda delivering his opening remarks.
Pictures:  Jacoline Prinsloo
Minister of Foreign Affairs. Dr. Nkosazana Dlamini Zuma welcoming delegates at the SADC Ministerial meeting in Durban.
Pictures:  Jacoline Prinsloo
 
11 July 2008: Remarks by Foreign Affairs Minister Dr Nkosazana Dlamini Zuma at the Brick-Laying Ceremony of the new Foreign Affairs Headquarters, Pretoria.
Minister of Foriegn Affairs South Africa, Dr Nkosazana Dlamini Zuma with Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Aziz Pahad in front of the new Foreign Affairs Headquarters unveiling a plaque.
Picture:  Jacoline Prinsloo
Minister of Foriegn Affairs South Africa, Dr Nkosazana Dlamini Zuma with Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs Aziz Pahad in front of the new Foreign Affairs Headquarters.
Picture:  Jacoline Prinsloo
Minister of Foreign Affairs Dr Nkosazana Dlamini Zuma walking about on the new Foreing Affairs Headquarters building site.  Leading the Minister is Lead Architech Toni Flavio.
Picture:  Jacoline Prinsloo
Minister of Foreign Affairs Dr Nkosazana Dlamini Zuma laying a brick at the new Foreign Affairs Headquarters.
Picture:  Unati Ngamntwini
 
07 - 08 July 2008: 8th Session of the South - United Kingdom Bilateral Forum, Pretoria, South Africa
Minister of Foreign Affairs Dr Nkosazana Dlamini Zuma hosts United Kingdom Foreign Secretary David Miliband at the Presidential Guesthouse, Pretoria for Bilateral Discussions, 8 July 2008.
Pictures:  Jacoline Prinsloo
Minister of Foreign Affairs Dr Nkosazana Dlamini Zuma hosting United Kingdom Foreign Secretary David Miliband at the Presidential Guest House, Pretoria.
Picture: Jacoline Prinsloo
 
07 July 2008: British Foreign Secretary David Milliband arrived in South Africa for the SA-UK Bilateral Forum
British Foreign Minister Miliband and Dep Min Van der Merve share a light moment
Picture: Unati Ngamntwini
Foreign Secretary Miliband and Amb Mabuza arrive at thew OR Tambo airport.
Picture: Unati Ngamntwini
Foreign Secretary Miliband, Amb Mabuza and Amb Boateng share a light moment.
Picture: Unati Ngamntwini
Amb Mabuza, Amb Boateng and 2010 CEO Jordaan chat as the meet at OR Tambo airport.
Picture: Unati Ngamntwini
 
4 July 2008: Deputy Foreign Minister Pahad to brief Media on International Developments
Deputy Minisiter Aziz Pahad briefs the Media on Current International Issues, Pretoria, South Africa, 4 July 2008. Picture: Unati Ngamntwini
 
3 July 2008: Deputy Foreign Affairs hosts a 7 Member US Congressional Delegation (CODEL), Pretoria, South Africa
South African Deputy Foreign Affairs Minister Aziz Pahad and the United States Congressman Howard Berman, Chairman of the US House Committee on Foreign Affairs, 3 July 2008. Pictures: Jacoline Prinsloo
 
2nd Special Envoys Burundi Meeting, Magaliesberg, 10 June 2008

Special Envoy Ambassador Kingsley Mamabolo with the Chairperson of the Paliphehutu-FNL Agathon Rwasa. Mr Youssef Mahmoud, Executive Representative of the Secretary-General of the United Nations (BINUB) is seated far right, Magaliesberg, 10 June 2008. Picture:  Jacoline Prinsloo

The Paliphehutu-FNL Agathon Delegation prays together, Magaliesberg, 10 June 2008. Picture:  Jacoline Prinsloo

Special Envoy Ambassador Kingsley Mamabolo with the Chairperson of the Paliphehutu-FNL Agathon Rwasa, Magaliesberg, 10 June 2008. Picture:  Jacoline Prinsloo

 
2nd Special Envoys Burundi Meeting, 9 - 10 June 2008
8 Jun: Notes following Briefing to media by Government of Burundi Representative General Everiste Ndayishimiye and Chairperson of the Paliphehutu-FNL Agathon Rwasa, Lanseria Airport, Johannesburg.
Minister of Safety and Security, Charles Nqakula with a delegation of the government of Burundi and the Paliphehutu-FNL who are in South Africa to participate in 2nd Special Envoys Burundi meeting scheduled from Monday ­ Tuesday 9-10 June 2008.
Picture: Jacoline Prinsloo
 
5 Jun: Notes following Briefing to Media by Deputy Foreign Minister Aziz Pahad, Imbizo Media Centre, 120 Plein Street, Cape Town.
Deputy Minister Pahad briefing the media in Cape Town
Picture: Unati Ngamntwini
 
World Economic Forum in Durban ICC, South Africa.
President Mbeki, Mr Schab, President Kufuor, President Odinga, President Mutharinka and President Nkurunziza at the opening plenary of the World Economic Forum. Cape Town ICC. 04 June 2008.
Picture: Unati Ngamntwini
President Thabo Mbeki welcoming deligates to the WEF on Africa in the Cape Town ICC.
Picture: Unati Ngamntwini
   
 
3 Jun: Notes following Joint Press Conference between President Thabo Mbeki and President Umaru Yar’Adua, Tuynhuys, Cape Town.
President Thabo Mbeki briefs the media during Nigerian President Umari Yar'adua visit in Cape Town.
Picture: Unati Ngamntwini
Nigerian President Umari Yar'adua addresses the press briefing in Cape Town.
Picture: Unati Ngamntwini
President Thabo Mbeki and Nigerian President Umari Yar'adua addresses media, in Cape Town.
Picture: Unati Ngamntwini
President Thabo Mbeki and Nigerian President Umari Yar'adua addresses media, in Cape Town.
Picture: Unati Ngamntwini
Nigerian President Umari Yar'adua introduced to Minister R Kasrils of Intelligence by President Thabo Mbeki
Picture: Unati Ngamntwini
Deputy Minister Aziz Pahad of Foreign Affairs, Briefing the members of the media on the upcoming Nigerian State Visit to be in Cape Town from the 02/06/08 to 04/06/08.
Picture: Unati Ngamntwini
 
Tanzanian Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Mr Seif Ali Iddi says goodbye to Palipehutu FNL Leader Mr Agathon Rwasa as he was to board a South African flight that would take him back home to Burundi.  To the right is Minister of Safety and Security of South Africa Mr Charles Nqakula who accompanied Mr Rwasa back to Burundi.
Picture: Jacoline Prinsloo
Palipehutu FNL Leader Mr Agathon Rwasa boarding the South African aircraft that would transport him back home to Burundi.
Picture: Jacoline Prinsloo
Minister of Safety and Security of South Africa Mr Charles Ngacula with Palipehutu FNL Leader Mr Agathon Rwasa onboard the South African flight that took Mr Rwasa back home to Burundi.
Picture:  Jacoline Prinsloo
Palipehutu FNL Leader Mr Agathon Rwasa during a press conference held at Dar es Salaam just before he was to depart back to his country Burundi.
Picture:  Jacoline Prinsloo
Tanzanian Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Mr Seif Ali Iddi, Palipehutu FNL Leader Mr Agathon Rwasa and Minister of Safety and Security of South Africa Mr Charles Nqakula during a press conference in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania.  Mr Rwasa was on his way back home being accompanied by South African Minister Nqakula.
Picture:  Jacoline Prinsloo
Palipehutu FNL Leader Mr Agathon Rwasa returning home to Burundi. Protected by South African AU forces that is based in Burundi.
Picture:  Jacoline Prinsloo
Palipehutu FNL Leader Mr Agathon Rwasa returning home to Burundi. Growds of Burundians welcome him back.
Picture:  Jacoline Prinsloo
 
30 May: Notes following Handover of Cheque to International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Societies and Chinese Ambassador, First Floor East Wing, Union Buildings, Pretoria.
Deputy Minister: Foreign Affairs, RSA Mr Aziz Pahad [Left] handing over a cheque of R1.5mil to the Chinese Ambasador HE Mr Zhong Jianhua [middle] and the represetative of the International Red Cross Ms Seija Tyrninoksa [Right] this morning at the Union Buildings.
Picture:  Unati Ngamntwini
 
29 May take a girl child to work
Picture: Jacoline Prinsloo
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28-30 May: 4th Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD) in Yokohama, Japan
President Thabo Mbeki met with the Prime Minister of Japan, Mr.Yasuo Fukuda, during the Ticad summit in Yokohama, Japan , today, 28 May 2008.
Picture: Sanjay Singh
Heads of State pose for a group photograph ahead of the opening ceremony of Ticad in Yokohama , Japan.
Picture: Sanjay Singh
 
2 9 May: Notes following Briefing to Media by Deputy Director-General Ambassador George Nene Media Centre, Union Buildings, Pretoria.
DDG Amb. G. Nene speaking to members of the media, JJ [left] and Lehana [center] after a press briefing on the UN-Security council.
Picture: Unati Ngamntwini
 
27 May: Notes following Briefing to Media by Deputy Director-General Ambassador Gert Grobler Media Centre, Union Buildings, Pretoria.
Media Briefing by Amb Grobler to the media on the upcoming SA-EU Troika and the visit byMin. Dlamini-Zuma to Poland.
Picture: Unati Ngamntwini
 
28-30 May: 4th Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD) in Yokohama, Japan
Dr. F. Ginwala had been awarded the Emperor of Japan's prestigious award " Grand Cordonof the order of the Rising Sun(Rank One ) in Yokohama , Japan on 27 Mat 2008 by teh Foreign Minister of Japan, Mr. Koumura.
Picture: Sanjay Singh
 
18 May: Deputy Minister Pahad to hold Discussions with Syrian Foreign Minister.
President of South Africa, Thabo Mbeki recieving a courtesy call from Syrian Foreign Minister and Special Envoy of President Assad, Walid Al Moalem at Mahlamba Ndlophu, President's house in Pretoria.
Picture: Jacoline Prinsloo
Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs South Africa, Mr Aziz Pahad shaking hands with Syrian Foreign Minister and Special Envoy of President Assad, Walid Al Moalem at the Union Buildings in Pretoria.
Picture:  Jacoline Prinsloo
 
14 May: Notes following IRPS Cluster Media Briefing, Imbizo Media Centre, 120 Plein Street, Cape Town.
Deputy Minister Pahad Briefing Media at IRPS Cluster.
Picture: Jacoline Prinsloo
 
13 May: Budget Vote Speech of the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Dr Nkosazana Dlamini Zuma, to the National Assembly.
Minister of Foreign Affairs Dr Nkosazana Dlamini Zuma and Deputy Minister Aziz Pahad delivering the Departments Budget Vote Speech at Parliament.
Picture: Jacoline Prinsloo
 
11 May: 5th IBSA Ministerial Trilateral Commission Meeting, Lord Charles Hotel, Somerset West, Western Cape, South Africa
The South African Foreign Minister, Dr Nkosazana Dlamini Zuma and the Brazilian Minister of External Relations Celso Amorim shake hands after the signing a Customs Agreement between the two countries, 11 May 2008. Picture: Jacoline Prinsloo
 
8 May: Minister Dlamini Zuma opens new State Protocol Lounge at the OR Tambo International Airport
Minister of Foreign Affairs of South Africa, Dr Nkosazana Dlamini Zuma unveils a plaque at the new State Protocol Lounge at OR Tambo International Airport, 8 May 2008.
Picture:  Jacoline Prinsloo
 
16 Apr: UN Security Council Summit, New York, USA
President Mbeki addressing the media after the debate at the Security Council in New York.
Picture:Sanjay Singh
Dr Nkosazana Dlamini Zuma , Minister of Freign Affairs , President Mbeki and Ambassador Dumasani Kumalo at the office of the President of the Security Council.
Picture:Sanjay Singh
General Secretary of the UN - Mr. Banki Moon addressing the heads of State and guests at the Security Council in New York.
Picture:Sanjay Singh
President Thabo Mbeki Addressing the Security Council at the UN in New York. South Africa held the Presidency of the Security Council for April 2008.
Picture:Sanjay Singh
 
10 Apr: Notes for Deputy Minister Aziz Pahad Briefing to Media, Union Buildings, Pretoria
Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs SA, Aziz Pahad during a press conference on Zimbabwe issues, Kenya and upcoming visit to Mauritius by President Thabo Mbeki.
Picture:  Unati Ngamntwini
 
15 Apr: Notes following Briefing by the Director General of Foreign Affairs Ayanda Ntsaluba on South Africa’s Presidency of the United Nations Security Council.
Dr Ayanda Ntsaluba briefing the media on the RSA presidency of the UN-Security council
Picture: Unati Ngamntwini
 
15 Apr: Notes following Briefing to Media by Minister Sydney Mufamadi, Union Buildings, Pretoria
Minister Mafumadi briefing the media on the current issue of the Zimbabwe elections.
Picture: Unati Ngamntwini

Minister Mafumadi and the Rev Chikane during the briefing on the current issue of the Zimbabwe elections.
Picture: Unati Ngamntwini
Rev Chikane briefing the media on the current issue of the Zimbabwe elections.
Picture: Unati Ngamntwini
 
7-9 Apr: Accreditation for India - Africa Summit, New Delhi, India
President Thabo Mbeki arrrived in New Delhi ahead of the Heads of State Summit of the India - Africa summit.
Picture:Sanjay Singh
Africa Summit in New Delhi -India today, 7th April 2008.
Picture:Sanjay Singh
Dr Nkosazana Dlamini Zuma stands with other Foreign Ministers for a photo shoot ahead of the opening of the Foreign Ministers meeting in New Delhi , India
Picture:Sanjay Singh
Minister Nkosazana Dlamini Zuma met with her counterpart Mr. Anand Sharma , Minister of State of India in New Delhi ahead of the India Africa Summit.
Picture:Sanjay Singh
 
07 Apr: Deputy Minister Sue van der Merwe to hold Discussions with the UK Minister of State for Commonwealth, Dr Kim Howells.
Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, Sue van der Merwe meeting with her United Kingdom counterpart Kim Howells.
Picture: Jacoline Prinsloo
 
2 - 3 Apr: Joint Communiqué of the Fifth Session of the Republic of South Africa -  Democratic Republic of Congo Bi-National Commission (BNC), held in Pretoria.
South African President Thabo Mbeki with Democratic Republic of the Congo President Joseph Kabila during the arrival outside the Presidential Guesthouse, Pretoria.
Picture:  Jacoline Prinsloo
South African President Thabo Mbeki and Democratic Republic of the Congo President Joseph Kabila during a press conference.
Picture: Jacoline Prinsloo
 
2 - 3 Apr: Joint Communiqué of the Fifth Session of the Republic of South Africa -  Democratic Republic of Congo Bi-National Commission (BNC), held in Pretoria.
Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs giving opening remarks as Republic of South Africa Amb to the Democratic Republic of Congo listens seated on his left. On his immediate right is the DRC Foreign Minister and the Democratic Republic of Congo Amb to Republic of South Africa.
Picture: Unati Ngamntwini
Democratic Republic of Congo Foreign Minister giving opening remarks . seated on his left is Republic of South Africa Deputy Minister  for Foreign Affairs and on his right is Democratic Republic of Congo Amb to Republic of South Africa.
Picture: Unati Ngamntwini
President Joseph Kabila arrives at OR Tambo International Airport, Johannesburg, South Africa ahead of the SA-DRC Joint Commission to be held in Pretoria.
Picture: Jacoline Prinsloo
 
02 Apr: Notes following Briefing on South Africa’s Presidency of the UN Security Council by Ambassador George Nene, Wednesday 2 April, Union Buildings, Pretoria.
Amb George Nene brief the media on the RSA presidency of the UN-Security council.
Picture: Unati Ngamntwini
 
20 – 21 Mar: Minister Dlamini Zuma to attend the Preparatory Meeting for TICAD.
Dr Nkosazana Dlamini Zuma at the Ticad meeting in Gabon.
Picture: Sanjay Singh
Minister Nkosazana Dlamini Zuma presenting a paper on Private Public Partnerships at the Ticad meeting in Gabon
Picture: Sanjay Singh
 
25 Mar: Minister Dlamini Zuma in Chile to boost Economic Ties.
Dr Nkosazana Dlamini Zuma attends the meeting of the Socialist International Sustainable World Society Commission in Santiago, Chile.
Picture: Sanjay Singh
 
15-18 Mar: State Visit by President Dr Susilo Bambang Yudhoyon of Indonesia to South Africa
South African President Thabo Mbeki with Indonesian President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono in Pretoria during President Yudhoyono's official state visit to South Africa. 

The Presidents also signed a MOU (Memorandum of Understanding) on future relationships between the two countries, 17 March 2008.

Pictures:  Jacoline Prinsloo
 
President of South Africa Thabo Mbeki with Indonesia President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono at the Union Buildings Pretoria, South Africa, 17 March 2008.

Pictures:  Jacoline Prinsloo

Singapore President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono arrives at Cape Town International Airport South Africa for his official State Visit
Minister of Minerals and Energy South Africa Buyelwa Sonjica recieved Singapore President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono. Picture: Jacoline Prinsloo
Singapore President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono and his wife arrive in a windy Cape Town, South Africa. Picture: Jacoline Prinsloo
04 March 2008: Notes Following Weekly UN Security Council Briefing by Mr Xolisa Mabhongo Deputy Head of Multilateral Affairs, Union Buildings, Pretoria.
Deputy Head of Multilateral Affairs at Foreign Affairs Mr Xolisa Mabhongo brief media on UN Security Council issues.
Picture: Jacoline Prinsloo
 

 

 
 
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