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| PRESIDENT RAMAPHOSA URGES PAN-AFRICAN PARLIAMENT TO DRIVE AFRICA'S INTEGRATION |
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| President Cyril Ramaphosa has called on the Pan-African Parliament (PAP) to strengthen its role as the guardian of democracy, champion of African integration and catalyst for translating continental commitments into tangible improvements in the lives of Africans. |
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Addressing the opening of the First Ordinary Session of the Seventh Legislature of the Pan-African Parliament at Gallagher Estate in Midrand on Monday, 27 July 2026, President Ramaphosa said the institution carries the hopes of more than 1.5 billion Africans at a time when the continent is grappling with conflict, economic uncertainty, climate change and geopolitical tensions.
“The Pan-African Parliament carries the hopes and aspirations of more than 1.5 billion Africans for peace, progress and prosperity across our beloved continent.
“It is an enduring symbol of unity in diversity, a unity anchored in the conviction that Africa's future must be shaped not only by its governments, but by its peoples,” he said.
President Ramaphosa said recent wildfires in Algeria, Morocco and Tunisia, together with other global challenges, underscored the importance of African solidarity.
“These developments make it even more important that Africa is able to stand together to advance its own development,” he said.
He congratulated Dr Fateh Boutbig and the newly elected leadership of the Pan-African Parliament, expressing confidence that they would advance the mandate of African unity with integrity and purpose.
Reflecting on South Africa's democratic journey, President Ramaphosa said the country remained committed to repaying the solidarity shown by African nations during the struggle against apartheid through contributions to peace, development and institution building. He highlighted South Africa's role in hosting the inaugural African Union Summit in 2002, helping establish the African Peer Review Mechanism and the New Partnership for Africa's Development (NEPAD), as well as supporting democracy, mediation and reconstruction efforts across the continent through the African Renaissance and International Cooperation Fund.
President Ramaphosa also reflected on Africa's coordinated response to the COVID-19 pandemic, describing it as a powerful example of continental cooperation.
“At a time when vaccine nationalism was taking hold and poorer countries were being pushed to the back of the queue, Africa did not only call for international solidarity; Africa practised solidarity,” he said.
He said the continent had extended its vaccine procurement mechanisms to Caribbean countries, demonstrating that African integration could deliver practical benefits beyond the continent. President Ramaphosa also commended the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC) for leading the response to Ebola outbreaks in the Democratic Republic of the Congo and Uganda.
Turning to the role of the Pan-African Parliament, President Ramaphosa said it remained a pillar of Africa's democratic architecture and had a responsibility to ensure African Union aspirations translated into better lives for citizens.
“This Parliament must itself exemplify the democratic values it seeks to advance across the continent.
“It must be a model of integrity, transparency, accountability, responsible stewardship and fidelity to its own rules,” he said.
He welcomed the Parliament's oversight of African Union flagship projects, saying it played an important role in monitoring the implementation of policies critical to Africa's development and integration.
Water security
President Ramaphosa urged parliamentarians to prioritise the African Union's 2026 Theme of the Year: Assuring Sustainable Water Availability and Safe Sanitation Systems to Achieve the Goals of Agenda 2063. He described access to clean water and sanitation as a fundamental human right and warned that climate change, ageing infrastructure, pollution and poor governance were placing increasing pressure on water resources.
“The Pan-African Parliament and national parliaments have a decisive role to play.
“They must develop and harmonise enabling legislation, oversee public expenditure, promote investment in water infrastructure and hold governments accountable for delivering reliable water and sanitation services,” he said.
He said South Africa was addressing its own water challenges through the National Water Action Plan while recognising that African countries needed to share knowledge, technology, finance and expertise.
Defending democracy
President Ramaphosa said the Parliament should remain steadfast in protecting constitutional democracy across Africa.
“This Parliament must be resolute in defending constitutional democracy.
“It must speak clearly against unconstitutional changes of government, the unlawful extension of political tenure, the weakening of democratic institutions and the misuse of public resources,” the President said.
He added that democratic governance was essential for peace, development and public confidence in institutions.
AfCFTA key to Africa's future
President Ramaphosa described the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) as the continent's most powerful tool for achieving unity and economic transformation.
“The African Continental Free Trade Area is undoubtedly the most powerful instrument we have to realise our cherished goal of African unity, prosperity and progress,” he said.
He said the agreement would only realise its full potential if African countries removed non-tariff barriers, modernised customs systems, improved transport and logistics, harmonised regulations and simplified payment systems.
“The Pan-African Parliament must work with national and regional parliaments to domesticate AfCFTA commitments, harmonise legislation and hold governments accountable for implementation,” the President said.
Managing migration
President Ramaphosa also used the address to call for a balanced continental approach to migration, acknowledging growing concerns in South Africa and elsewhere while warning against xenophobia and misinformation.
“As the South African government, we have taken a firm stance against any form of intimidation, vigilantism or violence directed at foreign nationals,” he said.
He stressed that lawful migrants, refugees and asylum seekers should not be conflated with undocumented migrants or be blamed for unemployment, crime or service delivery failures.
“Our response must combine firm, fair and effective immigration management with an unwavering defence of human dignity and the rule of law,” he said.
President Ramaphosa said African countries needed to address the root causes of migration, including conflict, instability, poverty and weak governance.
“We must work for a future where Africans migrate out of choice and not necessity,” he said.
Building the Africa of the future
President Ramaphosa said Africa's future depended on adding value to its own resources, empowering young people and women, investing in infrastructure and strengthening continental institutions. He urged African countries to process their own minerals and agricultural products, create jobs for young people and ensure women played a greater role in leadership and economic development.
He also called for Africa to speak with one voice on reform of the United Nations Security Council, the global financial architecture and international trade, climate and technology governance.
“The success of this Seventh Legislature will not be measured only by the debates it holds or the resolutions it adopts. “It will be measured by the laws it helps to shape, the commitments it helps to implement and the difference it makes in the daily lives of the people of Africa,” he said.
Concluding his address, President Ramaphosa urged the Parliament to remain a force for democracy, peace and accountability.
“History will judge us not by the speeches we deliver, but by the Africa we build. Let this Parliament be the conscience of our continent. Let it be the voice of Africa's most vulnerable.
“Let it be the guardian of democracy. Let it be the champion of peace,” he said.
– Source: SAnews.gov.za |
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| SADC LEADERS TO MEET IN DURBAN FOR 46TH SUMMIT |
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| President Cyril Ramaphosa will host Southern African leaders in Durban next month when South Africa assumes the Chairship of the Southern African Development Community (SADC) at the 46th Ordinary Summit of Heads of State and Government. |
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The summit, scheduled for 17 August 2026 at the Durban International Convention Centre, will bring together Heads of State and Government from the 16-member regional bloc to deliberate on key issues affecting the region's economic growth, security and integration.
President Ramaphosa will chair the summit under the theme: Resilient, Sustainable and Inclusive Industrialisation through Infrastructure Development, Agricultural and Critical Minerals Transformation in Pursuit of a Just World.
According to the SADC Secretariat, the theme underscores the importance of infrastructure development, agriculture and critical minerals in advancing industrialisation while building a region that is competitive, climate resilient, socially inclusive and capable of delivering a prosperous future for its citizens.
Among the key issues expected to dominate discussions are the state of the SADC region, including global, continental and regional economic trends, progress in implementing decisions adopted at previous summits, and the implementation of commitments made at the 45th SADC Summit held in Madagascar last year.
Leaders are also expected to consider the operationalisation of the SADC Regional Development Fund, which is aimed at financing regional development projects and programmes, as well as regional food and nutrition security, disaster preparedness and the strengthening of the SADC Humanitarian and Emergency Operations Centre.
The impact of global geopolitical developments on the SADC region is also expected to feature prominently on the summit agenda.
The summit will be preceded by a series of meetings and side events beginning with the Annual SADC Industrialisation Week from 27 to 31 July 2026.
Other meetings include the Standing Committee of Senior Officials, the Finance Committee, the SADC Council of Ministers, a public lecture at the University of KwaZulu-Natal, as well as meetings of the SADC Organ Troika on Politics, Defence and Security Cooperation.
The annual summit is the highest decision-making body of SADC and sets the strategic direction for regional cooperation, integration and development.
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| PRESIDENT RAMAPHOSA PAYS TRIBUTE TO LIBERATION STRUGGLE STALWART, SHANTHIE NAIDOO |
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| President Cyril Ramaphosa has paid tribute to liberation struggle stalwart, Shantavothie "Shanthie" Naidoo Tweedie, describing her as a hero whose lifelong sacrifice and commitment helped shape South Africa's journey to freedom. |
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The President expressed his sadness at the passing of Naidoo Tweedie at the age of 91 and conveyed his condolences to her husband Dominic Tweedie, the Naidoo family, as well as her friends and comrades.
In a statement issued on Friday, 24 July 2026, President Ramaphosa reflected on Naidoo Tweedie's enduring contribution to the liberation struggle, saying her passing serves as a reminder of the sacrifices made by those who fought against apartheid.
“The passing of Shanthie Naidoo Tweedie causes us to revisit and pay tribute to the extraordinary contribution she made to our struggle for freedom. |
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“Shanthie Naidoo Tweedie was a hero who followed in the footsteps of her politically active family and sacrificially devoted her extended life to fighting for a free, non-racial South Africa,” the President said.
Born in Pretoria in 1935, Naidoo Tweedie became politically active while still at school. She went on to play a prominent role in the then Transvaal Indian Youth Congress, the Federation of South African Women, the South African Congress of Trade Unions and the African National Congress (ANC).
She and her husband later worked for the ANC at the Solomon Mahlangu Freedom College in Tanzania after going into exile in the United Kingdom from 1972 until 1991.
Throughout the struggle against apartheid, Naidoo Tweedie endured repeated detention, including periods of solitary confinement under the Terrorism Act, as well as banning orders imposed by the apartheid government.
She was also imprisoned for two months after refusing to testify against Winnie Mandela and 21 other comrades, who had been charged with furthering the aims of the ANC.
The apartheid government initially denied her permission to leave South Africa, only allowing her to go into exile following sustained pressure from supporters locally and internationally, including a campaign led by former liberal Member of Parliament, Helen Suzman.
President Ramaphosa said Naidoo Tweedie's passing, on the eve of Women's Month, also highlighted the courage of women who challenged the injustices of apartheid.
“Her passing, on the eve of Women’s Month, draws our attention to the struggles women faced under apartheid and which spurred courageous women to confront a system founded on race and gender discrimination.
“As we mourn Shanthie Naidoo Tweedie’s passing, we also celebrate her legacy and that of the 20 000 women who marched to the Union Buildings 70 years ago, as well as other women who have made South Africa a better place for women and girls,” President Ramaphosa said.
The President called on South Africans to honour her legacy by continuing to build an inclusive society.
“We can only repay Shanthie Naidoo Tweedie by honouring her sacrifice and leadership, and continuing to make South Africa a nation that works for all, and especially women. May her soul rest in peace,” he said.
– Source: SAnews.gov.za |
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| MINISTER LAMOLA HOLDS BILATERAL MEETINGS ON THE SIDELINES OF AU EXECUTIVE COUNCIL IN ADDIS ABABA |
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| Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Ronald Lamola, concluded a series of high-level bilateral engagements on the sidelines of the 49th Ordinary Session of the Executive Council of the African Union (AU) and the Eighth Mid-Year Coordination Meeting held in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, from 28 to 29 July 2026. |
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The meetings formed part of South Africa's continued engagement with African partners to strengthen bilateral relations and advance the continent's shared priorities through the African Union.
On 28 July 2026, Minister Lamola met with the Minister of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation of the Republic of Côte d'Ivoire, Niale Kaba. He also held discussions with the Chairperson of the African Union Commission, HE Mahmoud Ali Youssouf.
The Minister continued his bilateral programme on 29 July 2026, meeting with the Minister of Foreign Affairs, Regional Integration and Development Cooperation of the Republic of Burundi, Dr Edouard Bizimana, and the Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Senegal, Cheikh Niang.
At the conclusion of the meetings, Minister Lamola participated in an interview with Ubuntu Radio, reflecting on the outcomes of the 49th Ordinary Session of the AU Executive Council and the Eighth Mid-Year Coordination Meeting.
South Africa remains committed to working closely with its African partners to strengthen regional cooperation, promote peace and security, deepen economic integration, and advance the objectives of the African Union's Agenda 2063.
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| SOUTH AFRICA CONTINUES DIPLOMATIC ENGAGEMENTS WITH NIGERIA ON MIGRATION, GOVERNANCE, AND REGIONAL SECURITY |
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| The Special Envoy of President Cyril Ramaphosa to the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, the Honourable Ronald Lamola, MP, has concluded a diplomatic mission to Abuja. During the visit, Minister Lamola delivered an official message from President Ramaphosa to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. |
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President Tinubu designated a high-level Nigerian government delegation to engage in structured talks with the South African delegation led by the Special Envoy. The discussions were candid, constructive, and forward-looking, focusing on restoring mutual goodwill and strengthening bilateral relations between the two nations.
Three core concerns raised
Minister Lamola outlined three specific areas of concern that have heightened recent tensions between the two countries:
The purported installation of an unrecognised traditional ruler, titled an “Igbo King”, in the Eastern Cape Province in March 2026 caused widespread public concern across South Africa. Minister Lamola emphasised that this occurred while South Africa is actively consolidating the constitutional role of traditional leadership in a post-apartheid society.
Concerns were raised regarding the involvement of certain foreign nationals, including Nigerian citizens, in organised crime, illicit drug trafficking, and financial fraud. The Special Envoy noted that as of 7 July 2026, more than 500 Nigerian nationals had been processed through the South African criminal justice system for various offences, highlighting the need for enhanced cross-border security cooperation.
Minister Lamola addressed instances where law enforcement officers faced violent resistance or obstruction during criminal investigations. Specific concern was raised regarding hijacked residential and commercial properties in urban centres such as Hillbrow (Johannesburg) and Sunnyside (Pretoria), where unlawful enclaves have compromised public safety for local residents and foreign nationals alike.
“Regrettably, these incidents have fuelled negative perceptions surrounding Nigerian nationals living in South Africa over the years. Addressing these challenges firmly, fairly, and within the bounds of the law is vital for the well-being of both our nations.
Bilateral feedback on law enforcement and arrests
During the sessions, both delegations reviewed feedback regarding the processing and arrest of over 500 Nigerian nationals in South Africa.
Minister Lamola clarified that these law enforcement measures are evidence-based, targeting individual criminal conduct rather than profiling the broader, law-abiding Nigerian diaspora.
The Nigerian delegation acknowledged the necessity of holding lawbreakers accountable, while emphasising the importance of guaranteeing constitutional due process, fair trial standards, and humane treatment for all detainees.
Reaffirming the rule of law and condemning xenophobia
Both delegations agreed on the urgent need to de-escalate inflammatory rhetoric in public discourse and prevent hostile actions.
Minister Lamola emphasised that the South African government unequivocally condemns all forms of xenophobia, racism, discrimination, and related intolerance. While crime and lawlessness will be met with the full force of the law, public frustration or criminal activity can never be used to justify vigilante violence, intimidation, or attacks against foreign nationals.
“Law enforcement remains the exclusive prerogative of the state,” Minister Lamola stated. “While South Africa will not tolerate criminal activity by any individual regardless of nationality, we equally will not permit vigilante action or xenophobic violence against foreign nationals residing in our country. To this end, arrests have taken place, and relevant investigations are still underway.”
The way forward
Minister Lamola reiterated that shared migration and public safety challenges are best resolved through formal diplomatic channels, institutional security partnerships, and strict adherence to constitutional rights.
The two governments reaffirmed that bilateral diplomacy and Pan-African solidarity remain the essential frameworks to ensure peaceful coexistence, safeguard human rights, and deepen historical ties between South Africa and Nigeria.
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| SOUTH AFRICA BACKS AFRICAN UNION MIGRATION TALKS, CALLS FOR CONTINENT-WIDE APPROACH |
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| South Africa has welcomed ongoing discussions at the African Union (AU) on migration, saying the continent needs a comprehensive and coordinated response that addresses the root causes of irregular migration rather than singling out individual countries. |
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Speaking during a media briefing on government's comprehensive approach to migration management on Sunday, 26 July 2026, International Relations and Cooperation Minister Ronald Lamola said South Africa supports engagement on migration at the highest level of the AU, provided the discussions focus on orderly, regular and legal migration, as envisaged by existing continental frameworks.
“The AU has a Protocol on the Free Movement of Persons, Rights of Residence and Rights of Establishment aimed at having a common and regulated approach on Africans' ability to travel, work and live across the continent,” he said.
Minister Lamola explained that the protocol, adopted by the AU in 2018 as a flagship project under Agenda 2063, promotes coordinated migration management, stronger border systems and enhanced efforts to combat human trafficking.
He noted that the Southern African Development Community (SADC) also has a Protocol on the Facilitation of Movement of Persons, of which South Africa is a signatory, although more member states are still required before it can be operationalised.
“But both protocols call for regular and orderly migration, which is a point of emphasis that migration must be orderly, must be regular, and must also be legal,” the Minister said.
He said South Africa's approach to migration is fully aligned with these regional and continental frameworks.
“So, migration must be orderly, must be regular, and must be legal, which is what the South African government has to do to ensure that migration is within the parameters of the law; it must be within what our laws prescribe,” the Minister said.
Minister Lamola said African countries have consistently recognised the sovereign right of every state to enforce its immigration laws.
However, he stressed that concerns raised by many countries relate not to the enforcement of immigration laws, but to incidents where private individuals or groups take the law into their own hands.
“The only issue that all of them do raise is that where there is a challenge of irregularity and illegality, including undocumented immigrants, it must be dealt with in a human way. It must be dealt with by law enforcement, not private individuals and groups that are not mandated by the laws of that country,” Minister Lamola said.
He said government would continue engaging with countries across the continent to reinforce this principle.
Migration debate must address root causes
Minister Lamola said discussions at the AU should move beyond focusing exclusively on South Africa and instead examine the broader drivers of migration across the continent. He noted that South Africa receives the highest number of migrants in Africa, both regular and irregular, while North African countries also experience significant migration pressures as destinations and transit routes to Europe.
“South Africa is one of the highest receiving countries of migrants, both regular and irregular. On irregular migration, I believe we are the number one country on the continent,” he said.
According to Minister Lamola, migration cannot be addressed without confronting the underlying factors that compel people to leave their countries.
"So, this debate that is being called by Ghana should not be a debate of finger-pointing, cheap political scoring against South Africa, labelling South Africa as this and that, because it will not be helpful,” he said.
Instead, he said the discussion should focus on economic challenges, unemployment, governance, peace and security, as well as the impact of climate change across the continent.
"Framing the debate in that context will lead to a positive and constructive engagement,” the Minister said.
He added that South Africa remains willing to engage with the AU on migration and would welcome a fact-finding mission by the continental body.
"We welcome any discussion that will be comprehensive on migration to deal with all issues, including the root causes of illegal migration,” the Minister said.
Minister Lamola said the issue is expected to feature in engagements during the African Union Executive Council meeting, which begins this week.
Ghana engagement reaffirmed strong bilateral ties
Responding to questions about his recent visit to Ghana as President Cyril Ramaphosa's Special Envoy, Minister Lamola dismissed suggestions that the South African delegation had been rejected.
“I went to Accra, Ghana, as the Special Envoy of the President, and I was well received by President Mahama with the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Ghana and his delegation,” he said.
He said discussions reaffirmed the longstanding relationship between the two countries, which dates back to the struggle against apartheid.
“The meeting reaffirmed South Africa-Ghana relations and that this matter on the table is not going to impact or affect South Africa-Ghana relations because the relationship between Ghana and South Africa is enduring,” he said.
Minister Lamola said Ghana acknowledged South Africa's sovereign right to enforce its immigration laws but raised concerns about violence associated with protests over migration and incidents where individuals impersonate law enforcement and Home Affairs officials.
He said South Africa assured Ghana that law enforcement agencies were taking action against those responsible, including arrests linked to impersonation, looting and housebreaking.
The Minister also said specific criminal cases involving Ghanaian nationals, including a murder under investigation by the South African Police Service, remain active matters before law enforcement.
“There is action and there is work. It is not a situation of impunity,” the minister said.
Minister Lamola reiterated that while South Africa will continue enforcing its immigration laws, it remains committed to working with African partners to ensure migration across the continent is managed in an orderly, humane and lawful manner.
– Source: SAnews.gov.za |
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| SOUTH AFRICA, GERMANY EXCHANGE VIEWS ON INTERNATIONAL LAW |
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| South Africa and Germany have reaffirmed their commitment to international law and multilateralism. |
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This featured prominently during discussions between Minister of International Relations and Cooperation Ronald Lamola, and Germany's Federal Foreign Minister, Dr Johann Wadephul, during the German Minister's Working Visit to South Africa. Following a tête-à-tête and official bilateral talks, the ministers addressed the media and outlined areas of agreement and disagreement on some of the world's most pressing conflicts.
Minister Lamola said respect for international law was a central theme of the discussions. From South Africa's perspective, he said, the application of international law must be consistent and free from selective interpretation.
“Indeed, this was one of the subjects of robust engagement. International law must be principled, consistent and predictable. There must be no double standards in the application of international law.
“International law must be applicable across the board,” Minister Lamola emphasised.
Call for accountability and negotiations
Minister Lamola criticised what he described as the continued failure to implement provisional measures issued by international courts regarding Israel's conduct in Gaza.
“We were very clear that we have had a number of provisional orders that continue to be ignored by the state of Israel,” he said.
On the conflict involving Iran, he said South Africa believes the military confrontation could have been avoided.
“Our view is very clear that this was an unnecessary war that could have been avoided,” he said.
He argued that hostilities erupted while negotiations on Iran's nuclear programme were at an advanced stage and warned that mistrust now risks further escalation.
South Africa, he said, continues to advocate for diplomacy and negotiations as the only sustainable path to peace.
“South Africa will call for a return to the negotiation table for durable peace, for peace that is sustainable,” the Minister said.
Minister Lamola also reiterated South Africa's position on the war in Ukraine, saying any settlement must be anchored in international law and respect for sovereignty.
He noted President Cyril Ramaphosa's continued engagement with both Russian President Vladimir Putin and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky as part of ongoing peace efforts.
“We stated that our President has engaged both parties, President Putin and President Zelensky, with an aim of them arriving at a long-lasting solution.”
Minister Lamola said President Zelensky had indicated a willingness to return to negotiations.
“We are pleased that in the last engagement between our President and President Zelensky, he had agreed that he is ready to go back to the negotiation table with no conditions, except that he still stated that he would want the negotiations to happen at a neutral venue,” the Minister said.
Sudan humanitarian crisis raised
The ministers also discussed conflicts elsewhere on the continent, particularly Sudan.
Minister Lamola described Sudan as one of the world's most severe humanitarian emergencies and called for an immediate ceasefire and unrestricted humanitarian access.
“It is one of those very catastrophic conflicts, with the highest level of humanitarian disaster that the world has ever experienced,” he said.
South Africa, currently serving on the African Union (AU) Peace and Security Council, continues to support AU-led efforts to secure a peaceful resolution to the conflict.
Partnership anchored in multilateralism
The discussions took place against the backdrop of a long-standing bilateral relationship built on democratic values, economic cooperation and support for multilateral institutions.
Germany is South Africa's largest European trading partner and a key investor, while both countries continue to cooperate on peacebuilding, democratic resilience and global governance reform.
Despite differences on some geopolitical questions, both ministers emphasised the importance of dialogue and engagement in resolving conflicts and defending the international rules-based order.
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| DEPUTY MINISTER MORAKA LEADS COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT INITIATIVE IN LEPHALALE |
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| Deputy Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Thandi Moraka, led a community outreach programme in Shongoane Village, Lephalale Local Municipality, on 23 July 2026, reaffirming government's commitment to advancing education, skills development and sustainable community empowerment through strategic partnerships. |
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The programme brought together the Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO), His Excellency Dong-han Yang, Ambassador of the Republic of Korea to South Africa, the Waterberg District Municipality, the Lephalale Local Municipality and private sector partners to implement two important community development initiatives aimed at improving livelihoods and creating opportunities for local residents.
The day's programme commenced at Matshwara Senior Secondary School, where Deputy Minister Moraka officially handed over computers to the school. The donation followed a request made during her visit to the community in January 2026 and is intended to strengthen digital learning, improve access to information and communication technology (ICT), and enhance teaching and learning for learners.
The delegation later proceeded to Mama Sehlare's Project in Shongoane Village, where Deputy Minister Moraka, joined by Ambassador Dong-han Yang, officially handed over 100 sewing machines to the community initiative. Established in 1997, the project has empowered women through garment production and skills development, creating opportunities for entrepreneurship and contributing to local economic development.
The sewing machines were donated by the Embassy of the Republic of Korea, led by Ambassador Yang, with financial support provided by the Waterberg District Municipality. The Department of International Relations and Cooperation continues to oversee the sustainability of the initiative in partnership with local stakeholders.
Speaking during the handover ceremony, Deputy Minister Moraka emphasised the importance of partnerships in driving inclusive development and creating sustainable opportunities for women, young people and vulnerable members of society. She noted that investments in education, skills development and economic empowerment remain central to building resilient communities and improving livelihoods.
The participation of Ambassador Dong-han Yang underscored the enduring friendship and cooperation between South Africa and the Republic of Korea, illustrating how international partnerships can deliver meaningful and lasting benefits to communities through education, skills development and economic empowerment.
The outreach programme reflects government's commitment to expanding access to quality education, promoting digital inclusion, supporting entrepreneurship and strengthening local economic development through collaboration between national and local government, international partners and the private sector.
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| INDUSTRIALISATION TAKES CENTRE STAGE AT SADC INDUSTRIALISATION WEEK |
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| Industrialisation took centre stage at the opening of the Ninth Southern African Development Community (SADC) Industrialisation Week, with leaders from across the region calling for accelerated industrial development to drive economic transformation, regional integration and job creation. |
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The Southern African Development Community, in collaboration with the Government of South Africa and the SADC Business Council, is hosting the Ninth Annual SADC Industrialisation Week at the Inkosi Albert Luthuli International Convention Centre (ICC) in Durban, KwaZulu-Natal.
The week is the region’s premier public-private platform for advancing industrial development, promoting investment, strengthening regional integration and accelerating economic transformation.
Held from 27 to 31 July 2026, under the theme: Resilient, Sustainable and Inclusive Industrialisation through Infrastructure Development, Agricultural and Critical Minerals Transformation in Pursuit of a Just World, the event will serve as a high-level precursor to the 46th SADC Summit of Heads of State and Government.
The week-long programme brings together policymakers, business leaders, investors, academia, researchers, development finance institutions, and other strategic stakeholders from across the SADC region and beyond. It will provide a platform for dialogue, knowledge exchange, partnership building and the identification of practical solutions to advance industrialisation and sustainable economic growth.
The main goals of the week are to advance the SADC Industrialisation Strategy and Roadmap 2015–2063, which is centred on three pillars: industrialisation, competitiveness, and regional integration.
The 2026 edition of the week will focus on key strategic priorities, including strengthening regional value chains in agro-processing, pharmaceuticals, consumer goods and critical minerals beneficiation; promoting infrastructure development in energy, transport, logistics, water and information and communication technologies (ICT); mobilising investment and fostering industrial partnerships; and advancing women and youth empowerment, innovation, entrepreneurship and digital transformation.
In his opening address, eThekwini Municipality Mayor Cyril Xaba said Durban was honoured to host the gathering, describing the city as a strategic gateway to Africa and is committed to promoting regional industrialisation, investment, and economic growth.
SADC Executive Secretary Elias Magosi said the event provides an important platform for member states and stakeholders to discuss the future of industrial development and that merely talking about change does not translate into action.
"This platform enables us to share experiences, forge effective partnerships, create opportunities, and identify innovative solutions. Aspirations alone will not bring about transformation; real implementation and the creation of opportunities for industries and businesses must lead the way," Magosi said.
Trade, Industry and Competition Minister Parks Tau said industrialisation remains a key driver of productivity, economic diversification, technological advancement, and greater resilience against external shocks.
Minister Tau urged stakeholders to remain mindful of strategic vulnerabilities while focusing on implementing outcomes that are measurable and visible.
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| SOUTH AFRICAN BUSINESSES RETURN FROM ANGOLA WITH PROMISING TRADE LEADS |
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| The South African business delegation who participated in the largest international business and multi-sector exhibition in Angola are returning home with a strong pipeline of promising trade leads. |
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The delegation showcased proudly South African products and services at the Feira Internacional de Angola (FILDA), held in Luanda from 21 to 26 July 2026, with support from the Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (the dtic).
The exporters represented the agro-processing, steel and metal fabrication, engineering and mining, and chemical sectors.
Speaking on his experience, owner of La RicMal Wines, Malcolm Green, said he received positive responses from importers and distributors in the Angolan market, which he attributed to the quality, pricing and packaging of his products.
“There are also businesses operating in Angola that serve markets beyond the country’s borders, including neighbouring countries such as the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Zambia and Namibia, who showed interest in doing business with us. This creates an opportunity for our products to enter Angola and subsequently move into other regional markets.
“FILDA has grown, and there is a clear appetite among the international business community to invest in Africa. I see Angola as a gateway, with FILDA serving as an important conduit for South African businesses seeking to access other African markets,” Green said.
Johannesburg-based steel fabrication company InfraPower Engineering explored new export opportunities, partnerships and collaborations across Africa and international markets. The company engaged with potential clients and collaborators from Angola, Zimbabwe, India and other countries represented at the exhibition.
“The exhibition generated strong interest in our products, with visitors making enquiries and requesting pricing on some of the offerings. We are pleased that we participated and look forward to engaging further with the clients and potential clients we have met,” the Managing Director of InfraPower, Rakgomo Maetje, said.
Lizwile Engineering targeted strategic partnerships and new export opportunities in Angola, with a focus on supporting the country’s infrastructure, mining, energy and oil and gas sectors.
Lizwile Engineering Executive Director Nomagugu Mvelase said the company established relationships with several companies in Angola during the exhibition and is exploring further collaboration with South African companies.
“We are also pursuing opportunities in other African markets, including Ghana, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Namibia and Kenya. Our technical expertise and experience in delivering projects under challenging conditions positions us to contribute meaningfully to infrastructure development across the continent,” Mvelase said.
TLT-Turbo Africa explored opportunities in Angola’s growing oil and gas and mining sectors, with a particular focus on refinery upgrades and the development of underground mining operations.
TLT-Turbo Africa Director of Sales and Marketing Vusi Madlopha said engaging with local markets provided an opportunity for businesses to learn about the languages and cultures that drive business in different African countries.
“We believe it is a good opportunity for us to be here now and establish our structure with the local agents we have identified so that we can exploit the business opportunities in this country,” he said.
Founder and Brand Development Executive of Eastern Cape-based Analit Africa Consumer Brands, Lungisa Lutshaba, said participation at FILDA 2026 had opened significant opportunities for partnerships, distribution and investment as the company explores expanding its products into the Angolan market.
The company manufactures in-house food brands and organic premium skincare brands.
“We have identified potential distributors and partners interested in establishing relationships and investing in the business.
“We also engaged with representatives from a major bank, who requested a business plan, while major retailers and packaging companies expressed interest in further discussions,” Lutshaba said.
More than 2 000 visitors were recorded at the South African pavilion, where companies gathered 82 trade leads, met 341 buyers and participated in 55 business-to-business meetings.
The trade exhibition forms part of the government’s efforts to actively shape export markets by expanding opportunities for South African companies and improving the effectiveness of export promotion measures across the African continent.
– Source: SAnews.gov.za
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| YOUNG SOUTH AFRICAN INVENTOR’S SMART GLASSES FOR THE BLIND LAND INTERNATIONAL BACKING |
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| A promise made to his blind granny has taken young inventor Elihle Stali further than he ever imagined. After South Africans helped him get to China, his artificial intelligence (AI)-powered smart glasses for the blind have secured major backing. |
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When Elihle Amahle Stali was growing up in Zwelitsha in the Eastern Cape, there was one part of his morning routine that never changed. His grandmother, who was blind, would call for him. She needed help getting to the bathroom. Elihle would take her hand and guide her there.
Even at his young age, he knew that he wanted to find another way. He wanted his grandmother — and others living with visual impairments — to experience more independence, more confidence and more dignity in their day-to-day lives.
That turned into an 11-year promise which has since flourished into Spectacles4TheBlind SA.
Now, as a young inventor who is 24 years old, Stali has partnered with A Nation of Light. Together, they have engineered a unique pair of AI-powered smart glasses designed to guide the blind. |
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The spectacles use a built-in voice assistant to help blind and visually impaired users navigate their surroundings. The system can communicate verbally in English, Afrikaans, isiXhosa, isiZulu and Sesotho.
Inspiringly, Stali has not only lived up to the long-held promise he made, but he has also just received incredible international recognition for it.
This month, he travelled to China to showcase his innovation after being selected among the world’s top 150 startups for the Leap Startup competition. Just weeks before his departure, Stali was still searching for a way to fund the trip to Hong Kong.
Chasing the real opportunity to travel there and find the manufacturers and investors needed to bring his invention into the world, he approached dozens of companies in the hopes of securing sponsorship. At first, the responses were few and the silence discouraging.
But slowly, over the weeks that followed, South Africa began to rally behind Stali’s vision. The media picked up his story; he was featured on the radio and on the news. With every set of eyes and every conversation, the support grew. An online crowdfunding campaign was set up to raise over R80 000 to get him to China. Over 700 people donated, more than doubling the fundraising goal!
That is how a proudly South African innovation, designed to make a real impact for the blind, has made it all the way to China.
This week brought the most hopeful news yet. Spectacles4TheBlind SA has received international backing. According to reports, Stali’s three-day exhibit at the Leap Startup East competition has helped him secure a major international manufacturing deal for his smart glasses.
If the next chapter unfolds as hoped, countless other people may soon have more freedom to find their own way.
– Source: www.goodthingsguy.com |
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| SOUTH AFRICAN TEEN JIYA BHOOLA REACHES FOR THE STARS AT NASA’S UNITED SPACE SCHOOL PROGRAMME |
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| Selected as one of just two students from South Africa and 50 worldwide, 17-year-old space enthusiast Jiya Bhoola is reaching new heights at the United Space School in Houston, Texas, United States of America. |
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She’s had the opportunity to meet astronaut Nicole Stott during her visit to Dainfern College, while a trip to NASA’s Kennedy Space Centre cemented her love for Aeronautical Engineering.
A recent visit to the Southern African Large Telescope (SALT) in Sutherland further strengthened her drive. Bhoola found herself captivated by the engineering behind the telescope, from the precision of its mirrors to the movement of the dome and the careful temperature controls protecting the equipment.
More recently, while scrolling on the internet, Bhoola discovered the United Space School Program hosted by the Foundation for International Space Education (FISE) at NASA in Houston, Texas. The international initiative brings together high-performing pre-university students from around the world for an intensive, space-focused academic experience.
Participants are required to collaborate in international teams, engage with aerospace professionals, and work towards designing a simulated manned mission to Mars – a challenge that demands scientific insight, creative problem-solving, leadership, and teamwork.
Intrigued by the opportunity, Bhoola emailed FISE Houston, and from there she was directed to FISE South Africa.
Her mother, Vani Bhoola, tells us that the application process involved Jiya sharing about her academic achievements, passion for mathematics and science, leadership in robotics, discipline in music, international experience, and personal ambitions in space and technology.
Bhoola currently serves as Robotics Captain at Steyn City School and has represented both her school and South Africa internationally, including at the World Robotics Olympiad European Open Championship in Italy in 2024.
Her impressive application also highlighted her academic excellence, creativity, music, her placing in the top three of the SACEE writing competition, and her commitment to community service.
“She was ultimately selected as one of only two students representing South Africa and one of 50 students worldwide,” Vani says.
Receiving the confirmation was “an absolute dream come true”, as Jiya puts it.
“I was stunned when I received the acceptance email, and I read it several times because I could hardly believe I had been chosen. I was overwhelmed with emotion. My mum burst into tears, and my dad and brothers immediately hugged me. It is one thing to dream about an achievement like this, but when it actually happens, it feels unreal until the moment is upon you. Once the emails from Houston started arriving, I was awestruck. The assignments, together with regular contact from Houston, made me feel incredibly privileged, and as I began working through them, everything started to feel real,” Jiya says.
Leading up to the programme, she needed to balance her schoolwork, NASA assignments, music and band commitments, and her responsibilities to her school robotics team.
Bhoola is currently in Houston. She arrived on 19 July 2026 and will return on 5 August 2026. During the two-week programme, students are divided into five groups, with each group responsible for a different part of designing a simulated “Manned Mission to Mars”. The students will work alongside NASA engineers, scientists and aerospace professionals, gaining exposure to scientific thinking, problem-solving, teamwork, leadership and creativity.
For Bhoola, whose ambition is to work in Quantum Computing and Aerospace, and ultimately contribute to NASA’s exploration of these frontiers, this opportunity represents far more than an academic milestone. It is the realisation of a long-held dream and proof that curiosity, discipline, and courage can open doors far beyond the classroom.
“The opportunity to learn from NASA engineers, scientists, and fellow students from around the world is both inspiring and humbling. I look forward to gaining knowledge, building meaningful connections, and broadening my perspective in ways that will shape my future aspirations in science and technology. I am truly honoured, excited and humbled to represent my school, community and country. It is a moment I will never forget.”
Vani says her daughter’s work ethic and achievements brought immense pride to her family.
“She is hard-working, organised and deeply dedicated, and she pursues her goals with such passion and determination. Watching her achieve this has been incredibly moving for all of us. It feels as though she has been working towards this moment for much of her life without even knowing it.”
Jiya’s journey is an inspiring example for younger learners who may wonder whether ambitious dreams are within reach. Jiya’s story shows that the path to global opportunity begins with everyday choices: asking difficult questions, working hard when no one is watching, embracing both success and uncertainty, and believing that young South Africans have a place in the future of science, technology, engineering, mathematics, and space exploration.
– Source: www.goodthingsguy.com |
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| SOUTH AFRICA’S MATH WIZZES EARN FIVE HONOURS AT INTERNATIONAL OLYMPIAD |
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| South Africa picked up a silver medal, a bronze medal and three Honourable Mentions at the 67th International Mathematical Olympiad (IMO), held in Shanghai, China, in July 2026. |
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The competition brought together 666 contestants from 117 countries, vying to crack complex mathematical equations and come out on top.
The IMO is an individual event, though learners compete under their country’s flag. Each contestant works alone for four and a half hours on each of two days, tackling three problems per session without a calculator or any outside help, shares the South African Mathematics Foundation.
The problems are designed to test insight and original thinking, not the kind of methods you’d learn by rote in a classroom.
South Africa’s six-person team for 2026 was made up of Eli Williams (Grade 12, Westerford High School, Western Cape), who took the silver and Pocoyo Pun (Grade 11, Elkanah House, Western Cape), who earned bronze. Both learners were part of SA’s medal-winning team at the IMO last year.
Joining them were Vincent Wang (Grade 12, Deutsche Internationale Schule Pretoria), Noah Greenblatt (Grade 12, King David High School) and Xiaoyuan Li (Grade 11, St John’s College) – all from Gauteng – who picked up Honourable Mentions. Noah Rassou (Grade 12, South African College High School, Western Cape) also participated in the team.
Getting to this level takes years of running the numbers. Many maths wizzes start out in the Foundation Phase through the International Kangaroo Mathematics Competition, then progress through the South African Mathematics Challenge and the South African Mathematics Olympiad. Those who keep performing move into the SA Mathematics Olympiad Training Programme, where camps and rigorous coursework prepare a shortlist of candidates for the national team. It can take most of a school career to make the cut, and selection stays competitive right up to the final line-up.
– Source: www.goodthingsguy.com |
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| TEAM SA WINS 44 MEDALS AT WORLD’S BIGGEST DANCE COMPETITION |
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| Team SA cleaned up at the world’s largest all-genre dance competition in Dublin, Ireland, taking sixth place overall and bringing home an impressive tally of over 40 medals. |
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The Dance World Cup Finals have just wrapped up in Ireland, bringing together more than 60 countries and over 25 000 competitors for the biggest all-genre dance competition in the world.
The competition sees children and youth dancers compete across varying age groups and divisions, including ballet, contemporary, lyrical, jazz, tap, street/commercial, and national/folklore. |
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Dancers compete for medals and points for their country in solos, duets, trios, and large group performances, judged by a panel of internationally acclaimed dancers and registered adjudicators.
Eighteen incredible dancers made the cohort for Team SA this year. They performed 65 solos and 19 duo and trio performances at the competition, along with eight small group routines.
Over 10 intense days of competition, Team SA scooped an impressive 15 gold medals, 18 silver, 11 bronze, and ultimately placed sixth overall in the Dance World Cup finals.
“Words cannot express how incredibly proud I am of our 2026 SA Dance Team for the passion, determination, and excellence they displayed at the Dance World Cup World Finals in Ireland,” shared choreographer Tiaan Visser. “You have inspired so many and proven that South African talent belongs on the world stage. Congratulations to every dancer, coach, and supporter who made this remarkable achievement possible. We are so proud of you.”
– Source: www.goodthingsguy.com |
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| FROM JOBURG TO GLOBAL CHARTS: TYLA’S A*POP MAKES A POWERFUL DEBUT |
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| Tyla’s latest album, “A*POP”, is officially out, giving fans 14 new tracks that blend her signature style with exciting new influences while proudly carrying a South African heartbeat. |
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Released on 24 July 2026, A*POP (African Pop) marks the follow-up to her history-making debut album and arrives after months of anticipation. Featuring 14 tracks, including the already-loved singles Chanel, Is it Love, She did it again, featuring Zara Larsson, and IS IT, the album leans into Tyla’s signature sound while exploring fresh influences rooted in pop, R&B, Afrobeats and South African rhythms.
In an interview with Apple Music, Tyla spoke openly about how she has grown as an artist, and it’s that confidence that she has brought to her new album.
“When I came in, I feel like I was very green, and you know I had a very innocent idea of the world and the industry. I thought it’s all like rainbows and yay I get to sing, and it is that, but it’s also that you have to be strong-minded, you know, in order to stay yourself in all of this. So yeah, right now I’m the most confident I’ve ever been. I’m strong. I’m excited. I’m at peace.”
Within days of its release, A*POP has landed on Apple Music charts in several countries and is charting in South Africa, while early streaming numbers suggest fans have wasted no time diving into her new music that is showing off her diverse background.
“A*POP is literally me trying to extend the idea of what an African pop star looks like, what an African pop star sounds like. I really feel like now that I’m on my second album, I’m really excited to show how diverse I am and how I grew up around so many different influences, and I really want to show that and share that,” Tyla explained in the interview.
One of my favourite songs, a reimagining of Fairytale, is currently number one on the South African Apple Charts and number six on Spotify (South Africa). The remake is more than an interpolation; it is a celebration of South African musical heritage, paying homage to a song that helped shape the country’s contemporary sound while demonstrating how timeless music continues to transcend generations.
“When we wrote Fairytale, we never imagined it would still be finding new audiences all these years later,” says Ziyon of Liquideep.
“To hear an artist like Tyla, who is carrying South African music to every corner of the world, embrace the song is incredibly special. It reminds us that great music never really belongs to one moment in time. It evolves, it grows and it keeps connecting people.”
Critics have also been quick to celebrate the entire album. Reviews from The Guardian, which gave the album “top marks”, and Pitchfork, which called it “fun, sexy and cool”, have praised Tyla’s confidence, genre-blending approach and ability to create an album that feels both nostalgic and unmistakably modern.
Tyla hasn’t tried to recreate what worked before. Instead, she has built on it. The album embraces everything from early-2000s-inspired pop to house and Afro-pop influences that many South Africans will instantly recognise, creating a sound that feels both international and proudly homegrown. That balance has become Tyla’s superpower. She continues to carry South Africa onto some of the world’s biggest stages while bringing pieces of home along for the ride.
A*POP is available now on all major streaming platforms, and if its opening weekend is anything to go by, this is only the beginning of another remarkable chapter for one of South Africa’s brightest stars.
– Source: www.goodthingsguy.com |
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| TEAM SA WINS 16 MEDALS AT THE 2026 COMMONWEALTH GAMES |
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| Team SA started Wednesday, 29 July 2026, with 16 medals in the bank at the 2026 Commonwealth Games, thanks to the swimming team’s performances at the Tollcross International Swimming Centre in Glasgow. |
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The team continued its winning streak on Tuesday, adding another five medals and taking Team SA’s tally in the pool to 16.
According to the Team South Africa website, Danika Vyncke set a new record by winning silver in the Women’s 50 m Freestyle S13 final at Tollcross, clocking 28.41 to break the African record. It was her first medal of Glasgow 2026.
Defending champion Lara van Niekerk won gold in the Women’s 50 m Breaststroke with a time of 30.43 at the Tollcross International Swimming Centre.
The Team South Africa website said Pieter Coetze broke the Commonwealth Games record in the Men’s 100 m Backstroke semi-final with a time of 52.20 and qualified for the final as the fastest man in the field.
Aimee Canny won her second medal of the Games, claiming silver in the Women’s 200 m Individual Medley with a brilliant time of 2:09.37. |
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Chad le Clos secured silver in the mixed 4x100 m relay, earning his 20th medal and joining Australia’s Emma McKeon as the most decorated Games athlete ever.
Meanwhile, Team South Africa’s netballers defeated Northern Ireland 78-30.
– Source: SAnews.gov.za |
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| SOUTH AFRICAN SPRINT SENSATION BAYANDA WALAZA KEEPS RAISING THE BAR |
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| South African sprint sensation Bayanda Walaza has added another milestone to his rapidly growing career, dipping under the coveted 9.90-second mark for the first time. |
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The 20-year-old stormed to victory in the men’s 100m at an athletics meeting in Banská Bystrica, Slovakia, stopping the clock in a blistering 9.89 seconds. The performance not only earned him a new personal best but also saw him break the meeting record.
Walaza crossed the line comfortably ahead of Jamaica’s Ackeem Blake, who finished in 10.04 seconds, while Canadian Olympic star Andre De Grasse was third in 10.05.
The time also moves the Katlehong-born sprinter into elite company. Walaza is now the fourth-fastest South African in history over 100m, behind only Akani Simbine (9.82), Benjamin Richardson (9.86) and his training partner Gift Leotlela (9.87).
It’s another major step forward for one of South Africa’s brightest young athletics talents, who continues to build on the momentum from winning Olympic silver in the men’s 4x100 m relay at Paris 2024.
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The latest performance comes just weeks after Walaza equalled his previous personal best of 9.94 seconds to win at the Golden Spike Ostrava meeting, having recently returned to competition after a brief spell on the sidelines.
He’s already climbed into the South African record books, and there’s plenty of racing still ahead this season.
– Source: www.goodthingsguy.com |
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| NKOSI NDEBELE ANNOUNCES HIMSELF ON THE GLOBAL STAGE |
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| Nkosi Ndebele extended his unbeaten PFL run with an impressive debut international victory in Washington, D.C. His arrival on the global stage couldn’t have gone much better. |
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The South African mixed martial artist announced himself in style by defeating American Brandon Davis via unanimous decision, proving that his success in Africa was only the beginning.
Just months after being crowned the inaugural PFL Africa Bantamweight Champion, the Diepsloot-born fighter stepped into a much bigger spotlight and left with his unbeaten PFL record intact.
The build-up wasn’t without its challenges. Ndebele’s opponent changed just weeks before fight night, but it was nothing new for the South African, who remained focused on the task at hand.
The bout itself was a true test. While Ndebele found early success, Davis refused to back down, forcing the South African to adjust his game plan instead of chasing a quick finish.
“When you hit someone with all you've got, and they keep standing up, and you continue doing the same thing, and you expect different results, it’s not gonna work. It will end up burning you.”
The victory marks another significant milestone in what has become a remarkable rise for Ndebele, whose journey from South Africa’s local MMA scene to the global stage has inspired many aspiring fighters back home.
“PFL Global is where I belong, and I needed to prove that. Being able to represent African talent and prove that African MMA talent can make it on the global stage feels amazing. Brandon Davis was a formidable opponent, and it was a great fight.”
– Source: www.goodthingsguy.com |
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