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Full Media Briefing by President Ramaphosa and President Ruto in Pretoria
Jun 400:57:15Tap to summarizeFull Media Briefing by President Ramaphosa and President Ruto in Pretoria by Ubuntu Radio
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President William Ruto's Opening Remarks during the meeting with President Cyril Ramaphosa
Jun 400:21:18Tap to summarizeTrade, investment and regional conflicts are high on the formal agenda for Kenyan President William Ruto’s visit to South Africa meeting his counterpart, President Cyril Ramaphosa.
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President Cyril Ramaphosa Opening Remarks during Kenyan President State Visit
Jun 400:13:03Tap to summarizePresident Cyril Ramaphosa has said South Africa’s decision to grant Kenyan citizens visa-free access to the country was one of the best decisions he has made. Ramaphosa is hosting his Kenyan counterpart William Ruto for a state visit at the union buildings Thursday morning. In 2022, Pretoria granted holders of ordinary Kenyan passports visa-free entry for up to 90 days per calendar year. President Ruto is on a state visit to South Africa.
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Nosipho Hani Reflects on Youth Month and Africa Youth Activism
Jun 300:19:37Tap to summarizeNosipho Hani is Founder of the Hani Youth Development and President of Graca Machel Trust Youth Advisory Group. She speak to us about African Immigration, Development and Peace as well as Youth Month in South Africa.
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Jean-Nicolas Paquet-Rouleau - ICRC on The State of Humanitarian Action in Southern Africa
Jun 301:05:07Tap to summarizeUbuntu Radio hosted Mr Jean-Nicolas Paquet-Rouleau, who is based in Pretoria. In his current role, Mr. Paquet-Rouleau oversees the ICRC’s humanitarian diplomacy, notably in Angola, Botswana, Eswatini, Lesotho, Malawi, Namibia, South Africa, Zambia and Zimbabwe. The ICRC is one of the world's most respected humanitarian organisations, working to protect and assist people affected by armed conflict and violence, while promoting respect for international humanitarian law. As conflicts, displacement, climate-related emergencies and humanitarian challenges continue to shape the global landscape, Mr Paquet-Rouleau joins Thelma Hlongwane to discuss the state of humanitarian action in Southern Africa and beyond.
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Minister Ronald Lamola's Reply - DIRCO Budget Vote 2026.mp3
May 2600:05:17Tap to summarizeMinister Ronald Lamola's Reply - DIRCO Budget Vote 2026.mp3 by Ubuntu Radio
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Deputy Minister Alvin Botes - DIRCO Budget Vote 2026.mp3
May 2600:06:35Tap to summarizeIn his address during the International Relations and Cooperation Budget Vote, Deputy Minister Botes reaffirmed South Africa’s commitment to international relations, multilateralism, and solidarity with oppressed peoples around the world. He further reiterated South Africa’s commitment to transforming the multilateral system, advancing the African agenda, investing in young people, and maintaining a practical policy of non-alignment.
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Deputy Minister Thandi Moraka - DIRCO Budget Vote 2026.mp3
May 2600:05:47Tap to summarizeDeputy Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Ms Thandi Moraka, delivered her Budget Vote speech in the Good Hope Chamber at Parliament in Cape Town. In her speech, DM Moraka highlighted the following: 1. South Africa reaffirms its commitment to African unity, peace, economic growth, and stronger global partnerships. 2. DIRCO outlines South Africa’s vision for a peaceful, prosperous Africa and deeper cooperation with the Global South. 3. South Africa strengthens diplomatic and economic ties across Africa, Asia, and the Middle East while championing peace and development. 4. From African unity to global diplomacy, South Africa continues advancing peace, trade, investment, and international cooperation. 5. South Africa remains committed to peace, multilateralism, economic diplomacy, and support for Palestine and African development.
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Minister Ronald Lamola Budget Vote Speech.mp3
May 2600:14:42Tap to summarizeThe Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Mr Ronald Lamola, presented the Budget Vote Speech of the Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO) to Parliament on Tuesday, 26 May 2026. The Minister used the occasion to outline South Africa’s foreign policy priorities for the 2026/2027 financial year. Through this Budget Vote, the minister accounted for how DIRCO has carried out its mandate, advanced South Africa’s national interest and values, and contributed to the building of a better Africa and a better world. Minister Lamola also took stock of the department’s achievements and setbacks; while setting out the work the department intends to carry forward in the year ahead.
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Lwazi Somya - DIRCO-SAIIA Symposium Panelist.mp3
May 2500:04:34Tap to summarizeUbuntu Radio interview with Mr Lwazi Somya, a panelist at DIRCO-SAIIA Pre-Budget Vote Symposium DIRCO-SAIIA held at Kelvin Grove, Newlands, Cape Town.
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