South Africa and Brazil strengthened their trade relationship in response to escalating US tariffs, seeking to diversify their economic partnerships and reduce dependence on American markets during rising protectionist trade tensions.
South Africa and Brazil are pursuing expanded economic partnership opportunities, strengthening bilateral trade and investment ties within the context of growing emerging market collaboration and BRICS cooperation.
The President will answer questions in Parliament this week, according to the South African Government News Agency.
South Africa targets 50% intra-SADC trade as regional chair.
South Africa aims to boost intra-SADC trade to 50% by 2027.
Seychelles delegation highlights economic resilience and security at the SADC Council of Ministers in Durban.
South Africa has set an ambitious target to increase trade within the Southern African Development Community to 50 percent by 2027, aiming to strengthen regional economic integration and reduce dependence on external markets.
South Africa's International Relations Minister Ronald Lamola committed to increasing intra-SADC trade from 20% to 50% and ensuring critical-mineral beneficiation during the nation's 2026-2027 regional leadership, addressing the continent's untapped US$53 billion trade potential.
South Africa's Justice Minister Lamola outlined the nation's SADC chairship priorities, emphasizing peace and economic growth initiatives across the 16-member regional bloc during a critical period of geopolitical uncertainty.
South Africa's India envoy was asked for clarifications over a meeting with ex-President Zuma and Ajay Gupta.
South Africa's envoy to India was asked for clarifications regarding a meeting with ex-President Zuma and Ajay Gupta.
Zuma's India trip prompts a review of protocol support for former presidents.
South Africa recalls its High Commissioner to India after Zuma's visit to the Guptas.
The DA demands accountability from DIRCO regarding Zuma's India visit.
A South African minister calls for a unified continental approach to address migration issues.
Lamola briefed media on recent foreign policy developments.
South Africa and Brazil are pushing for increased influence from developing nations in global affairs as international tensions and economic pressures intensify, aiming to strengthen the Global South's collective representation.
The Trump administration threatened secondary sanctions against countries trading with Iran, potentially pressuring South Africa's diplomatic position and exposing businesses to US financial reach, though direct trade impact remains limited given minimal bilateral commerce valued under twenty-five million dollars annually.
South Africa and Zimbabwe strengthen their bilateral ties, according to the South African Government News Agency.
Tanzania called on the Southern African Development Community to enhance regional economic resilience by reinforcing value chains and expanding intra-African trade, addressing vulnerability in member economies.
South Africa recalls Sooklal, a necessary step for diplomatic accountability.
South Africa's Justice Minister Lamola prioritizes economic integration as the nation assumes SADC chairship, aiming to strengthen regional trade and development across Southern Africa's member states.
South Africa assumes the SADC Council of Ministers Chair, focusing on peace and regional integration.
South Africa takes over the SADC Council of Ministers Chairmanship.
The SADC region is still feeling harsh aftershocks of conflicts, according to Lamola.
South Africa's high commissioner to India, Anil Sooklal, claims his meeting with the Gupta family and Jacob Zuma was incidental.
Lamola urges African unity amid mineral race, migration, and economic challenges.
South Africa's High Commissioner to India is recalled for consultation after a meeting between Zuma and Gupta.
South Africa recalls its India envoy after attending an event with a Gupta brother and former President Jacob Zuma.
Diplomatic indiscipline is discussed in the viewpoint section of The Witness newspaper.
Lamola rejects Dlamini-Zuma's vote-buying allegations and threatens legal action.
South Africa's global image is losing its appeal due to various issues.
Minister Lamola recalls South Africa's High Commissioner to India, Sooklal, after a Zuma-Gupta meeting.
South Africa and Brazil are managing US tariff pressures effectively.
The Trump administration's threatened secondary sanctions against Iran could pressure South Africa diplomatically despite minimal direct trade impact, though geopolitical tensions already strain the economy through higher energy and fertilizer costs.
SADC leaders discuss trade, energy, and infrastructure development at their 46th Ordinary Summit.
Minister Ronald Lamola introduces President Cyril Ramaphosa at the SADC Public Lecture.
South Africa recalls Sooklal, a necessary step for diplomatic accountability.
South Africa backs an African Union summit in Angola to address Sudan's civil war, which has displaced 15 million people since April 2023 and caused an estimated 6.4 billion dollar economic loss, representing a critical humanitarian and development crisis.
Justice Minister Lamola proposes an economic-focused strategy to tackle irregular migration, suggesting financial solutions and opportunities rather than purely enforcement-based measures to address the broader socioeconomic drivers underlying migration patterns.
Ronald Lamola warns businesses to stop exploiting undocumented migrants and undermining labour laws.
Former Justice Minister claims resources were allocated to TRC cases during tenure.
Africa's economic potential is being unlocked through public-private partnerships.
South Africa's India envoy was asked for clarifications over a meeting with ex-President Zuma and Ajay Gupta.
South Africa seeks continent-wide talks on migration amid anti-immigrant tensions.
South Africa hosts the 46th SADC Summit in Durban on August 17, 2026, where regional leaders will address industrialisation, infrastructure, food security, and peace across 16 member states, with President Ramaphosa assuming the SADC Chairpersonship.
South Africa's High Commissioner to India was recalled after a meeting between Zuma and Gupta.
Lamola demands a retraction of vote-buying allegations made by Dlamini-Zuma.
South Africa plans new rules for ex-leaders' foreign trips following Zuma's India visit.