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International Relations and Cooperation on release of two South African nationals from detention in Equatorial Guinea following Presidential Pardon
The Government of the Republic of South Africa welcomes the release of Mr Peter Shane Huxham and Mr Frederic Potgieter from detention in the Republic of Equatorial Guinea. This release follows the granting of clemency by the President of...

Secretary of State for Cooperatives takes part in the 13th Edition of the “Government Page” Program
Mon. 23 of June of 2025, 11:31h The 13th edition of the “Página do Governo” program was recorded on the morning of June 23rd, 2025, with the participation of the Secretary of State for Cooperatives, Arsénio Pereira da Silva, in the studio at the...

State Government commits to continue funding for non-government schools
Release date: 23/06/25 The Malinauskas Labor Government has locked in its funding for non-government schools through to 2034, following the finalisation of the Better and Fairer Schools Agreement with the Federal Government. The State Government...

Multi-Million Dollar Power Plays in Government Contracting Happening June 26 via Zoom
Discover How Minority Contractors Are Securing 6–8 Figure Government Contracts on June 26 at 1 p.m. via an Exclusive Zoom Session. NEW ORLEANS, LA, UNITED STATES, June 22, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- As federal diversity incentives face...

Government of Pakistan Recommends President Donald J. Trump for 2026 Nobel Peace Prize
ISLAMABAD, June 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Government of Pakistan has decided to formally recommend President Donald J. Trump for the 2026 Nobel Peace Prize, in recognition of his decisive diplomatic intervention and pivotal leadership...

Deputy President Paul Mashatile concludes working visit to Russia
Deputy President Paul Mashatile has returned to South Africa, after concluding a successful Working Visit to the Russian Federation, spanning the two cities of Moscow and St. Petersburg, where he engaged in a number of activities aimed at...

South Africa urges dialogue to end Israel-Iran conflict
President Cyril Ramaphosa and the South African government have noted with a great deal of anxiety the entry by the United States of America into the Israel-Iran war. It was South Africa’s sincerest hope that President Donald Trump would use his...

Grad 2025: Studying international relations from China’s perspective
Name: Yuka Yoshizumi Nationality: Japanese Programme: MA International Relations School: School of Humanities and Social Sciences Q: Why did you choose XJTLU, and how has it shaped your personal or academic goals? A: I chose XJTLU because I wanted...

International Relations and Cooperation hosts high-level dialogue focussing on the challenges of advancing democratic governance in the Global South, 19 to 20 Jun
The Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO) will host a high-level dialogue focussing on the challenges of advancing democratic governance in the Global South. Held in partnership with the International Institute for...

Government Supports Expansion Of Hope's Home for Children with Complex Medical Needs
CANADA, June 20 - Released on June 20, 2025 The Government of Saskatchewan, in partnership with Hope's Home, is expanding services for children and youth in care with complex medical needs through the opening of a new group home in Saskatoon....

OCUFA Challenges Ontario Government's Narrative on Postsecondary Funding Crisis, Welcomes Review with Call for Meaningful Faculty Consultation
TORONTO, ON, June 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Ontario Confederation of University Faculty Associations (OCUFA) today responded to the announcement by Minister of Colleges, Universities, Research Excellence and Security (MCURES) Nolan Quinn of...

Government Congratulates Prime Minister Kay Rala Xanana Gusmão on his 79th Birthday and Honours His Leadership in Serving the Country
Spokesperson of the Government of Timor-Leste Ninth Constitutional Government ............................................................................................................................. June 20th, 2025 Press Release Government...

International Relations and Cooperation invites media to cover repatriation of Edgar Chagwa Lungu, former President of Zambia, 18 Jun
Members of the media are respectfully invited to cover the repatriation and solemn send-off ceremony of His Excellency Edgar Chagwa Lungu, former President of the Republic of Zambia. His Excellency sadly passed away on Thursday, 05 June 2025, in...

Government participates in the XVI Meeting of CPLP Ministers on Labour and Social Inclusion

Tourism on opening of Kgodumodumo Dinosaur Interpretation Centre
Today, South Africa officially opened the doors to its world-class cultural and scientific attraction, the Kgodumodumo Dinosaur Interpretation Centre in the Golden Gate Highlands Park in the Free State Province. The Kgodumodumo Dinosaur...

Minister John Steenhuisen visits Karan Beef Feedlot as part of visits to foot-and-mouth disease vaccination sites, 23 Jun
The Minister of Agriculture Mr John Steenhuisen will visit the Karan Beef Feedlot as part of his visits to foot-and-mouth disease vaccination sites in Gauteng. The minister will be accompanied by Gauteng MEC for Agriculture and Rural Development,...

International Relations and Cooperation urges citizens in Iran to contact Embassy in Tehran
South Africa wishes to urge all its citizens currently in the Islamic Republic of Iran to contact the Embassy in Tehran to ensure that they are registered with and that their whereabouts are known to the Embassy. It is important to note that South...

International Relations and Cooperation condemns Israeli attacks on Iran
South Africa expresses profound concern regarding the attacks conducted by Israel on targets within Iran on 13 June 2025, including reported impacts on military areas, nuclear facilities, and civilian infrastructure. Reports of civilian...

International Relations and Cooperation urges de-escalation between Iran and Israel
South Africa expresses deep concern regarding the escalation of hostilities between the State of Israel and Islamic Republic of Iran. We extend our deepest condolences to the peoples of both nations suffering from the tragic loss of life. South...

NANO Nuclear and the Namibian Government Sign Memorandum of Understanding to Develop Namibian Domestic Nuclear Fuel Supply Chain Infrastructure
New York, N.Y., June 20, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- NANO Nuclear Energy Inc. (NASDAQ: NNE) (“NANO Nuclear” or “the Company”), a leading advanced nuclear energy and technology company focused on developing clean energy solutions, today announced the...