Gorée is a small island off the coast of Senegal, opposite Dakar. It was a major slave-trading centre from the 15th to the 19th century.

Minister Lamola is today co-chairing the inaugural Session of the Ministerial Joint Commission for Bilateral Cooperation alongside his Senegalese counterpart, Minister of Foreign Affairs and Senegalese Abroad, Ms Yassine Fall. This historic session establishes a structured framework for enhanced collaboration on mutual priorities, including political dialogue, economic cooperation, regional integration, and multilateral coordination.

The Ministerial Joint Commission represents a milestone in formalising high-level dialogue between South Africa and Senega

Minister Lamola will co-chair the inaugural Session of the Ministerial Joint Commission for Bilateral Cooperation alongside his Senegalese counterpart, Minister of Foreign Affairs and Senegalese Abroad, Ms Yassine Fall. This historic session establishes a structured framework for enhanced collaboration on mutual priorities, including political dialogue, economic cooperation, regional integration, and multilateral coordination.

Elevating Diplomatic Engagement

The Ministerial Joint Commission represents a milestone in formalising high-level dialogue between South Africa and Senegal. Minister Lamola highlighted the significance of the commission, stating:

“This platform reflects our shared vision to consolidate bilateral relations and amplify Africa’s voice on the global stage. Through deepened diplomatic and economic collaboration, we aim to unlock new opportunities for our nations and the continent.”

Joint Media Briefing by the Ministers of International Relations and Cooperation and Trade Industry and Competition on South Africa strategic approach to US’s tariff regime.

International Relations and Cooperation Minister Ronald Lamola on South Africa strategic approach to US’s tariff regime during a Joint Media Briefing by the Ministers of International Relations and Cooperation and Trade, Indsustry and Competition in Midrand, 04 April 2025.

The 78th World Health Assembly (WHA), the decision-making body of the World Health Organization (WHO), will convene in Geneva, Switzerland, from May 19 to 27, 2025. It is attended by delegations from all WHO Member States and focuses on a specific health agenda prepared by the Executive Board.

Siphiwe Khumalo, a young Pharmacist and the secretary of the International Student Federation (IPSF) is one of the delegates who will participate at the 78th World Health Assembly. She is currently trying to raise funds for her trip to Geneva, Switzerland and need assistance from willing donors to cover her flights, accommodation and personal upkeep costs.

Anyone willing to assist can contact her on 068 556 7164 or make a payment to:

Bank: FNB/RMB

Account Holder: Siphiwe Khumalo

Account Type: FNB Premier Current Account

Account Number: 63136939890

Branch Code: 250655

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