Minister Lamola briefs media ahead of DIRCO Budget Vote Speech

Source: Republic of South Africa (video statements)

03 July 2025

Minister Lamola to deliver DIRCO Budget Vote Speech, which is to be preceded by a media briefing

The Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Mr Ronald Lamola, will deliver the Budget Vote Speech of the Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO) on Thursday, 03 July 2025, in Parliament, Cape Town.

Minister Lamola will use the occasion to outline South Africa’s foreign policy priorities for the financial year 2025-2026, focussing on programmes and activities aligned to the attainment of the priorities of the Seventh Administration.

Deputy Ministers Mr Alvin Botes and Ms Thandi Moraka will also deliver remarks during the debate on the Budget Vote Speech, focusing on South Africa’s relations with Europe and the Americas as well as Asia and Middle East regions, respectively.

Ahead of the Budget Vote Speech, Minister Lamola is scheduled to hold a media briefing.

The media briefing will take place as follows:

Date: Thursday, 03 July 2025
Time: 15:00
Venue: Imbizo Media Centre, Parliament, Cape Town

The DIRCO Budget Vote Speech is scheduled for 16h30, Good Hope Chamber.

Media RSVP: Mpho Rakgakole, rakgakolem@dirco.gov.za

ISSUED BY THE DEPARTMENT OF INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS AND COOPERATION

OR Tambo Building
460 Soutpansberg Road
Rietondale
Pretoria
0084

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v5Xn4odiU2E

DM Mhlauli visits the community of Saldanha Bay to support ongoing disaster relief efforts.

Source: Republic of South Africa (video statements)

Deputy Minister in the Presidency Nonceba Mhlauli visits the community of Saldanha Bay to support ongoing disaster relief efforts. In partnership with Gift of the Givers, the Deputy Minister assists in distributing essentials and warm blankets to affected residents.
The visit underscores government’s commitment to standing with communities during times of crisis and ensuring coordinated support reaches those in need.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XgRi36FmyuA