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Budget Vote Speech of the Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO), by Deputy Alvin Botes, in Parliament, Cape Town, South Africa, 3 July 2025 | SA News

Honourable House Chairperson,
Honourable Minister Lamola and Deputy Minister Moraka,
Chair of the Portfolio Committee on International Relations, Hon. Mahumapelo,
Honourable Members,
Director-General Zane Dangor and Members of the South African Foreign Service,

We present this budget vote at a defining moment in global history—what many analysts describe as a poly-crisis, characterised by Increased Unilateralism therefore requires of us to demonstrate and provide bold and principled global leadership, rooted in justice, inclusivity, solidarity, sovereignty and equality. We must continue to earn the mantle of being the champion of the Global South.

South Africa’s foreign policy is not a…

Heritage Day: Celebrated on September 24, this day promotes South African
culture and heritage, encouraging people to embrace their diverse backgrounds.

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