Speech by the Deputy Minister of Transport of the Republic of South Africa, on the occasion of the signing of the memorandum of understanding between the South African Maritime Safety Authority (Samsa) and the Swedish Transport Agency (Sta), in London, United Kingdom
Honourable Guests, Distinguished Colleagues, Ladies and Gentlemen
It is both an honour and a privilege to stand before you today to witness the signing of this important Memorandum of Understanding between the South African Maritime Safety Authority (SAMSA) and the Swedish Transport Agency (STA).
This MoU marks a significant milestone in the growing cooperation between our two institutions and, by extension, our two nations….
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Riff Raff
Van der Merwe is approached by SANRAL one day who want to build a new highway through his donkey farm. Van is really concerned with how his donkeys can get from one side of the farm to the other without having to cross the highway and risk being injured or killed. He is promised that they will build bridges the highway so that his donkeys can cross under the highway. Van agrees and gives them the go-ahead.
The highway is built and a year later the same rep goes to the farm to go see how Van and his donkeys are. He eventually finds Van under one of these bridges chipping away at the roof of the tunnel with a hammer and chisel.
\”Mnr Van de Merwe, what are you doing damaging the highway bridge?\”
Natural Mess
Fun South African Fact: In the Cape Wineland region, you’ll discover the stunning towns of Franschhoek, Stellenbosch and Paarl. This region is home to many award-winning wine estates that produce unbelievable varieties and vintages year in and year out. South Africa’s wine country is home to more than 500 registered wineries. While exploring these vineyards and estates, be sure to sample some Pinotage, South Africa’s signature variety!