
President Cyril Ramaphosa and the Government of the Republic of South Africa expresses deep concern regarding the escalation of tensions in the Middle East.
These developments pose a serious threat to regional and international peace and security, with far-reaching humanitarian, diplomatic and economic consequences.
President Ramaphosa calls on all parties to exercise maximum restraint and to act in a manner consistent with international law, international humanitarian law, and the principles of the United Nations Charter.
Article 51 of the UN Charter provides for self-defence only when a state has been subjected to an armed invasion. Anticipatory self-defence is not permitted…
National Arts Festival: Held annually in Grahamstown, this festival celebrates the
arts through performances, exhibitions, and workshops.

Ginger Chaos
Fun South African Fact: The meandering 850km road through Cape Winelands is the world’s longest wine route.
Snout Pixie
Fun South African Fact: South Africa is home to the oldest meteor scar in the world – the Vredefort Dome in a town called Parys. The site is a UNESCO World Heritage Site.