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Eswatini says US deportees went home, not to South Africa
The three men deported from the United States have left Eswatini and returned to their home countries of Yemen, Belize and Laos, according to the kingdom’s government, which is pushing back against reports that the group had been quietly moved across the border into South Africa. The men arrived from the US under the bilateral arrangement between Mbabane and Washington DC. The clarification came after claims circulated that the deportees had been secretly released to South Africa.
Middle East war: Over 100 South Africans stuck in Kuwait begin journey back home
Over 100 South Africans stuck in Kuwait have finally begun their journey home amid rising tensions in the Middle East. Image: Clayson Monyela/X South Africans in Kuwait begin evacuation with help from embassies in Saudi Arabia South Africans stranded in Kuwait have begun their journey home as authorities move to assist citizens following heightened tensions in the Middle East that sparked concern among nationals living and working abroad.
Clayson Monyela | It is SA’s right to pursue an independent foreign policy
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CLAYSON MONYELA: Brics opening opportunities for Africa’s youth
Support our award-winning journalism. The Premium package (digital only) is R30 for the first month and thereafter you pay R129 p/m now ad-free for all subscribers. The flags of China, SA, India, Brazil and Russia. Picture: BLOOMBERG Africa’s large and burgeoning youth population is considered one of this continent’s greatest assets, with a central role to play in shaping development.
What the African peace mission hopes to achieve
What the African peace mission hopes to achieve Our continent is directly affected by the Ukraine war — and its leaders have plenty of experience in trying to send such conflicts 25 June 2023 - 00:00 By Clayson Monyela On June 16 and 17, seven African countries embarked on an initiative to engage with the Ukrainian and Russian leadership in Kyiv and St Petersburg to impress upon them the urgency of ending the war. ..
It's ludicrous to say Russia and China are turning South Africa into a puppet state
South Africa’s foreign policy record over the past two and a half decades has been exemplary if one has a holistic understanding of what the country has achieved on the world stage since the advent of democracy. Nicholas Wood-Smith of the Free Market Foundation, who recently accused South Africa of having a failed foreign policy, does not seem to have a sound understanding of either our foreign policy, or current global politics.
OPINIONISTA: Why is the Brenthurst Foundation obsessed with Ukraine — what about Palestine, Yemen, Libya, Western Sahara?
When the South African government released the National Interest Framework document recently, the reaction of the Brenthurst Foundation could only be described as an emotional venting exercise that did not even begin to address the issues in the document. I was very tempted to respond but I held back.
Diplomatically setting the international affairs record straight
Diplomatically setting the international affairs record straight 11 September 2022 - 00:00 By Clayson Monyela In response to Peter Bruce’s column (https://www.timeslive.co.za/sunday-times/opinion-and-analysis/opinion/2022-09-04-diplomatic-encounters-of-the-difficult-kind/), “Diplomatic encounters of the difficult kind” (September 4), a number of inaccurate statements about SA’s foreign policy and foreign relations need to be corrected...
Rather than us-and-them, SA has chosen the path to peace
Rather than us-and-them, SA has chosen the path to peace 03 April 2022 - 00:00 By Clayson Monyela SA is deeply concerned about the human suffering and destruction in the conflict in Ukraine. It needs to come to an end and the humanitarian situation must be urgently addressed...
OPINIONISTA: Ukraine needs an inclusive and lasting roadmap to peace
Clayson Monyela is the Head of Public Diplomacy at the Department of International Relations and Cooperation in South Africa. The world sits at possibly the most dangerous juncture since the end of World War II. As conflict rages in Ukraine, the ramifications are being felt worldwide, and given that nuclear powers are involved, the conflict could escalate into one that poses a danger to the entire globe.
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OPINIONISTA: Decision to grant Israel observer status at the African Union sets a dangerous legal precedent
Clayson Monyela is the Deputy Director-General: Public Diplomacy, Department of International Relations and Co-operation. On 22 July 2021, the chairperson of the African Union Commission, Moussa Faki Mahamat, decided to unilaterally accredit Israel to the African Union, which has created an unprecedented strong response and objection from AU member states at all political levels. So far, the AU has accredited more than 170 non-African states and organisations.
Africa: South Africa's Agenda As Chair of the AU Is to Create the Africa the Continent Wants
As African Union chair, South Africa is determined to take the project of continental unity, integration and development further, guided by our foreign policy priorities and the continent's aspirations as espoused in Agenda 2063. South Africa is the new chair of the African Union (AU). Our country has also taken over the chairmanship of the African Peer Review Mechanism (APRM), and the Committee of African Heads of State and Government on Climate Change.
OPINIONISTA: South Africa’s agenda as chair of the AU is to create the Africa the continent wants
As African Union chair, South Africa is determined to take the project of continental unity, integration and development further, guided by our foreign policy priorities and the continent’s aspirations as espoused in Agenda 2063. South Africa is the new chair of the African Union (AU). Our country has also taken over the chairmanship of the African Peer Review Mechanism (APRM), and the Committee of African Heads of State and Government on Climate Change.
South Africa: SA Champions Closer UN-AU Co-Operation in Resolving Conflicts
South Africa is this month (October 2019) serving as President of the United Nations Security Council in a rotating capacity following the presidency in September of the Russian Federation. The theme of South Africa's tenure in the Security Council, including for its presidency this month, is: 'Continuing the Legacy: Working for a Just and Peaceful World'.
OP-ED: SA champions closer UN-AU co-operation in resolving conflicts
President Cyril Ramaphosa at the unveiling of the Presidential Postal Stamp in Parliament, 9 October 2018. Photo: Leila Dougan South Africa is this month (October 2019) serving as President of the United Nations Security Council in a rotating capacity following the presidency in September of the Russian Federation. The theme of South Africa’s tenure in the Security Council, including for its presidency this month, is: ‘Continuing the Legacy: Working for a Just and Peaceful World’.
South Africa: Finding Solutions to Challenges Such As International Migration Through Dialogue and Diplomacy
Our country's fortunes and future are intrinsically linked to that of the continent. It is important that we continue to work closely with the diplomatic community as bridge-builders.
OP-ED: Finding solutions to challenges such as international migration through dialogue and diplomacy
Arek Socha on Pixabay Our country’s fortunes and future are intrinsically linked to that of the continent. It is important that we continue to work closely with the diplomatic community as bridge-builders.
SA committed to injecting African concerns onto the agenda of the UN Security Council
Opinion SA committed to injecting African concerns onto the agenda of the UN Security Council 21 July 2019 - 00:02 By Clayson Monyela SA's term on the UN Security Council is guided by our national experience of peacefully dismantling apartheid and achieving a negotiated settlement...
Op-Ed: South Africa is reasserting its role and place among the community of nations
Cyril Ramaphosa speaks after taking the oath of office at his inauguation as South African President at Loftus Versfeld stadium in Pretoria, South Africa, 25 May 2019. South African lawmakers elected Cyril Ramaphosa as president following the ruling African National Congress (ANC) party's win earlier this month in the country's general elections.
SA poised to normalise ties with Rwanda — in the inte...
President Cyril Ramaphosa meets African Union Chair and Rwandan President Paul Kagame on the eve of the G20 Summit in Buenos Aires, Argentina. The two Presidents discussed issues on the G20 agenda that are relevant to Africa’s development as well as challenges in the global economy and in multilateral governance that will impact on developing and low income countries. 29/11/2018.
Tanzanian incident: SA remains committed to promoting human rights
CPJ's Angela Quintal. When Minister Lindiwe Sisulu put on public record the explanation provided by Tanzanian authorities of the reasons for their detention of Angela Quintal and Muthoki Mumo, this was unfortunately misconstrued as condonation of the actions of the Tanzanian authorities and the treatment meted out to the two journalists. Clayson Monyela is head of Public Diplomacy, Department of International Relations and Co-operation.
From Security Council to ocean expeditions, SA rises to the challenge
Opinion From Security Council to ocean expeditions, SA rises to the challenge Pursuit of peace and stability as well as shared growth and prosperity are the priorities of the nation's diplomatic efforts 25 November 2018 - 00:00 By CLAYSON MONYELA Pursuit of peace and stability as well as shared growth and prosperity are the priorities of the nation's diplomatic efforts
Right of Reply: South Africa IS doing its bit to ensure the stability of our region
The assertion that South Africa is neglecting its responsibilities in the region and continent is without basis, argues CLAYSON MONYELA. In the article, “SA should first sort out its own backyard, 20 July 2017”, Peter Fabricius writes that South Africa appears “ready to pursue peace across the globe – but not in its own backyard”. According to Fabricius, this is as a result of the country being “distracted by its own bitter internal leadership struggle”.
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