#BlackHistoryMonth
is celebrated every October in the UK.
Here at 🇬🇧 in 🇿🇦 we will be celebrating the contributions of South Africans, and Brits with South African heritage, to British culture and society.
#UKwithSA
#BlackHistoryMonth
As we celebrate
#WorldFoodDay
, the 🇬🇧 reaffirms its commitment to working with partners to mobilise investments in sustainable agriculture.
Together, we're securing better livelihoods, boosting resilience, and creating a food-secure world. 🌾🍎
#UKwithSA
#GoFarGoTogether
South African opera singer Innocent Masuku is a 33-year-old tenor who recently wowed
@BGT
audiences with his performance of the 1986 Lucio Dalla song Caruso.
Innocent travels between the UK and SA to mentor young aspiring opera singers in 🇿🇦.
#BlackHistoryMonth
#UKwithSA
My Testimony: How I went from a YouTuber with an Engineering background in 🇿🇦 to doing my Masters in Filmmaking in 🇬🇧 with a full scholarship 🙌🏾
Part 1/3
Congratulations to this year’s
@CheveningFCDO
cohort from 🇿🇦!
We are proud to celebrate those who have been selected for the prestigious Chevening scholarship in the 🇬🇧, and to join our global Chevening family. We wish them all the best for this exciting chapter in their journey!
It is vital that cities are equipped to accommodate rapid urbanisation. Well done to
@cityofcpt
for becoming the first city in Africa to launch a comprehensive data strategy!
Cape Town is the first African city to launch a comprehensive data strategy, setting a new standard for data-driven governance in a rapidly urbanising city. Why is a data strategy so vital for a growing city?
🔗 Read our full recap:
As one of
@GBVF_Fund
biggest funders, we recognize the resilience and strength of young girls worldwide. We continue to work alongside the Fund to ensure women and girls are safe and respected.
#UKwithSA
#InternationalDayOfTheGirl2024
Today, on International Day of the Girl Child, we recognize the resilience and strength of young girls worldwide, particularly queer girls who face intersecting forms of violence and discrimination.
#PreventGBVF
#RESPECT
We honour the achievements of girls, encourage their potential, and commit to ensuring they have equal access to the opportunities that will help them thrive 💪.
Happy
#InternationalDayOfTheGirl2024
!
#UKwithSA
I’m pleased to have met with UK Minister of State for Development
@AnnelieseDodds
. We have advanced areas of collaboration and exchange between South Africa and the UK, particularly in just energy transition, and in governance and financing for development
#SDGs
#NDP2030
Congratulations to Leslie Maasdorp on his selection as CEO of
@BritishIntInv
. We look forward to continuing to build partnerships in 🇿🇦, creating inclusive economic growth & a more resilient economy. Together, we can deliver a brighter future for all.
#UKwithSA
We’re delighted to announce that Leslie Maasdorp has been selected as the new CEO of British International Investment. He will join us later in the autumn.
South African actor Dr John Kani is a global icon. He has dedicated his life to shaping a more inclusive world. He was recently recognised by King Charles III for his services to drama and theatre.
#BlackHistoryMonth
#UKwithSA
There's something powerful about hearing words of encouragement from those who have walked this path before.
Our Earthshot alumni sent messages to new Finalists and we captured their reactions - check out their reactions here:
📈🇿🇦 The SA-UK Business Showcase was impactful, featuring an address by British High Commissioner H.E. Antony Phillipson who emphasised the British High Commission Pretoria's commitment to supporting (SMMEs) in their growth, which is crucial for enhancing the SA economy.
We are working hard to secure a Human Rights Council
@UN_HRC
resolution on Sudan which will promote accountability for the horrific abuses that are feeding the humanitarian crisis.
There are just five weeks to go until we're in Cape Town for the fourth annual
@EarthshotPrize
!
Here are five of our favourite moments from years gone by 👇
Deputy President
@PMashatile
meeting with the Deputy Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, Ms Angela Rayner, as part of his
#WorkingVisit
aimed at improving trade and investment relations between South Africa and the United Kingdom.
#InvestSouthAfrica
#SAinUK
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