Welcome Message
October 2019
Welcome to the South African Embassy website and find below the highlights of the month.
Transport Month
During this month South African Government and specifically the Department of Transport and its entities will showcase transport infrastructure services in aviation; maritime; public transport and roads. This month will also be used to further advance the country’s road safety initiatives, while also creating awareness of the economic benefits of the sector.
South African investments in the transport sector are aimed at stimulating development and creating jobs as part of the country’s Nine-Point Plan. These investments will ensure that South Africa build an integrated public transport network across the country.
South African investments in rail, roads and public transport is changing the way people access their places of work, study and entertainment. These investments will also help to grow our economy, and address the challenges of unemployment, poverty and inequality. Read More..
DAVID MABUZA
Deputy President
of the Republic of South Africa
Deputy President
of the Republic of South Africa
CYRIL RAMAPHOSA
President
of the Republic of South Africa
President
of the Republic of South Africa
NALEDI PANDOR
Minister
of the Republic of South Africa
Minister
of the Republic of South Africa
Turkish nationals are exempted for Visa for a period of 30 days for touristic, official and business visit. They must hold a return ticket and letter of invitation if applicable.ECONOMIC DIPLOMACY ACTIVITIES
During the month of September, the Embassy focused its efforts towards economic diplomacy activities. The Department
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Courtesy Visit of Sri Lankan Ambassador
Courtesy visit of the Ambassador of Sri Lanka, H.E. Mohammed Rizvi Hassan to Ambassador of South Africa, H. E. Pule
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Turkish Victory Day
South African Embassy wishes the Republic of Turkey a happy and proud Victory Day. It is celebrated annually
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Passing of Former Indian Minister of
Ambassador Malefane signing the condolence book on the passing of Former Minister of External Affairs Mrs.Sushma Swaraj
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Key Highlights
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South Africa celebrates October as Transport Month and during this month South Africa aims to demonstrate some of the steps taken to respond to some transport challenges and progressively move towards mobility as a service. Read More
Quote of the Month
"Sport can create hope, where once there was only despair. It is more powerful than governments in breaking down racial barriers. It laughs in the face of all types of discrimination."
~ Nelson Mandela
Joke of the Month
Man and the Cat
A man hated his wife's cat and he decided to get rid of it. He drove 20 blocks away from home and dropped the cat there. The cat was already walking up the driveway when he approached his home.
Contact Us
SOUTH AFRICAN EMBASSY
Filistin Sokak No: 27 GOP 06700 Ankara Turkey
Telephone: +90 (312) 405 68 61
Visa Section: + 90 ( 312) 405 68 71
Fax: +90 (312) 446 64 34
E-Mail: general.ankara@dirco.gov.za