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Jul

07

2026

Cuban Embassy held meeting with the leadership of the ANCYL.

Pretoria, 7 July 2026. —The Cuban Ambassador received Collen Malatji, President of the African National Congress (ANC) Youth League, at the embassy; he was accompanied by members of the organization’s leadership. During the meeting, the deep and enduring friendship between the peoples of Cuba and South Africa was highlighted. The South African youth delegation reaffirmed its firm commitment to Cuba’s sovereignty and self-determination.

Jul

03

2026

19 South Africans graduate in medicine, bringing the total to 3,243 under the Fidel-Mandela program.

East London, 3 July 2026. —In an emotional ceremony, 19 South African students graduated in this city after completing their studies at Cuban medical universities under the auspices of the Fidel-Mandela Scholarship Program, which is celebrating its 30th anniversary and has so far trained 3,243 South Africans as doctors.

Jun

30

2026

Meeting with South African Minister Blade Nzimande.

Pretoria, June 30, 2026. —Ambassador Fakri Rodríguez Pinelo received South African Minister of Science, Technology, and Innovation, Blade Nzimande, at the Cuban Embassy. Both parties reaffirmed their interest in promoting and increasing cooperation in this area.

Jun

29

2026

Cuban present at Tshwane District Congress of the SACP

Pretoria, June 29, 2026. —Embassy officials participated in the 5th congress of the Tshwane District of the South African Communist Party (SACP). The Cuban delegation delivered a message to the South African communists, while reaffirming its intention to continue strengthening party ties. The South African Communists reiterated their stance against domination and hegemony. They also emphasized their unwavering solidarity with Cuba.

Jun

24

2026

Fruitful Meeting with South African DIRCO representative.

Pretoria, June 24, 2026. —Ambassador Fakri Rodríguez Pinelo was received by Ambassador Xolisa Mabhongo, Deputy Director-General in charge of Global Governance and the Continental Agenda at the Department of International Relations and Cooperation of South Africa (DIRCO). The meeting was of vital importance for reviewing bilateral and multilateral issues between Cuba and South Africa. The Cuban Ambassador expressed his gratitude for the African country’s historic stance in the fight against the economic, commercial, and financial blockade imposed on our country.

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