Cuba participates in change of command of the National Defense Forces of South Africa
Pretoria, June 7, 2021.- Cuba participated as a Special Guest Country in the ceremony and military parade on the occasion of the change of command of the South African National Defense Forces, events that were chaired by the President of the Republic and Commander-in-Chief of the South African Armed Forces, Cyril Ramaphosa.
Ambassador Rodolfo Benítez Verson exchanged on the day with the outgoing Chief, General Solly Shoke, who went into retirement after an outstanding job, for more than 10 years, at the head of the country's armed forces.
Cuba and South Africa hold virtual exchange in greeting to the 27th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations
Pretoria, June 3rd, 2021.- The Minister of Foreign Affairs of Cuba, Bruno Rodríguez Parrilla, and the Minister of International Relations and Cooperation of the Republic of South Africa, Her Excellency Dr. Naledi Pandor, held a virtual exchange on Thursday at the framework of the excellent relations that both nations share.
Cubans in South Africa demand once again for the end of the blockade against Cuba
Pretoria, May 30, 2021.- Gathered in the place that pays tribute to the National Hero of Cuba, José Martí, the Cubans in South Africa met again today to demand the end of the economic, commercial and financial blockade of the United States against Cuba.
On this occasion there was a march and a cultural event that included, as a special element, the tribute to José Martí whose patriotic, humanist and anti-imperialist thought constitutes a source of inspiration and guide for all Cubans.
Cuba celebrates the 58th anniversary of Africa Day
Pretoria, May 25, 2021- Cuba's fraternal ties with Africa are part of our history, grounded in deep cultural and historical roots. There are many reasons to join in the commemoration of Africa Day this May 25.
The presence on our Island of almost 1,300,000 Africans of more than 200 ethnic groups, as a result of the cruel slave trade, forever marked the history, customs, tastes, beliefs and traditions of our nation.
Africa is part of the very essence of our Homeland. As Commander in Chief Fidel Castro said, Cuba is a Latin African people.
Leaders of the South African Communist Party and Cuban Ambassador exchange on the blockade against Cuba
Pretoria, May 25, 2021.- The Cuban Ambassador to South Africa and members of the South African Communist Party (SACP) held a broad and productive virtual exchange on the criminal and illegal economic, commercial and financial blockade imposed on Cuba for more than 60 years by the government of the United States.
