South Africa commemorates the centenary of the Commander-in-Chief
Johannesburg, 13 August 2026. — At a moving ceremony held at the Gauteng Legislature, the South African community, the Cuban diplomatic mission and international representatives gathered to mark the centenary of Commander Fidel Castro and reflect on his political and humanist legacy. The speakers emphasized the importance of keeping alive the memory of those who fought for human dignity and of transforming that memory into practical commitment in the face of the economic coercion currently threatening Cuba.
South African Parliament convened a dialogue on Cuba-SA relations
Cape Town, 12 August 2026. — The Cuban Ambassador, Fakri Rodríguez Pinelo, took part in an event held at the South African Parliament to examine the history, current state and future prospects of relations between Cuba and South Africa. The dialogue provided an opportunity to explore the potential for expanding bilateral cooperation in areas of mutual interest, including health, education, biotechnology, human resources development and parliamentary diplomacy. In this context, the two sides reaffirmed their commitment to seizing current opportunities to translate their historic friendship into new projects and concrete results.
Sport and unity pay tribute to Fidel
Pretoria, 11 August 2026. — The Cuban State Mission in South Africa and Cuban residents held a popular sporting event amongst compatriots, dedicated to the centenary of the birth of our eternal Commander-in-Chief, Fidel Castro Ruz. The event reaffirmed the Cubans’ commitment to the defense of national sovereignty, solidarity and the continuity of the revolutionary cause.
President Motlanthe reinforces the historic friendship with Cuba
Johannesburg, 5 August 2026 — The Ambassador of the Republic of Cuba to South Africa paid a visit to the Motlanthe Foundation, where he was received by former President Kgalema Motlanthe. During the meeting, former President Motlanthe expressed his firm support for the Cuban cause and his admiration for the resilience of the island’s people in the face of adversity.
Dancers from Cuba dazzle in Pretoria.
Pretoria, 1 August 2026. — The Embassy of the Republic of Cuba in South Africa enthusiastically celebrates the successful special performance by Cuban dancers Greisell Lastre, Joan Manuel Riera and Ariel Mejica, who showcased the extraordinary standard of the Cuban ballet school at an event held in Pretoria. We would like to highlight that this performance forms part of a wider tour, which includes the 13th South African International Ballet Competition to be held in Cape Town.