Che Guevara is also remembered in Africa
Johannesburg, 10 June 2025. The Forge, a meeting place for students and intellectuals in the centre of Johannesburg, witnessed today the enduring relevance of Ernesto Che Guevara's thinking and his great influence on the Cuban revolutionary process. It was clear that Che also lives and thrives in Africa. The cold winter did not deter the nearly 50 people who gathered there to talk about the heroic guerrilla fighter.
Cuban ambassador meets with deputy minister of Sport, Arts and Culture
Pretoria, 5 June 2025. Cuba's Chargé d'Affaires in South Africa, Ambassador Esther Armenteros, held a fruitful meeting with Deputy Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture Peace Mabe. During the exchange, they followed up on the main issues of bilateral relations in the sector and both advocated for the deepening and expansion of the ties.
Cuba was present at the Diplomatic Fair for Africa Day
Kempton Park, 31 May 2025: To celebrate the 62nd anniversary of Africa Liberation Day, the Cuban Embassy in South Africa participated in the Fair organised by the African Diplomatic Corps, alongside the Nicaraguan and Venezuelan embassies. The stand shared by the three countries was characterised by folklore, history, music and Latin flavours.
Cuban Ambassador participates in main event for Africa Day
Pretoria, 25 May 2025.- Ambassador Esther Armenteros, Cuba's Chargé d'Affaires a.i. in South Africa, participated in the main event commemorating the 62nd anniversary of Africa Day. Organised by the South African Department of Sport, Arts and Culture, the event was an emotional occasion.
Cuba commemorates Africa Day at a South African high school.
Pretoria, 23 May 2025: The Cuban Embassy in South Africa participated in an exhibition organised by Saint Albans High School to celebrate the 62nd anniversary of Africa Liberation Day. Alongside other embassies accredited in Pretoria, students were shown the significance of this commemoration, and in Cuba's case, the strong relations that unite the island with the African continent.