Cuba in South Africa

The Fifteen of the Cuban medical presence in Eswatini

Article by the Ambassador of Cuba to South Africa, Lesotho and Eswatini, Rodolfo Benítez Verson

A few days ago, on September 22, 25 years of fruitful diplomatic relations between the Republic of Cuba and the Kingdom of Eswatini were commemorated.

Since formal ties were established in 1995, both States have worked together in the interest of diversifying and expanding relations of friendship, cooperation and solidarity. Cooperation in the field of health is undoubtedly the most active component in our bilateral cooperation.

Lesotho supports Cuba and condemns the Blockade

Pretoria, September 27, 2020.- In his statement to the United Nations General Assembly today, Prime Minister of Lesotho Moeketsi Majoro strongly condemned  the US illegal and criminal blockade against Cuba . You can read here a transcription of his statement on Cuba.

Formal Nomination in South Africa to Cuban Medical Brigade Henry Reeve to the Nobel Prize

Pretoria, September 26, 2020.- The National University of South Africa (UNISA) and its Rector, Professor Mandla Makanya nominated and formally registered the International Contingent of Cuban Doctors  "Henry Reeve" for the Nobel Peace Prize. The Norwegian Nobel Committee formally confirmed the registration of the nomination by UNISA for due consideration.

Important contribution of Cuban teachers in the Land of Mandela

Pretoria, Sepctember 23, 2020.- The cooperation between Cuba and South Africa in the field of Basic Education is going well.

The Cuban teachers of the Basic Education Cooperation Brigade work in different South African provinces sharing the experiences of the Island to improve the learning of Mathematics and Physical, Natural and Technical Sciences in South African Basic Education students.

Press Release: Cuba and the Kingdom of Eswatini commemorate the 25th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations

Pretoria, September 22, 2020.- This September 22, 2020, is the 25th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between the Republic of Cuba and the Kingdom of Eswatini.

Since the establishment of diplomatic relations in 1995, both States have worked together in the interest of diversifying and expanding bilateral cooperation.

We proudly highlight the bilateral cooperation that has been developed in the health area that began in 2005, with the signing of the first Health Cooperation Agreement between both countries.

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