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In South Africa
  • High Commissioner presents her credentials in Lesotho

    High Commissioner’s Speech on presentation of credentials to His Majesty King Letsie III of Lesotho

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Changes to UK Visa Application Centres in South Africa

    During March, our new commercial partner for UK visa services, Teleperformance Ltd, will take over the running of our Visa Application Centres in South Africa.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Bloodhound and FameLab at South Africa National Science Festival

    Bloodhound and FameLab are representing the UK at South Africa National Science Festival

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • The SKA takes off with £119M contribution from the UK

    Science Minister, the Rt Hon David Willetts announced funding of £100M (€120M) for the Square Kilometre Array (SKA) project

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • British Designer makes his mark in South Africa

    Internationally renowned British architect Thomas Heatherwick, unveiled plans to convert the 1920s Grain Silo Complex at the V&A Waterfront in Cape Town into a museum for contemporary African art

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Pretoria HC and DFID mark International Women’s Day 2014

    They co-hosted a panel discussion on “Working together to prevent Gender-Based Violence (GBV)”

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Dan Thompson’s Run The World Challenge arrives in Johannesburg on Tuesday 4 March

    Dan Thompson will run 10km in Johannesburg as part of his Run The World Challenge to promote the benefits of sport and physical activity all over the world and to raise money for cancer research.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • UK trade envoy visits South Africa

    The Rt Hon Baroness Scotland, British Prime Minister David Cameron's trade envoy for South Africa, Baroness Patricia Scotland is visiting South Africa from 2-7 March 2014.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • The Human Rights and Democracy Programme (HRDP) 2014/15 call for bids

    The Human Rights and Democracy Programme (HRDP) is the FCO’s dedicated fund supporting human rights and democracy work overseas.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Foreign Secretary's opening remarks at Illegal Wildlife Trade Conference

    In a speech at the Illegal Wildlife Trade Conference the Foreign Secretary says it now ranks alongside drugs, arms and people trafficking.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Foreign Secretary's remarks at Illegal Wildlife Trade reception

    In a speech at the London Conference on the Illegal Wildlife Trade the Foreign Secretary called for action to save some of the world's most remarkable species.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Working with South African partners to protect rhinos, elephants and tigers

    High Commissioner Judith Macgregor convened 60 civic leaders and youth activists to show support for efforts to end the illegal wildlife trade.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • UK and South Africa further cooperation in the field of English Language

    Declaration of Intent builds on British Council work in English sector

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • HC Judith Macgregor on death of Nelson Mandela

    Statement by British High Commissioner to South Africa, Judith Macgregor on the death of former President Nelson Mandela

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • BHC funded Green Building Council wins Eskom eta award

    British High Commission funding leads to Eskom community award for the Green Street Initiative.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • UK pays tribute to former President Nelson Mandela

    As the news of the death of Nelson Mandela was announced tributes poured in from around the world.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Parliament in the United Kingdom and South African pay tribute to Nelson Mandela

    The Parliaments of the United Kingdom and South Africa held special sittings in tribute to Nelson Mandela.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Nelson Mandela tribute: Nick Clegg

    Nick Clegg has paid his respects to Nelson Mandela by signing the book of condolence at South Africa House.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Nick Clegg's statement to the House of Commons on Nelson Mandela

    The Deputy Prime Minister, Nick Clegg delivered a statement to the House of Commons in a special session dedicated to Nelson Mandela.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Prime Minister's message following the death of Nelson Mandela

    The Prime Minister has paid tribute to the former South African President Nelson Mandela.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government