South Africa
SALO facilitated dialogue on Sexual Gender-Based Violence -5 Sept 2019
On Thursday 5 September, SALO’s Research and Liaison Officer Milisuthando Mbete facilitated a dialogue on Sexual Gender-Based Violence (SGBV) in Pretoria’s inner city central’s ANC Ward 56 Branch. The speakers represented the the ANC …
Policy Brief - Deepening human Rights in South Africa through community activism on Gender-Based Violence, LGBTI, Xenophobia, Racism and Hate Speech
On the 21st of February 2019, the Southern African Liaison Office (SALO) held a dialogue on gender-based violence (GBV), LGBTQI, xenophobia, hate crimes and hate speech. The event was aimed at promoting civil society engagement, as well as …
SALO will continue to be guided and inspired by the life, dreams and words of Nelson Mandela.
“The purpose of freedom is to create it for others.” Nelson Mandela As an organization that strives to build international consensus to help resolve conflicts especially in Africa, SALO will continue to be guided and inspired by the life, …
SALO speaking at Youth Development Dialogue
26 June 2019 SALO Research and Liaison Officer, Milisuthando Mbete was invited to speak at the Youth Development Dialogue hosted by the Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO). The Youth Dialogue was in celebration of …
On this Youth Day 2019, SALO remembers...
On this Youth Day 2019, SALO remembers the late Ms Lineo Chabana, an outstanding young woman whose tragic early death cut short a promising career in international relations. Lineo joined SALO as an intern in 2015 and later became a …
South African Foreign Policy Event
SALO attending event on South African foreign policy, organised by our great friends at the Norwegian Embassy @NorAmbSA #ForeignPolicy #SouthAfrica @DIRCO_ZA
Happy Freedom Day South Africa!
As we mark this important day, may the words of our icon and founding father echo throughout our land, “Let freedom reign. The sun shall never set on so glorious a human achievement”, Nelson Mandela, 10 May 1994. Happy Freedom Day South …
SALO attending @issafrica event on 2019 elections in SA. - April 2019
SALO attending @issafrica event on 2019 elections in SA. Looking forward to insights on process and on what will be turning points during these critical battles.
Statements of the ANC and SA Government on Zimbabwe – March 2019
Date and Source 12 March 2019 DIRCO Retrieved from: http://www.dirco.gov.za/docs/2019/zimb0313.htm Statement DIRCO Media Statement: South Africa hands over humanitarian package to Zimbabwe Key Issues “Following the successful two-day …
Celebrating South Africa’s hard-won rights on Human Rights Day – 21 March 2019
Human Rights Day is a day for celebration, as well as solemn reflection. South Africa’s Bill of Rights is world-renowned for its inclusive protection of Human Rights, making SA one of the first countries in history to outlaw discrimination …
Public dialogue on the Hate Crimes and Hate Speech Bill - 11th March 2019
Venue: Leslie Social Science 2B, Upper campus, UCT Program Director: Esihle Madyibi, SRC Social Responsiveness Co-ordinator On 11th March 2019 the Southern African Liaison Office (SALO) facilitated a dialogue on Hate Crimes and Hate Speech …
Community Dialogue - 21 February 2019
Great community engagement at Ruabohahale school. Talking about #racism, #xenophobia , #gbv and #LGBTQIA issues in south Africa engaging with young people and community activists. Thanks so much to @IrlEmbPretoria for their support – 21 Feb …
PUBLIC LECTURE - "Key priorities during South Africa's tenure in the UN Security Council" - 22 Feb 2019
Keynote Speaker: Deputy Minister, Department of International Relations and Cooperation, Mr. Luwellyn Landers DATE: Friday 22nd February 2019 TIME: (09H30 registration) 10H00-11H45 followed by a finger lunch VENUE: Parliament Imbizo Centre, …
Policy Brief - Reviewing the Prevention and Combating of Hate Crimes and Hate Speech Bill - 29 January 2019
Collaboration between government, non-governmental organizations, international organizations, donors and researchers is critical to reviewing the proposed Hate Crimes and Hate Speech Bill. This policy brief presents a framework for …
ENCA interview with SALO's Rebone Tau on the Hate Crimes and Hate Speech Bill
The Southern African Liaison Office together with the Embassy of Ireland hosted a multi-stakeholder dialogue on the Hate Crimes and Hate Speech Bill. The case of Penny Sparrow, who was charged for hate speech in 2016 reaffirmed the need for …
Statements of the ANC and SA Government on Zimbabwe: January 2019
Date and Source: 20 January 2019, News24 Retrieved from: news24.com/Africa/Zimbabwe/anc-raises-concerns-over-drc-zim-instability-20190124 Statement News24: ANC and alliance partners hold an NEC lekgotla Key Issues “The ANC has said that it …
Policy Brief: Deepening Human Rights in South Africa through youth activism on Gender-based Violence, LGBTI, Xenophobia, Racism and Hate Speech - 13 Dec 2018
The Southern African Liaison Office (SALO) together with the Embassy of Ireland hosted a community outreach programme on deepening human rights activism in South African communities. The main aim of the outreach was to generate a sense of …
Community Dialogue in Mamelodi - 13 Dec 2018
On 13th of December 2018 the Southern African Liaison Office (SALO) held a dialogue on gender-based violence (GBV), LGBTQI, xenophobia, hate crimes and hate speech in Mamelodi. The dialogue was part of the ongoing series of engagements by …
SALO and President Ramaphosa united behind Banyana-Banyana
SALO’s Rebone Tau with President Cyril Ramaphosa campaigning for fair pay for women soccer players
“REGIONAL PEACE AND SECURITY ISSUES” JHB multi-stakeholder workshop
On 26 November 2018, the Southern African Liaison Office (SALO) together with the Norwegian Embassy hosted a multi-stakeholder workshop entitled ‘Regional Peace and Security Issues’. The Minister of Small and Medium Business Development and …
