https://www.salo.org.za/formats/policy-dialogues/Recent content in Policy dialogues on Southern African Liaison OfficeHugo -- gohugo.ioen-zaThu, 11 Jun 2026 14:31:25 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/salo-public-multi-stakeholder-dialogue-youth-perspectives-on-human-rights-social-cohesion-and-democratic-inclusion-in-south-africa-11-june-2026/Thu, 11 Jun 2026 14:28:57 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/salo-public-multi-stakeholder-dialogue-youth-perspectives-on-human-rights-social-cohesion-and-democratic-inclusion-in-south-africa-11-june-2026/Watch here: https://youtu.be/MISWWdHeC1Mhttps://www.salo.org.za/salo-public-multi-stakeholder-dialogue-youth-perspectives-on-human-rights-social-cohesion-and-democracy-in-south-africa-28-may-2026/Thu, 28 May 2026 12:58:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/salo-public-multi-stakeholder-dialogue-youth-perspectives-on-human-rights-social-cohesion-and-democracy-in-south-africa-28-may-2026/Watch here: https://youtu.be/mv1y93APfH0https://www.salo.org.za/salo-virtual-dialogue-strengthening-non-state-contributions-to-mozambiques-national-inclusive-dialogue-30-april-2026/Thu, 30 Apr 2026 14:25:03 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/salo-virtual-dialogue-strengthening-non-state-contributions-to-mozambiques-national-inclusive-dialogue-30-april-2026/watch here: https://youtu.be/ZcfEDYmGgX4https://www.salo.org.za/post-g20-public-policy-dialogue-from-g20-to-sadc-sustaining-momentum-to-address-inequality-31-march-2026/Tue, 31 Mar 2026 21:09:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/post-g20-public-policy-dialogue-from-g20-to-sadc-sustaining-momentum-to-address-inequality-31-march-2026/https://youtu.be/uP9pAZsVypwhttps://www.salo.org.za/post-sona-dialogue-on-south-africas-foreign-policy-in-2026/Fri, 13 Feb 2026 13:46:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/post-sona-dialogue-on-south-africas-foreign-policy-in-2026/President Cyril Ramaphosa delivered the 2026 State of the Nation Address (SONA) on 12 February as South Africa stands at a pivotal moment in global and regional affairs. From strained relations with Washington and the international debate around the ICJ case against Israel, to the conclusion of its landmark G20 presidency, the country’s foreign policy faces growing complexity in an increasingly uncertain world.https://www.salo.org.za/salo-virtual-public-multistakeholder-dialogue-mozambiques-national-inclusive-dialogue-an-opportunity-for-democratic-consolidation-feb-5-2026/Thu, 05 Feb 2026 22:19:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/salo-virtual-public-multistakeholder-dialogue-mozambiques-national-inclusive-dialogue-an-opportunity-for-democratic-consolidation-feb-5-2026/Watch here: https://youtu.be/b6mrYCzl3o8https://www.salo.org.za/salo-virtual-public-multistakeholder-dialogue-south-africas-g20-presidency-reflections-and-pathways-for-consolidation-of-gains-january-27-2026/Tue, 27 Jan 2026 21:10:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/salo-virtual-public-multistakeholder-dialogue-south-africas-g20-presidency-reflections-and-pathways-for-consolidation-of-gains-january-27-2026/Watch here: https://youtu.be/K2iycVm897Qhttps://www.salo.org.za/mozambiques-national-dialogue-civil-society-perspectives-from-a-multi-stage-engagement-series/Tue, 23 Dec 2025 13:45:18 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/mozambiques-national-dialogue-civil-society-perspectives-from-a-multi-stage-engagement-series/Between October and December 2025, the Southern African Liaison Office (SALO) convened a series of four dialogues examining Mozambique’s National and Inclusive Dialogue process. Together, these engagements created a structured space for Mozambican civil society actors, faith leaders, youth representatives, regional analysts, and partners from across Southern Africa to reflect on the dialogue’s evolution, its inclusivity, and its wider regional significance.https://www.salo.org.za/salo-community-dialogue-on-human-rights-and-the-protection-of-marginalised-groupings-december-18-2025/Thu, 18 Dec 2025 20:03:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/salo-community-dialogue-on-human-rights-and-the-protection-of-marginalised-groupings-december-18-2025/Watch here: https://youtu.be/cjcn_j46fUAhttps://www.salo.org.za/salo-public-dialogue-taking-stock-of-mozambiques-national-and-inclusive-dialogue-process-11-dec-2025/Thu, 11 Dec 2025 14:46:21 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/salo-public-dialogue-taking-stock-of-mozambiques-national-and-inclusive-dialogue-process-11-dec-2025/On 11 December 2025, the Southern African Liaison Office (SALO) convened a public dialogue focused on taking stock of Mozambique’s National and Inclusive Dialogue process as it stood toward the end of the year. The dialogue provided a space for reflection on progress made, challenges encountered, and the implications of the process for civic space, peacebuilding, and governance reform.https://www.salo.org.za/salo-virtual-public-multistakeholder-dialogue-the-just-transition-in-southern-africa-post-g20-and-cop30-reflections-and-way-forward-december-10-2025/Wed, 10 Dec 2025 19:35:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/salo-virtual-public-multistakeholder-dialogue-the-just-transition-in-southern-africa-post-g20-and-cop30-reflections-and-way-forward-december-10-2025/Watch here: https://youtu.be/zehPfFuVGAshttps://www.salo.org.za/salo-regional-workshop-hybrid-maputo-civil-society-perspectives-on-mozambiques-national-and-inclusive-dialogue-9-december-2025/Tue, 09 Dec 2025 14:07:48 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/salo-regional-workshop-hybrid-maputo-civil-society-perspectives-on-mozambiques-national-and-inclusive-dialogue-9-december-2025/On 9 December 2025, the Southern African Liaison Office (SALO) convened a hybrid regional workshop in Maputo focused on civil society perspectives on Mozambique’s National and Inclusive Dialogue process. The workshop combined in-person engagement in Maputo with virtual participation from across Southern Africa, enabling broad regional exchange.https://www.salo.org.za/salo-virtual-public-multistakeholder-dialogue-update-on-migrant-rights-in-south-africa-december-4-2025/Thu, 04 Dec 2025 19:09:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/salo-virtual-public-multistakeholder-dialogue-update-on-migrant-rights-in-south-africa-december-4-2025/Watch here: https://youtu.be/htW6-bISikchttps://www.salo.org.za/salo-public-dialogue-civic-participation-youth-engagement-and-the-national-dialogue-process-in-mozambique-28-november-2025/Fri, 28 Nov 2025 14:50:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/salo-public-dialogue-civic-participation-youth-engagement-and-the-national-dialogue-process-in-mozambique-28-november-2025/________________________________________ Civic Participation, Youth Engagement, and the National Dialogue Process in Mozambique On 28 November 2025, the Southern African Liaison Office (SALO) convened a public dialogue examining civic participation within Mozambique’s National and Inclusive Dialogue process, with a particular focus on youth engagement, trust-building, and the role of civil society in shaping reform outcomes.https://www.salo.org.za/salo-g20-social-summit-african-civil-society-takes-stock-of-south-africas-g20-presidency-18-nov-2025/Tue, 18 Nov 2025 15:50:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/salo-g20-social-summit-african-civil-society-takes-stock-of-south-africas-g20-presidency-18-nov-2025/SALO G20 SOCIAL SUMMIT - Official Side Event | African & SADC Voices | Johannesburg to Washington: African Civil Society Takes Stock of South Africa’s G20 Presidency - 18 Nov 2025 Watch here: https://youtu.be/VX51EkupXr0https://www.salo.org.za/salo-public-virtual-dialogue-on-heteronormativity-patriarchy-and-the-role-they-play-in-the-scourge-of-gbv-in-south-africa-6-nov-2025/Thu, 06 Nov 2025 15:28:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/salo-public-virtual-dialogue-on-heteronormativity-patriarchy-and-the-role-they-play-in-the-scourge-of-gbv-in-south-africa-6-nov-2025/6 November 2025 https://youtu.be/M4wGGUq5OLMhttps://www.salo.org.za/virtual-public-dialogue-understanding-mozambiques-political-dialogue-process-and-its-implications-for-strengthening-civil-society-space-30-oct-2025/Thu, 30 Oct 2025 15:01:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/virtual-public-dialogue-understanding-mozambiques-political-dialogue-process-and-its-implications-for-strengthening-civil-society-space-30-oct-2025/The Southern African Liaison Office (SALO) convened a virtual public dialogue on 30 October 2025 focused on Mozambique’s emerging National and Inclusive Political Dialogue process and its implications for civil society, peacebuilding, and democratic governance. The dialogue brought together Mozambican civil society leaders, faith-based actors, women’s rights organisations, youth representatives, and regional stakeholders to reflect on the political context giving rise to the dialogue process and to assess its potential to address long-standing governance challenges.https://www.salo.org.za/salo-public-regional-dialogue-peace-security-democracy-governance-in-the-sadc-region-23-10-25/Thu, 23 Oct 2025 15:17:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/salo-public-regional-dialogue-peace-security-democracy-governance-in-the-sadc-region-23-10-25/Watch here: https://youtu.be/9H9Ua4-nrEkhttps://www.salo.org.za/salo-public-dialogue-critical-minerals-and-the-g20-pathways-for-equality-sustainability-and-shared-prosperity-for-africa-21-10-25/Tue, 21 Oct 2025 14:25:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/salo-public-dialogue-critical-minerals-and-the-g20-pathways-for-equality-sustainability-and-shared-prosperity-for-africa-21-10-25/Watch here: https://youtu.be/NVLPpzFG1TUhttps://www.salo.org.za/07-10-25-hybrid-dialogue-will-south-africas-g20-be-a-g20-on-the-african-continent-or-an-african-g20/Tue, 07 Oct 2025 14:14:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/07-10-25-hybrid-dialogue-will-south-africas-g20-be-a-g20-on-the-african-continent-or-an-african-g20/Watch here: https://youtu.be/pyzxQkbTJHchttps://www.salo.org.za/public-dialogue-societal-attitudes-and-discrimination-against-lgbtqia-persons-in-south-africa-3-oct-2025/Fri, 03 Oct 2025 19:27:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/public-dialogue-societal-attitudes-and-discrimination-against-lgbtqia-persons-in-south-africa-3-oct-2025/https://youtu.be/LLwJDf4K5rwhttps://www.salo.org.za/salo-public-multi-stakeholder-dialogue-peace-security-issues-relating-to-zimbabwe-and-swaziland-4-september-2025/Thu, 04 Sep 2025 07:51:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/salo-public-multi-stakeholder-dialogue-peace-security-issues-relating-to-zimbabwe-and-swaziland-4-september-2025/https://youtu.be/0Y2rdg_3EfMhttps://www.salo.org.za/salo-virtual-public-dialogue-the-democratic-republic-of-the-congo-diplomacy-confrontation-and-the-path-to-sustainable-peace-7-august-25/Thu, 07 Aug 2025 14:37:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/salo-virtual-public-dialogue-the-democratic-republic-of-the-congo-diplomacy-confrontation-and-the-path-to-sustainable-peace-7-august-25/Watch here: https://youtu.be/UKiaih99hhI 7 August 2025https://www.salo.org.za/youth-perspectives-on-human-rights-with-a-focus-on-migration-issues-in-relation-to-domestic-policy-and-foreign-policy-jul-24-2025/Thu, 24 Jul 2025 18:04:29 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/youth-perspectives-on-human-rights-with-a-focus-on-migration-issues-in-relation-to-domestic-policy-and-foreign-policy-jul-24-2025/https://youtu.be/Y2lEgrp3scghttps://www.salo.org.za/salo-virtual-public-dialogue-youth-perspectives-on-human-rights-with-a-focus-on-migration-issues-in-relation-to-domestic-policy-and-foreign-policy-24-july-2025/Thu, 24 Jul 2025 14:54:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/salo-virtual-public-dialogue-youth-perspectives-on-human-rights-with-a-focus-on-migration-issues-in-relation-to-domestic-policy-and-foreign-policy-24-july-2025/24 July 2025 https://youtu.be/WZ0A5NRdq4whttps://www.salo.org.za/salo-public-dialogue-on-south-africas-four-g20-priority-areas-the-africa-and-the-world-we-want-jul-10-2025/Thu, 10 Jul 2025 13:16:38 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/salo-public-dialogue-on-south-africas-four-g20-priority-areas-the-africa-and-the-world-we-want-jul-10-2025/https://youtu.be/ZPxDJggkCOA On the 10th of July 2025 SALO held a virtual public SALO dialogue under the title of ‘South Africa’s Four G20 Priority Areas: The Africa and the world we want’ During South Africa’s G20 presidency, the government has prioritised four key areas for deliberation under the broader theme of “Solidarity, Equality, Sustainability”.https://www.salo.org.za/salo-public-dialogue-on-south-africas-four-g20-priority-areas-the-africa-and-the-world-we-want-jul-10-2025-2/Thu, 10 Jul 2025 13:04:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/salo-public-dialogue-on-south-africas-four-g20-priority-areas-the-africa-and-the-world-we-want-jul-10-2025-2/https://youtu.be/se-3jjM6InEhttps://www.salo.org.za/salo-virtual-public-dialogue-migrant-policy-changes-in-south-africa-26-june-2025/Thu, 26 Jun 2025 13:49:57 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/salo-virtual-public-dialogue-migrant-policy-changes-in-south-africa-26-june-2025/On the 26th of June 2025 the Southern African Liaison Office held a virtual public dialogue on migrant policy changes in South Africa to the “White Paper on Citizenship, Immigration and Refugee Protections: Towards a Complete Overhaul of the Migration System in South Africa” as well as the Immigration Amendment Bill B8 - 2024.https://www.salo.org.za/salo-public-dialogue-fostering-african-voices-on-the-g20-compact-with-africa-2-0-5-june-2025/Thu, 05 Jun 2025 13:37:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/salo-public-dialogue-fostering-african-voices-on-the-g20-compact-with-africa-2-0-5-june-2025/Jun 5, 2025 https://youtu.be/ZBBfT56b6T4https://www.salo.org.za/salo-public-dialogue-from-policy-to-implementation-accelerating-respect-for-and-delivery-of-lgbtqia-rights-including-lgbtqia-refugees-29-may-2025/Thu, 29 May 2025 21:26:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/salo-public-dialogue-from-policy-to-implementation-accelerating-respect-for-and-delivery-of-lgbtqia-rights-including-lgbtqia-refugees-29-may-2025/https://youtu.be/dPxIK9xjkvw?si=hO8X7Azd0jxBX0Ukhttps://www.salo.org.za/salo-virtual-public-dialogue-fostering-african-voices-in-the-g20-progress-challenges-and-opportunities-24-april-2025/Thu, 24 Apr 2025 17:13:38 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/salo-virtual-public-dialogue-fostering-african-voices-in-the-g20-progress-challenges-and-opportunities-24-april-2025/The Southern African Liaison Office (SALO) held a strategic public dialogue on African representation and influence in South Africa’s historic G20 presidency on the 24th of April 2025. Watch here: https://youtu.be/76iqj-j6XuE Key discussion themes: ? Status update on African participation across G20 tracks and engagement groups (T20, C20, F20, Y20, W20), and the African Union ?https://www.salo.org.za/salo-public-dialogue-tracking-recent-developments-in-zimbabwe-apr-3-2025/Thu, 03 Apr 2025 14:54:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/salo-public-dialogue-tracking-recent-developments-in-zimbabwe-apr-3-2025/Watch here: https://youtu.be/apBESZnzAA0https://www.salo.org.za/salo-multi-stakeholder-workshop-enhancing-democratic-electoral-practices-in-the-sadc-region-with-a-particular-focus-on-the-sadc-principles-and-guidelines-on-elections-5-march-202/Wed, 05 Mar 2025 13:44:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/salo-multi-stakeholder-workshop-enhancing-democratic-electoral-practices-in-the-sadc-region-with-a-particular-focus-on-the-sadc-principles-and-guidelines-on-elections-5-march-202/Mar 5, 2025 Watch here: https://youtu.be/6JW7TxnDLWMhttps://www.salo.org.za/salo-multi-stakeholder-dialogue-on-shifts-in-migration-policy-feb-25-2025/Tue, 25 Feb 2025 22:43:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/salo-multi-stakeholder-dialogue-on-shifts-in-migration-policy-feb-25-2025/Watch here: https://youtu.be/_I4L_2J8JWYhttps://www.salo.org.za/virtual-celebration-of-the-signing-into-law-of-the-prevention-and-combating-of-hate-crimes-and-hate-speech-act-18-dec-2024/Tue, 24 Dec 2024 19:33:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/virtual-celebration-of-the-signing-into-law-of-the-prevention-and-combating-of-hate-crimes-and-hate-speech-act-18-dec-2024/Watch here: https://youtu.be/OCWbFDnCnEk In May 2024, President Ramaphosa signed into law the Prevention and Combating of Hate Crimes and Hate Speech Act 16 of 2023. This landmark piece of legislation is a crucial tool for addressing violence and discrimination rooted in hatred and bias.https://www.salo.org.za/salo-public-dialogue-the-state-of-the-g20-compact-with-africa-and-africas-perspective-on-the-g20-going-forward-12-dec-2024/Thu, 12 Dec 2024 19:47:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/salo-public-dialogue-the-state-of-the-g20-compact-with-africa-and-africas-perspective-on-the-g20-going-forward-12-dec-2024/Watch here: https://youtu.be/gz9mBav-cuIhttps://www.salo.org.za/salo-public-dialogue-the-implementation-of-women-peace-and-security-over-the-last-30-years-10-dec-2024/Tue, 10 Dec 2024 19:52:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/salo-public-dialogue-the-implementation-of-women-peace-and-security-over-the-last-30-years-10-dec-2024/https://youtu.be/ccUMDMZXuP4https://www.salo.org.za/virtual-multi-stakeholder-dialogue-on-the-crisis-in-swaziland-nov-28-2024/Thu, 28 Nov 2024 20:01:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/virtual-multi-stakeholder-dialogue-on-the-crisis-in-swaziland-nov-28-2024/https://youtu.be/kmrIY3qJbY4https://www.salo.org.za/salo-public-dialogue-post-election-mozambique-20-nov-2024/Wed, 20 Nov 2024 19:59:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/salo-public-dialogue-post-election-mozambique-20-nov-2024/Watch here: https://youtu.be/mbV0I7YW_p4https://www.salo.org.za/salo-public-dialogue-the-reform-of-ifis-and-sas-g20-presidency-31-oct-2024/Thu, 31 Oct 2024 20:15:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/salo-public-dialogue-the-reform-of-ifis-and-sas-g20-presidency-31-oct-2024/Watch here: https://youtu.be/bPRTVdO1Ncohttps://www.salo.org.za/salo-public-dialogue-on-the-hate-crimes-and-hate-speech-act-what-happens-next-oct-10-2024/Thu, 10 Oct 2024 09:30:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/salo-public-dialogue-on-the-hate-crimes-and-hate-speech-act-what-happens-next-oct-10-2024/Watch here: https://youtu.be/kBvp_Gl589chttps://www.salo.org.za/salo-public-dialogue-south-africas-approach-to-regional-stability-in-sadc-examining-zimbabwe-and-mozambique-as-potential-threats-to-regional-security-peace-and-stability-26-sept-2024/Thu, 26 Sep 2024 10:39:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/salo-public-dialogue-south-africas-approach-to-regional-stability-in-sadc-examining-zimbabwe-and-mozambique-as-potential-threats-to-regional-security-peace-and-stability-26-sept-2024/Sep 26, 2024 https://youtu.be/-A7sEPAaf1Mhttps://www.salo.org.za/salo-regional-civil-society-consultation-on-south-africa-the-africa-union-the-g20-19-sept-2024/Thu, 19 Sep 2024 10:59:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/salo-regional-civil-society-consultation-on-south-africa-the-africa-union-the-g20-19-sept-2024/Sep 19, 2024 Watch here: https://youtu.be/-UgPNbC_Z1Ahttps://www.salo.org.za/salo-public-policy-dialogue-on-measures-required-to-advance-and-protect-the-rights-of-all-lgbtqia-persons-in-south-africa-and-in-the-region-12-sept-2024/Thu, 12 Sep 2024 13:39:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/salo-public-policy-dialogue-on-measures-required-to-advance-and-protect-the-rights-of-all-lgbtqia-persons-in-south-africa-and-in-the-region-12-sept-2024/Watch here: https://youtu.be/fL1ugjcttG0https://www.salo.org.za/salo-public-dialogue-strengthening-the-implementation-of-the-sadc-principles-and-guidelines-on-elections-in-south-africa-and-the-impact-on-other-sadc-countries-23-august-2024/Fri, 23 Aug 2024 21:34:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/salo-public-dialogue-strengthening-the-implementation-of-the-sadc-principles-and-guidelines-on-elections-in-south-africa-and-the-impact-on-other-sadc-countries-23-august-2024/Watch here: https://youtu.be/oP3dFtdPm4A This event had a particular focus on women’s representation in electoral processes and elected bodies in light of August being women’s month in South Africa. Further, this dialogue included a discussion around: The SADC election observer report on South Africa 2024, assessing the extent to which the SADC Principles and Guidelines on Democratic Elections have been implemented.https://www.salo.org.za/a-regional-public-policy-dialogue-on-zimbabwe-ahead-of-the-sadc-summit-a-civil-society-perspective-including-organised-labour-and-faith-based-organisations-15-august-2024/Thu, 15 Aug 2024 22:03:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/a-regional-public-policy-dialogue-on-zimbabwe-ahead-of-the-sadc-summit-a-civil-society-perspective-including-organised-labour-and-faith-based-organisations-15-august-2024/This dialogue aimed to provide a comprehensive platform for regional civil society to strategise and strengthen our collective response to these pressing matters. Your participation will be invaluable in shaping a coordinated and impactful approach. Watch here: https://youtu.be/31xPP0e_wQk This dialogue centred on critical issues affecting Zimbabwe, with specific attention to:https://www.salo.org.za/zimbabwe-the-afdb-debt-restructuring-process-and-opportunities-for-reform-aug-1-2024/Thu, 01 Aug 2024 18:34:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/zimbabwe-the-afdb-debt-restructuring-process-and-opportunities-for-reform-aug-1-2024/Watch here: https://youtu.be/lwr-yfiQcuEhttps://www.salo.org.za/salo-public-policy-dialogue-on-swaziland-building-bridges-for-change-26-july-2024/Mon, 15 Jul 2024 21:55:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/salo-public-policy-dialogue-on-swaziland-building-bridges-for-change-26-july-2024/Watch here: https://youtu.be/pRnVJOUWUrE In light of the recent events in Swaziland, this dialogue aimed to promote greater solidarity with the people of Swaziland. Two pro-democracy Members of Parliament in Swaziland, Bacede Mabuza and Mthandeni Dube have just been collectively sentenced to sixty-eight years in prison for demanding democratic reforms.https://www.salo.org.za/the-africa-we-want-zimbabwe-and-the-sadc-chairship-the-role-of-recs-in-times-of-instability-the-zimbabwean-and-kenyan-experiences-11-july-2024/Mon, 15 Jul 2024 21:39:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/the-africa-we-want-zimbabwe-and-the-sadc-chairship-the-role-of-recs-in-times-of-instability-the-zimbabwean-and-kenyan-experiences-11-july-2024/Watch here: https://youtu.be/g7q9b8pb0dQ In August 2024 Zimbabwe will be hosting the SADC summit and taking over the chairship of SADC. Almost one hundred people have been arrested in the last few weeks, in a clampdown on civic and opposition activists ahead of the summit.https://www.salo.org.za/salo-public-dialogue-south-african-political-party-perspectives-on-south-africas-foreign-policy-on-zimbabwe-27-june-2024/Sat, 15 Jun 2024 21:34:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/salo-public-dialogue-south-african-political-party-perspectives-on-south-africas-foreign-policy-on-zimbabwe-27-june-2024/This dialogue focused on the implications and future direction following South Africa’s recent elections, which have resulted in a Government of National Unity (GNU), and potential shifts or entry points in South Africa’s approach to Zimbabwe. Watch here: https://youtu.be/1-URoDH4pl8 Speakers included:https://www.salo.org.za/salo-public-dialogue-on-civil-society-perspectives-of-south-africas-2024-elections-resulting-in-a-government-of-national-unity-21-june-24/Sat, 15 Jun 2024 21:25:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/salo-public-dialogue-on-civil-society-perspectives-of-south-africas-2024-elections-resulting-in-a-government-of-national-unity-21-june-24/Watch here: https://youtu.be/tLePN8RxMIg On the 21st of June 2024, the Southern African Liaison Office (SALO) held a virtual public dialogue on the civil society perspective on the South African elections 2024 resulting in a Government of National Unity, and the possible impact of this outcome on South Africa’s foreign policy on Zimbabwe and eSwatini.https://www.salo.org.za/lessons-learned-by-the-region-and-south-africa-from-south-africas-2024-elections-and-its-electoral-and-political-system-13-june-2024/Sat, 15 Jun 2024 21:15:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/lessons-learned-by-the-region-and-south-africa-from-south-africas-2024-elections-and-its-electoral-and-political-system-13-june-2024/Watch here: https://youtu.be/BVhEFOPZYCU On the 13th of June 2024, the Southern African Liaison Office (SALO) held a virtual public dialogue: Lessons learned by the region and South Africa from South Africa’s 2024 elections and its electoral and political system. This dialogue took a regional approach to unpacking the recent South African elections.https://www.salo.org.za/salo-public-policy-dialogue-south-africas-migration-policy-and-migrant-rights-with-a-special-focus-on-zimbabweans-in-south-africa-31-may-2024/Fri, 31 May 2024 12:31:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/salo-public-policy-dialogue-south-africas-migration-policy-and-migrant-rights-with-a-special-focus-on-zimbabweans-in-south-africa-31-may-2024/May 31, 2024 Watch here: https://youtu.be/2IfWQuImPuQhttps://www.salo.org.za/salo-pre-election-public-dialogue-youth-perspectives-on-leadership-and-coalition-governments-in-south-africa-23-may-2024/Fri, 24 May 2024 14:18:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/salo-pre-election-public-dialogue-youth-perspectives-on-leadership-and-coalition-governments-in-south-africa-23-may-2024/https://youtu.be/1SOd4q1pS7Q This critical and timely pre-election Public Dialogue focused on the aspirations and perspectives of South Africa’s youth regarding the type of leadership our country needs and the nature of coalition governments. This dialogue aimed to bring together youth representatives from political parties, youth activists, young academics, and members of civil society to engage in an open and constructive conversation.https://www.salo.org.za/zimbabwe-at-its-44th-year-of-independence-political-parties-reflection-16-may-2024/Thu, 16 May 2024 14:07:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/zimbabwe-at-its-44th-year-of-independence-political-parties-reflection-16-may-2024/On the 16th of May 2024, SALO held a dialogue to present perspectives from diverse political formations, a reflection on the promise and the reality of independence as it unfolded and today, as well as a vision of the future: how we can realise the promise and the ideals of liberation.https://www.salo.org.za/salo-public-dialogue-an-overview-and-analysis-of-recent-developments-on-sanctions-against-zimbabwe-14-march-2024/Thu, 14 Mar 2024 14:00:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/salo-public-dialogue-an-overview-and-analysis-of-recent-developments-on-sanctions-against-zimbabwe-14-march-2024/This public workshop engaged on the nuances of the United States’ revised sanctions framework against Zimbabwe, including the specific changes implemented, the current sanctions in place, and their implications for Zimbabwe, the Southern African Development Community (SADC) region, and broader international relations.https://www.salo.org.za/salo-public-dialogue-elections-in-southern-africa-elections-and-projections-29-feb-2024/Thu, 29 Feb 2024 22:17:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/salo-public-dialogue-elections-in-southern-africa-elections-and-projections-29-feb-2024/On the 29th of February 2024 The Southern African Liaison Office (SALO) held an in-person workshop titled, Elections in Southern Africa: Reflections and Projections. Venue: Southern Sun Hotel, Pretoria. In a region marked by its vibrant yet varied democratic processes, Southern Africa stands at a pivotal moment.https://www.salo.org.za/salo-public-dialogue-engagement-on-the-department-of-home-affairs-white-paper-30-jan-2024/Tue, 30 Jan 2024 22:05:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/salo-public-dialogue-engagement-on-the-department-of-home-affairs-white-paper-30-jan-2024/SALO Public Dialogue: Engagement with the Department of Home Affairs’ White Paper on Citizenship, Immigration, Refugee Protection: Towards a Complete Overhaul of the Migration System in South Africa On 10 November, the Minister of the Department of Home Affairs (DHA) signed and released for public comment a document called the “White Paper on Citizenship, Immigration and Refugee Protection: Towards a Complete Overhaul of the Migration System in South Africa”.https://www.salo.org.za/salo-workshop-an-overview-and-analysis-spotlighting-the-sadc-region-25-january-2024/Thu, 25 Jan 2024 21:45:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/salo-workshop-an-overview-and-analysis-spotlighting-the-sadc-region-25-january-2024/On the 25th of January 2024 the Southern African Liaison Office (SALO) held a virtual public workshop: An overview and analysis spotlighting the SADC region in light of key regional scenarios relating to SADC’s current deployment of a peacekeeping force in the DRC, the removal of troops from Mozambique as well as the outcomes of the regional body’s response to the challenges arising from the recent elections in DRC, Swaziland, and Zimbabwe.https://www.salo.org.za/salo-workshop-in-johannesburg-a-review-of-south-africas-foreign-policy-approach-to-the-russia-ukraine-war-and-related-issues-19-dec-2023/Tue, 19 Dec 2023 14:25:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/salo-workshop-in-johannesburg-a-review-of-south-africas-foreign-policy-approach-to-the-russia-ukraine-war-and-related-issues-19-dec-2023/This workshop sought to provide an analysis of South Africa-Ukraine/Russia relations, potential entry points to conflict resolution, and other relevant initiatives to bring about an end to the conflict. The workshop’s objective was to build consensus on Southern Africa’s approach to the Russia-Ukraine War and bring a common understanding of South Africa’s approach to the conflict while prioritising human rights and international law.https://www.salo.org.za/the-role-of-legal-frameworks-in-shaping-political-discourse-controlling-dissent-within-zimbabwe-1-dec-2023/Fri, 01 Dec 2023 15:21:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/the-role-of-legal-frameworks-in-shaping-political-discourse-controlling-dissent-within-zimbabwe-1-dec-2023/This workshop sought to provide a nuanced examination of the dualistic role of law in Zimbabwe’s political arena—both as a tool for political manoeuvring and as a means of suppressing opposition voices. Key points of discussion included: An analysis of recent instances where law has been employed as a political weapon.https://www.salo.org.za/workshop-2-climate-resilience-in-the-sadc-pathways-to-sustainability-30-nov-2023/Thu, 30 Nov 2023 15:14:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/workshop-2-climate-resilience-in-the-sadc-pathways-to-sustainability-30-nov-2023/This workshop looked at how the Southern African Development Community (SADC) region, and its member states, can effectively address the climate crisis to chart a path towards a more sustainable future. Panelists Included: Darlington Sibanda (African Climate and Development Initiative) Sibongile Mavimbela (SADC - Environment and Climate Change Program) Lebogang Maisi (Presidential Climate Commission) Vhalinavho Khavhagali (IUCN & African Climate and Development Initiative) The SADC region is one of the most vulnerable regions in the world to the impacts of climate change.https://www.salo.org.za/salo-public-dialogue-shaping-the-sadc-youth-perspective-on-zimbabwes-election-28-nov-2023/Tue, 28 Nov 2023 15:25:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/salo-public-dialogue-shaping-the-sadc-youth-perspective-on-zimbabwes-election-28-nov-2023/This dialogue aimed to encourage youth and student mobilisation and conscientisation around developments including the recent elections in Zimbabwe and its impact on migration, the closing of democratic space and other issues in order to build consensus and solidarity among regional youth both within Zimbabwe and externally.https://www.salo.org.za/salo-public-workshop-brighter-horizons-stakeholder-strategies-for-ending-load-shedding-23-nov-2023/Thu, 23 Nov 2023 15:06:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/salo-public-workshop-brighter-horizons-stakeholder-strategies-for-ending-load-shedding-23-nov-2023/This public virtual workshop delved into the facets of Eskom and the Just Transition towards ending load shedding in South Africa. It served as an opportunity for stakeholders to share knowledge and insights to chart a sustainable and inclusive path forward on tangible solutions for the current power crises.https://www.salo.org.za/mozambiques-local-elections-a-virtual-dialogue-on-post-election-developments-oct-19-2023/Thu, 19 Oct 2023 14:59:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/mozambiques-local-elections-a-virtual-dialogue-on-post-election-developments-oct-19-2023/Mozambique held their local elections on October 11 in 65 municipalities. These elections were held in the context of an ongoing violent insurgency in the north of the country, issues with the National Election Commission (CNE), shrinking democratic space, and strikes in the public sector, amongst other issues.https://www.salo.org.za/salo-public-dialogue-on-sadcs-role-in-recent-controversial-elections-in-swaziland-and-zimbabwe-10-oct-2023/Tue, 10 Oct 2023 13:43:54 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/salo-public-dialogue-on-sadcs-role-in-recent-controversial-elections-in-swaziland-and-zimbabwe-10-oct-2023/Watch here: https://fb.watch/nB3FEFf4Xv/ On the 26th of September, the Extraordinary Meeting of the Ministerial Committee of the Organ Troika discussed the SADC Election Observer Mission (SEOM) Preliminary Report on the Zimbabwe Elections 2023 and referred the report back to the Zimbabwean government for comment.https://www.salo.org.za/salo-public-dialogue-on-the-hate-crimes-and-hate-speech-bill-addressing-xenophobic-hate-speech-and-violence-2-october-2023/Mon, 02 Oct 2023 13:01:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/salo-public-dialogue-on-the-hate-crimes-and-hate-speech-bill-addressing-xenophobic-hate-speech-and-violence-2-october-2023/The Southern African Liaison Office held a virtual, public dialogue on the Hate Crimes and Hate Speech Bill: Addressing Xenophobic Hate Speech and Violence. Watch here: https://fb.watch/nB1gqqnhgn/ This dialogue happened against the backdrop of the rise in anti-migrant sentiments within the mainstream political discourse ahead of the 2024 elections, which has sparked debate among analysts on the protections created through legislation like the Hate Crimes and Hate Speech Bill.https://www.salo.org.za/salo-regional-workshop-lgbtqia-rights-in-africa-realising-lgbtqia-rights-as-human-rights/Wed, 27 Sep 2023 13:16:05 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/salo-regional-workshop-lgbtqia-rights-in-africa-realising-lgbtqia-rights-as-human-rights/The Southern African Liaison Office hosted a virtual public workshop on the topic of LGBTQIA+ Rights in Africa: Realising LGBTQIA+ rights as human rights in September 2023. See full workshop here: https://fb.watch/njVo9SfFAY/ Homophobia continues to be a growing concern globally and specifically in Africa.https://www.salo.org.za/salo-public-dialogue-disputed-elections-reports-and-an-inauguration-what-is-next-for-zimbabwe/Thu, 07 Sep 2023 14:16:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/salo-public-dialogue-disputed-elections-reports-and-an-inauguration-what-is-next-for-zimbabwe/The Southern African Liaison Office held a virtual, public dialogue following the 2023 Zimbabwe elections under the title: Disputed Elections, Reports, and an Inauguration: What Is Next for Zimbabwe? Watch here: https://fb.watch/njYNAcx9My/ The objective of this dialogue was to analyse the pressing issues arising from Zimbabwe’s recent elections in order to build national, regional and international consensus.https://www.salo.org.za/salo-public-dialogue-following-the-zimbabwe-elections-25-august-2023/Sun, 27 Aug 2023 13:55:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/salo-public-dialogue-following-the-zimbabwe-elections-25-august-2023/The Southern African Liaison Office (SALO) invites you to a virtual, public dialogue following the 2023 Zimbabwe elections. Watch here: https://fb.watch/njXNYtVnxt/ Zimbabwe’s elections will take place this week on Wednesday 23 August. While many were very fearful of a violent election season, compared to previous years, there has been a relatively low level of violence.https://www.salo.org.za/salo-public-dialogue-on-zimbabwe-17-august-2023/Thu, 17 Aug 2023 13:43:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/salo-public-dialogue-on-zimbabwe-17-august-2023/The Southern African Liaison Office (SALO) held a virtual, public dialogue looking at the current situation in Zimbabwe in the leadup to the 2023 elections. Watch here: https://fb.watch/njWWQPir9M/ This week the SADC Summit of Heads of State and Government will be held in Luanda, ahead of Zimbabwe’s 2023 harmonised general elections on the 23rd of August.https://www.salo.org.za/south-africas-migration-policy-review-the-human-security-impacts-20-july-2023/Thu, 27 Jul 2023 13:21:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/south-africas-migration-policy-review-the-human-security-impacts-20-july-2023/In the dialogue, we unpacked the changes in South Africa’s migration policy and legislation, including the non-extension of the Zimbabwe Exemption Permit (ZEP). We deliberated upon the Citizenship Act, Immigration Act, and Refugees Act and their pending amendments, as resolved in the ANC’s 55th National Conference in December 2022, and their impact on the migrant community in South Africa, and the potential human security spillovers as a result of the suggested immigration reforms.https://www.salo.org.za/salo-and-cizc-webinar-improving-the-integrity-of-zimbabwes-2023-election-can-the-situation-be-salvaged-20-june-2023/Tue, 20 Jun 2023 21:59:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/salo-and-cizc-webinar-improving-the-integrity-of-zimbabwes-2023-election-can-the-situation-be-salvaged-20-june-2023/On 31 May, the President of Zimbabwe Emmerson Mnangagwa finally made a proclamation on the date for the much-anticipated elections in Zimbabwe, which are going to be held on 23 August. Crisis in Zimbabwe Coalition (CiZC) and the Southern African Liaison Office (SALO) delved into this issue with a view to bringing the dynamics attendant to the proclamation of the election date with efforts towards improving the integrity of the elections.https://www.salo.org.za/multi-stakeholder-dialogue-building-regional-civil-society-solidarity-on-lgbtiqa-rights-in-africa-lessons-learned-from-the-namibia-supreme-court-decision-29-may-2023/Mon, 29 May 2023 14:44:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/multi-stakeholder-dialogue-building-regional-civil-society-solidarity-on-lgbtiqa-rights-in-africa-lessons-learned-from-the-namibia-supreme-court-decision-29-may-2023/On 16 May, Namibia’s Supreme Court recognised same-sex marriages from other countries. In a landmark decision, the Supreme Court of Namibia voted 4 to 1 in favor, declaring that Namibian citizens married to foreign nationals in foreign jurisdictions should be afforded the same recognition as any other couple within the country, paving the way for the broader legal recognition of same-sex marriage in Namibia.https://www.salo.org.za/public-dialogue-on-eswatini-5-may-2023/Fri, 05 May 2023 19:49:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/public-dialogue-on-eswatini-5-may-2023/The Southern African Liaison Office (SALO) held a public multi-stakeholder dialogue on eSwatini on the 5th of May 2023. The dialogue aimed to build greater regional solidarity, and featured a panel of speakers from different sectors of civil society from eSwatini and South Africa, including youth, trade unions, and other voices on the ground.https://www.salo.org.za/public-dialogue-on-zimbabwe-6-april-2023/Thu, 06 Apr 2023 15:00:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/public-dialogue-on-zimbabwe-6-april-2023/On the 6th of April 2023 the Southern African Liaison Office (SALO),hosted a public dialogue on Zimbabwe. This dialogue was aimed at building South African, regional, and continental civil society solidarity for civic actors including students, labour, and churches among others in Zimbabwe and the region.https://www.salo.org.za/public-dialogue-on-the-ongoing-conflict-in-mozambique-16-march-2023/Mon, 13 Mar 2023 08:48:52 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/public-dialogue-on-the-ongoing-conflict-in-mozambique-16-march-2023/The Southern African Liaison Office (SALO), invites you to a public dialogue on the ongoing conflict in the north of Mozambique. Date: Thursday, 16 March 2023 Time: 10:30 to 12:00 (CAT) Venue: Zoom. Click here to register. Further details on the event and panel will be communicated in the coming days.https://www.salo.org.za/public-dialogue-on-the-impact-of-covid-19-on-the-political-economy-of-mozambique-south-africa-and-zimbabwe-3-nov-22/Thu, 03 Nov 2022 21:38:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/public-dialogue-on-the-impact-of-covid-19-on-the-political-economy-of-mozambique-south-africa-and-zimbabwe-3-nov-22/On the 3rd of Nov 2022 the Southern African Liaison Office (SALO), held a public dialogue on the impact of COVID-19 on the political economy of Mozambique, South Africa, and Zimbabwe. The COVID-19 pandemic has presented the African continent with great challenges, but also great opportunities.https://www.salo.org.za/virtual-community-and-youth-dialogue-on-hate-crimes-against-foreign-and-south-african-sex-workers-25-october-2022/Tue, 25 Oct 2022 23:59:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/virtual-community-and-youth-dialogue-on-hate-crimes-against-foreign-and-south-african-sex-workers-25-october-2022/The workshop’s main focus was on the challenges faced by migrant sex workers in South Africa. This is particularly pertinent due to the rampant rise of hate crimes and violence against such vulnerable groups. The recent case of the brutal murders of the six women in Gauteng who were sex workers and migrants sheds light on the urgency of decriminalising and de-stigmatising sex work.https://www.salo.org.za/salo-virtual-public-dialogue-democracy-human-rights-and-political-participation-a-regional-perspective-from-the-lgbtqia-community-22-september-2022/Thu, 22 Sep 2022 20:05:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/salo-virtual-public-dialogue-democracy-human-rights-and-political-participation-a-regional-perspective-from-the-lgbtqia-community-22-september-2022/SALO, in partnership with the Rosa Luxemburg Foundation, hosted a dialogue titled: ***Democracy, human rights and political participation: a regional perspective from the LGBTQIA+ community.***This dialogue brought together civil society and activists from the SADC region, in particular, the LGBTIAQ+ community to share their experiences.https://www.salo.org.za/salo-virtual-public-dialogue-on-the-hate-crimes-and-hate-speech-bill-14-sept-2022/Wed, 14 Sep 2022 12:49:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/salo-virtual-public-dialogue-on-the-hate-crimes-and-hate-speech-bill-14-sept-2022/The workshop’s main focus area was the recent concerning trends in contemporary discourse on matters around migration, the treatment of migrants, and other marginalised communities in South Africa. The dialogue unpacked factors that precipitate rhetoric including clear cases of hate speech against refugees, migrants and asylum seekers, and how to deal with the rapid growth of vigilante groups like Operation Dudula.https://www.salo.org.za/democracy-human-rights-and-people-to-people-solidarity-a-youth-reflection-on-hate-crimes-and-hate-speech-in-south-africa-16-sept-22/Tue, 13 Sep 2022 13:01:01 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/democracy-human-rights-and-people-to-people-solidarity-a-youth-reflection-on-hate-crimes-and-hate-speech-in-south-africa-16-sept-22/Invitation to SALO’s virtual community dialogue: Democracy, Human Rights, and People-To People Solidarity: A Youth Reflection on Hate Crimes and Hate Speech in South Africa. 16 September 202211:00 - 13:00 (SAST) https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAoce6qqTsqE9E1QZNl9ybx-CNVK6dsZ80Chttps://www.salo.org.za/regional-youth-workshop-on-zimbabwean-elections-and-migration-7-sept-22/Wed, 07 Sep 2022 12:52:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/regional-youth-workshop-on-zimbabwean-elections-and-migration-7-sept-22/On Wednesday the 7th of September 2022, the Southern African Liaison Office (SALO),held a virtual public dialogue: Regional Youth Workshop on Zimbabwean Elections and Migration. Watch here: https://twitter.com/i/spaces/1LyxBqMNWbLJN This dialogue aimed to encourage youth and student mobilisation and conscientisation around issues such as the current dispensation in Zimbabwe and migration, with the aim of building consensus and solidarity among regional youth both within Zimbabwe and externally.https://www.salo.org.za/public-dialogue-reflections-on-womens-political-participation-in-southern-africa-and-lessons-learned-ahead-of-the-2023-elections-in-zimbabwe-in-pursuit-of-consensus-toward-sadc-action-1-sept-202/Thu, 01 Sep 2022 12:24:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/public-dialogue-reflections-on-womens-political-participation-in-southern-africa-and-lessons-learned-ahead-of-the-2023-elections-in-zimbabwe-in-pursuit-of-consensus-toward-sadc-action-1-sept-202/On Thursday the 1st of September, the Southern African Liaison Office (SALO), hosted a virtual public dialogue: Reflections on Women’s Political Participation in Southern Africa, and Lessons Learned ahead of the 2023 Elections in Zimbabwe in pursuit of consensus toward SADC actionhttps://www.salo.org.za/salo-virtual-public-dialogue-on-sa-zim-relations-18-aug-2022/Thu, 18 Aug 2022 12:44:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/salo-virtual-public-dialogue-on-sa-zim-relations-18-aug-2022/On the 18th of August 2022 SALO hosted a Virtual Public Dialogue on SA-Zim Relations. The dialogue explored current South Africa-Zimbabwe relations, especially in the context of the cancellation of the Zimbabwe Exemption Permit and with reference to South Africa/Zimbabwe Bi-national Commission, the ongoing SADC summit, and the Kenyan election in that disputed elections in Zimbabwe can be seen as drivers of migration.https://www.salo.org.za/recent-trends-in-south-african-zimbabwe-policy-11-aug-22/Thu, 11 Aug 2022 23:21:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/recent-trends-in-south-african-zimbabwe-policy-11-aug-22/On the 11th of August 2022 The Southern African Liaison Office (SALO), hosted a virtual public dialogue, Recent trends in South African Zimbabwe policy , including migrant policy, against the backdrop of a recent upsurge in hostility against African foreign nationals.https://www.salo.org.za/policy-brief-on-public-multi-stakeholder-dialogue-mozambique-4-aug-2022/Thu, 04 Aug 2022 16:23:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/policy-brief-on-public-multi-stakeholder-dialogue-mozambique-4-aug-2022/PB-on-Mozambique-04-08-22-FINALDownloadhttps://www.salo.org.za/the-sadc-and-rwandan-interventions-one-year-on-the-forthcoming-42nd-sadc-summit-of-heads-of-state-and-government-4-aug-22/Thu, 04 Aug 2022 12:49:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/the-sadc-and-rwandan-interventions-one-year-on-the-forthcoming-42nd-sadc-summit-of-heads-of-state-and-government-4-aug-22/On 4 August 2022, the Southern African Liaison Office (SALO), hosted a Virtual Public Policy Dialogue on Mozambique one year after the intervention of SADC and Rwandan troops and two weeks before the 42nd SADC Summit of Heads of State and Government.https://www.salo.org.za/virtual-public-policy-dialogue-on-zimbabwe-ahead-of-the-anc-policy-conference-27-july-2022/Mon, 11 Jul 2022 20:13:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/virtual-public-policy-dialogue-on-zimbabwe-ahead-of-the-anc-policy-conference-27-july-2022/With the termination of the Zimbabwe Exemption Permit (ZEP) last year and the looming end-of-year deadline for its enforcement, there is growing concern about the hundreds of thousands of people affected, directly or as family members. The new amendments to the national labour and migration policy, along with the deployment of new armed border guards at Beitbridge, create greater concerns both domestically and internationally about South Africa’s handling of immigrants.https://www.salo.org.za/regional-and-international-consensus-on-the-conflict-in-the-north-of-mozambique/Fri, 01 Jul 2022 23:34:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/regional-and-international-consensus-on-the-conflict-in-the-north-of-mozambique/On 1 July 2022, the Southern African Liaison Office (SALO), hosted a public multi-stakeholder dialogue in order to develop regional and international consensus on the conflict in the north of Mozambique including on underlying drivers and how political actors might best respond.https://www.salo.org.za/dialogue-on-climate-change-and-the-youth-of-south-africa/Wed, 29 Jun 2022 23:26:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/dialogue-on-climate-change-and-the-youth-of-south-africa/On the 29th of June SALO hosted a dialogue with national youth & student leadership including ANCYL, DASO, NYDA, PASMA, SASCO, SAUS. Young people are not only victims of climate change. They are also valuable contributors to climate action. They are agents of change, entrepreneurs and innovators.https://www.salo.org.za/salo-zimbabwe-civil-society-briefing-17-june-2022/Fri, 17 Jun 2022 16:13:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/salo-zimbabwe-civil-society-briefing-17-june-2022/The Southern African Liaison Office (SALO) held a civil society briefing to discuss the recent developments in Zimbabwe, particularly in the run-up to the 2023 national elections. This briefing allowed Zimbabwean civil society leaders to provide an update on the rapidly deteriorating human rights situation in Zimbabwe and other aspects of the political and economic crisis.https://www.salo.org.za/salo-public-multi-stakeholder-dialogue-mozambique-10-june-2022/Fri, 10 Jun 2022 20:39:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/salo-public-multi-stakeholder-dialogue-mozambique-10-june-2022/The Southern African Liaison Office (SALO) hosted a public multi-stakeholder dialogue on the status and development of the ongoing conflict in Mozambique. This dialogue aimed to build regional and international consensus on the conflict in Mozambique including the underlying drivers and how political actors might best respond, with a particular focus on political parties, governments and multilateral institutions such as the UN, the AU and SADC.https://www.salo.org.za/salo-public-dialogue-building-diplomatic-responses-from-south-africa-and-sadc-on-eswatini-17-may-2022/Tue, 17 May 2022 23:57:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/salo-public-dialogue-building-diplomatic-responses-from-south-africa-and-sadc-on-eswatini-17-may-2022/This dialogue brought together experts, media, civil society actors, activists, and diplomats from Eswatini and the region. The discussion looked at enhancing the understanding of leadership in South Africa and the region of the current situation in Eswatini. The panel consisted of speakers from the ground in Eswatini, leaders in the trade union movement, civil society from the region, experts and decision-makers in South Africa.https://www.salo.org.za/salo-public-dialogue-building-a-diplomatic-response-from-south-africa-and-sadc-on-eswatini/Thu, 28 Apr 2022 14:28:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/salo-public-dialogue-building-a-diplomatic-response-from-south-africa-and-sadc-on-eswatini/The Southern African Liaison Office (SALO), hosted a public multi-stakeholder dialogue on building a diplomatic response from South Africa and SADC on Eswatini on Thursday, 28 April 2022. This dialogue brought together experts, media, civil society actors, activists, and diplomats from eSwatini and the region.https://www.salo.org.za/salo-public-dialogue-building-regional-civil-society-solidarity-on-swaziland-14-april-2021/Thu, 14 Apr 2022 21:09:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/salo-public-dialogue-building-regional-civil-society-solidarity-on-swaziland-14-april-2021/The Southern African Liaison Office (SALO), hosted a public multi-stakeholder dialogue on Building Regional Civil Society Solidarity in eSwatini. The dialogue brought together speakers from civil society, the student movement, trade unions and churches amongst other groupings from eSwatini and the region.https://www.salo.org.za/public-dialogue-on-eswatini-building-regional-civil-society-solidarity-on-eswatini-14-april-2022/Thu, 14 Apr 2022 16:13:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/public-dialogue-on-eswatini-building-regional-civil-society-solidarity-on-eswatini-14-april-2022/pdf PB-on-Eswatini-14-04-2022-FinalDownloadhttps://www.salo.org.za/save-the-date-salo-public-dialogue-on-zimbabwe-5-april-2022/Sun, 03 Apr 2022 08:01:44 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/save-the-date-salo-public-dialogue-on-zimbabwe-5-april-2022/The Southern African Liaison Office (SALO), hosted a public multi-stakeholder dialogue on the recent March 2022 by-elections and expectations for the 2023 General Elections. This dialogue discussed the environment ahead of the 26th of March by-elections, the lessons that can be drawn from the by-elections, the significance of the results, and what can be expected in the lead up to the 2023 general election.https://www.salo.org.za/save-the-date-salo-public-dialogue-the-future-of-eswatini-progress-towards-a-dialogue-process-25-march-2022/Thu, 24 Mar 2022 20:13:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/save-the-date-salo-public-dialogue-the-future-of-eswatini-progress-towards-a-dialogue-process-25-march-2022/The Southern African Liaison Office (SALO), hosted a public multi-stakeholder dialogue on The Future of eSwatini: Progress towards a Dialogue Process? The dialogue brought together speakers from civil society, the student movement, trade unions and the main opposition political party in eSwatini in order to enhance an understanding in South Africa and the region of the current situation.https://www.salo.org.za/multi-stakeholder-dialogue-on-current-issues-facing-migrants-in-south-africa-15-march-2022/Tue, 15 Mar 2022 19:55:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/multi-stakeholder-dialogue-on-current-issues-facing-migrants-in-south-africa-15-march-2022/The Southern African Liaison Office (SALO), in partnership with the Rosa Luxemburg Foundation, is hosting a public multi-stakeholder dialogue on current issues facing migrants in South Africa including the Zimbabwe Exemption Permits and rising xenophobic attacks.The Zimbabwean Exemption Permit expired in December 2021, with South African authorities stating that the permit will not be extended - affecting between 182,000 and 250,000 Zimbabweans living in the country.https://www.salo.org.za/salo-public-dialogue-on-mozambique/Thu, 13 Jan 2022 13:28:38 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/salo-public-dialogue-on-mozambique/The Southern African Liaison Office (SALO), in partnership with OSISA, kicked off the year with a public multi-stakeholder dialogue on the conflict in the north of Mozambique. Date: Thursday, 13 January 2022Time: 11:00am - 13:00 pm (CAT) Where: Zoom. This dialogue brought together national, regional and international civil society and other relevant stakeholders in order to build consensus and solidarity with the people of Mozambique.https://www.salo.org.za/public-dialogue-on-the-security-situation-in-mozambique-by-ineke-stemmet-salo-9-dec-2021/Thu, 09 Dec 2021 21:28:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/public-dialogue-on-the-security-situation-in-mozambique-by-ineke-stemmet-salo-9-dec-2021/Policy-Brief-9-December-2021-FinalDownloadhttps://www.salo.org.za/public-dialogue-on-the-crisis-in-mozambique-9-dec-2021/Fri, 03 Dec 2021 12:26:29 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/public-dialogue-on-the-crisis-in-mozambique-9-dec-2021/The Southern African Liaison Office (SALO), in partnership with the Rosa Luxemburg Foundation hosted a Public Dialogue on the crisis in Mozambique on ?Thursday, 9 December 2021 The aim of this dialogue was to discuss the current situation in Mozambique, the implications for the region, and potential ways forward.https://www.salo.org.za/dialogue-30-nov-2021/Tue, 30 Nov 2021 09:14:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/dialogue-30-nov-2021/The Southern African Liaison Office (SALO), in partnership with the Rosa Luxemburg Foundation held a Public Community Dialogue on Local Government. The dialogue acted as a debriefing session on the outcomes of the recent local government elections, and the repercussions of the outcomes of the elections on marginalised groupings such as youth, women, the LGBTIQA+ community, and migrants.https://www.salo.org.za/policy-brief-salo-public-multi-stakeholder-dialogue-zimbabwe-civil-society-briefing-19-nov-21/Fri, 19 Nov 2021 21:17:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/policy-brief-salo-public-multi-stakeholder-dialogue-zimbabwe-civil-society-briefing-19-nov-21/FINAL-Policy-Brief-on-Zimbabwe-Civil-Society-Briefing-19-November-2021Downloadhttps://www.salo.org.za/public-civil-society-briefing-on-zimbabwe-19-november-2021/Fri, 19 Nov 2021 20:45:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/public-civil-society-briefing-on-zimbabwe-19-november-2021/The Southern African Liaison Office (SALO) held a Public Civil Society Briefing on Zimbabwe on 19 Nov 2021. The civil society briefing focused on the challenges civil society is facing regarding the closure of democratic space, and the response of civil society moving forward, as well as other current issues includinghttps://www.salo.org.za/policy-brief-salo-public-multi-stakeholder-dialogue-on-eswatini/Fri, 12 Nov 2021 23:40:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/policy-brief-salo-public-multi-stakeholder-dialogue-on-eswatini/12 Nov 2021, Zoom Platform By Athenkosi Thoba, SALO PB-eSwatini-12-Nov-2021Downloadhttps://www.salo.org.za/public-dialogue-on-recent-developments-in-eswatini-12-nov-2021/Fri, 12 Nov 2021 09:07:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/public-dialogue-on-recent-developments-in-eswatini-12-nov-2021/The Southern African Liaison Office (SALO) held a public dialogue discussing recent developments in Eswatini. This dialogue featured voices based in Eswatini and the region. The Southern African People’s Solidarity Network (SAPSN) recently conducted a pastoral visit to Eswatini that met with Prime Minister Cleopas Dlamini, and a variety of other stakeholders.https://www.salo.org.za/salo-public-dialogue-local-government-elections/Thu, 28 Oct 2021 10:24:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/salo-public-dialogue-local-government-elections/Header Image: “Hope you voted…” by Darryn van der Walt is licensed under CC BY 2.0 The Southern African Liaison Office (SALO), in partnership with the Rosa Luxemburg Foundation, held a Dialogue on the upcoming Local Government Elections. Date: Thursday 28 October 2021 Time: 18:00 - 20:00 (CAT)https://www.salo.org.za/salo-public-multi-stakeholder-dialogue-on-eswatini-25-oct-2021/Mon, 25 Oct 2021 12:24:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/salo-public-multi-stakeholder-dialogue-on-eswatini-25-oct-2021/Policy-Brief-on-eSwatini-25-October-2021Downloadhttps://www.salo.org.za/invite-25-oct-2021/Mon, 25 Oct 2021 10:20:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/invite-25-oct-2021/SALO hosted a public multi-stakeholder dialogue to discuss the current protests in eSwatini, the human rights situation in the country and eSwatini’s obligations towards its citizens. In the last week, escalating protests have taken place in eSwatini, which have been met by violent repression from police and the army.https://www.salo.org.za/invite-salo-public-dialogue-zimbabwe-and-the-future-of-sanctions-21-oct-2021/Thu, 21 Oct 2021 13:52:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/invite-salo-public-dialogue-zimbabwe-and-the-future-of-sanctions-21-oct-2021/The Southern African Liaison Office (SALO), in partnership with the Embassy of Norway in South Africa, held a virtual public dialogue focusing on international economic re-engagement with Zimbabwe. The UN announced in September that it will send a Special Rapporteur who will visit Zimbabwe in order to assess the impact of sanctions on the country.https://www.salo.org.za/invite-multi-stakeholder-dialogue-to-build-regional-civil-society-solidarity-for-eswatini-civic-actors/Thu, 07 Oct 2021 20:07:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/invite-multi-stakeholder-dialogue-to-build-regional-civil-society-solidarity-for-eswatini-civic-actors/The Southern African Liaison Office (SALO), in partnership with OSISA, held a public multi-stakeholder dialogue on Eswatini to build regional civil society solidarity for eSwatini civic actors (including students, labour, and churches among others). This dialogue aimed to raise public awareness about the challenges faced by citizens of Eswatini, particularly the human rights situation and eSwatini’s obligations towards its citizens.https://www.salo.org.za/policy-brief-salo-public-multi-stakeholder-dialogue-hate-crimes-and-hate-speech-bill-28-sept-21/Tue, 28 Sep 2021 12:37:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/policy-brief-salo-public-multi-stakeholder-dialogue-hate-crimes-and-hate-speech-bill-28-sept-21/Policy-Brief-28-09-2021-Local-Hate-Crimes-Downloadhttps://www.salo.org.za/invite-salo-public-multi-stakeholder-dialogue-hate-crimes-and-hate-speech-bill-28-sept-2021/Sun, 26 Sep 2021 14:56:31 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/invite-salo-public-multi-stakeholder-dialogue-hate-crimes-and-hate-speech-bill-28-sept-2021/SALO hosted a public multi-stakeholder dialogue on the Prevention and Combating of Hate Crimes and Hate Speech Billwith a particular focus on the LGBTQIA+ community, racism, and crimes against other marginalised communities such as migrants. The keynote speaker was the Deputy Minister of Justice, John Jeffery.https://www.salo.org.za/salo-in-partnership-with-the-open-society-initiative-for-southern-africa-is-hosting-a-public-multi-stakeholder-dialogue-on-the-conflict-in-northern-mozambique/Tue, 14 Sep 2021 12:56:10 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/salo-in-partnership-with-the-open-society-initiative-for-southern-africa-is-hosting-a-public-multi-stakeholder-dialogue-on-the-conflict-in-northern-mozambique/When: Thursday September 16, 2021 11:00am - 13:00 (CAT) SALO, in partnership with the Open Society Initiative for Southern Africa, hosted a public multi-stakeholder dialogue on the conflict in Northern Mozambique. Voices of marginalized groups affected by the conflict (eg.https://www.salo.org.za/salo-public-policy-dialogue-in-discussion-with-h-e-david-hamadziripi-zimbabwean-ambassador-to-south-africa-9-sept-2021/Mon, 06 Sep 2021 21:00:49 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/salo-public-policy-dialogue-in-discussion-with-h-e-david-hamadziripi-zimbabwean-ambassador-to-south-africa-9-sept-2021/SALO, in partnership with the Norwegian Embassy, is hosting a public policy dialogue with keynote speaker, **Mrs Melody Chaurura (Consul General, Zimbabwe Consulate-General)*. In addition,**the panel will feature Mr Bram Hanekom, Social Cohesion Ambassador (appointed by the Department of Arts and Culture), Dr Janet Munakamwe, Chairperson of the African Diaspora Workers Network (ADWN), and Nqabutho Mabhena, Chair of the Zimbabwe Community in South Africa.https://www.salo.org.za/save-the-date-26-august/Thu, 26 Aug 2021 13:13:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/save-the-date-26-august/The Southern African Liaison Office (SALO) held a public regional multi-stakeholder workshop, “Zimbabwe 2023: Lessons from the Zambian & Malawian Elections” on the 26th of August 2021. With this dialogue, SALO brought together voices from the region to discuss the forthcoming 2023 general election in Zimbabwe, particularly looking at the recent experience of the 2021 Zambia general election and the 2020 Malawi Presidential election.https://www.salo.org.za/public-regional-multi-stakeholder-womens-month-dialogue-19-aug-2021/Thu, 19 Aug 2021 16:17:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/public-regional-multi-stakeholder-womens-month-dialogue-19-aug-2021/This dialogue brought together women from the region to discuss issues affecting women, including gendered political violence and political exclusion. Recent developments, as well as deep-seated structural problems, will be explored from women’s perspectives and experiences in Zimbabwe, South Africa and Eswatini.https://www.salo.org.za/salo-public-multi-stakeholder-dialogue-on-eswatini-12-august-2021/Fri, 06 Aug 2021 06:56:30 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/salo-public-multi-stakeholder-dialogue-on-eswatini-12-august-2021/The Southern African Liaison Office (SALO) held to a public multi-stakeholder dialogue on the pro-democracy protests in Eswatini, bringing a range of political party views from inside the country and South Africa. The dialogue took place via Zoom and was streamed live on facebook where it had 1.https://www.salo.org.za/policy-brief-salo-regional-dialogue-south-africa-eswatini-and-zimbabwe-22-july-2021/Thu, 29 Jul 2021 12:28:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/policy-brief-salo-regional-dialogue-south-africa-eswatini-and-zimbabwe-22-july-2021/PB-SALO-Regional-Dialogue-22-July-2021-FinalDownloadhttps://www.salo.org.za/salo-regional-public-dialogue-south-africa-eswatini-zimbabwe-22-july-2021/Wed, 21 Jul 2021 07:22:42 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/salo-regional-public-dialogue-south-africa-eswatini-zimbabwe-22-july-2021/“With events unfolding and new information coming in with the velocity that marks every major social and political crisis, no one has a decisive grasp on the situation. Things are changing by the hour. All information is limited, all attempts to make sense of it provisional.https://www.salo.org.za/save-the-date-on-the-13th-of-july-at-11am/Wed, 07 Jul 2021 15:39:28 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/save-the-date-on-the-13th-of-july-at-11am/SALO hosted a public multi-stakeholder dialogue, which aimed to share credible information and build regional, national and international consensus on the unfolding situation in Swaziland.https://www.salo.org.za/workshop-discussing-regional-lgbtiqa-rights-thurs-1-july/Mon, 28 Jun 2021 12:26:16 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/workshop-discussing-regional-lgbtiqa-rights-thurs-1-july/In partnership with the Rosa Luxemburg Foundation, the Southern African Liaison Office (SALO) hosted a workshop discussing regional LGBTIQA+ rights, with SADC LGBTIQA+ organisations with keynote speaker, the Republic of South Africa’s Deputy Minister of Justice, John Jeffery. The panel included organisations countries in the region, including Dario de Sousa (LAMBDA Mozambique), Steve Letsike (Co-Chairperson of the South African National Task Team on LGBTI Rights and Hate Crimes) and Ronika Zuze (Intersex Community of Zimbabwe Trust).https://www.salo.org.za/public-meeting-on-political-and-economic-developments-in-zimbabwe-24-june-21/Thu, 24 Jun 2021 12:38:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/public-meeting-on-political-and-economic-developments-in-zimbabwe-24-june-21/PB-Political-and-Economic-Developments-in-Zimbabwe-24-06-21-Downloadhttps://www.salo.org.za/salo-public-policy-dialogue-tracking-economic-and-political-developments-in-zimbabwe-24-june-2021/Thu, 24 Jun 2021 07:50:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/salo-public-policy-dialogue-tracking-economic-and-political-developments-in-zimbabwe-24-june-2021/SALO, in partnership with the Rosa Luxemburg Foundation, held a public policy dialogue discussing Zimbabwe’s current political economy with speakers Mabel Nederlof Sitole, Dr Ibbo Mandaza, and Dr Phillan Zamchiya. Dr Ibbo Mandaza spoke about a recent World Bank Report(Zimbabwe Economic Update, June 2021: Overcoming Economic Challenges, Natural Disasters, and the Pandemic - Social and Economic Impacts) and International Monetary Fund Findings(IMF Staff Concludes Virtual Staff Visit to Zimbabwe) which paints a positive picture for Zimbabwe’s economic future.https://www.salo.org.za/policy-dialogue-report-public-meeting-on-political-and-economic-developments-in-zimbabwe-24-june-2021/Thu, 24 Jun 2021 07:32:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/policy-dialogue-report-public-meeting-on-political-and-economic-developments-in-zimbabwe-24-june-2021/PD-report-final-24-06-2021-Downloadhttps://www.salo.org.za/policy-brief-salo-public-civil-society-briefing-on-zimbabwe-6-may-2021/Thu, 06 May 2021 08:22:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/policy-brief-salo-public-civil-society-briefing-on-zimbabwe-6-may-2021/PB-Civil-Society-Briefing-on-Zimbabwe-06-05-2021Downloadhttps://www.salo.org.za/salo-public-civil-society-briefing-on-zimbabwe-6-may-2021/Thu, 06 May 2021 07:44:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/salo-public-civil-society-briefing-on-zimbabwe-6-may-2021/SALO aims to bring various stakeholders together to build consensus on the situation in Zimbabwe. In this briefing, leaders of Zimbabwean civil society gave an update on the political, socio-economic and human rights situation in the country. The dialogue touched upon the deterioration of Zimbabwe’s economy and the way in which ZANU-PF is consolidating a one-party state by proposing amendments to the Constitution.https://www.salo.org.za/salo-public-multi-stakeholder-dialogue-access-to-the-covid-19-vaccine-for-migrants-in-south-africa-25-march-2021/Mon, 12 Apr 2021 09:00:14 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/salo-public-multi-stakeholder-dialogue-access-to-the-covid-19-vaccine-for-migrants-in-south-africa-25-march-2021/The dialogue was chaired by Dr Rob Moore (Executive Director of Gauteng City-Region Observatory and SALO Board Member), with keynote speakers Zane Dangor (Adviser to Minister of DIRCO) and Professor Jo Vearey (The African Centre for Migration & Society, Wits) and touched upon many themes that are emerging in the context of the COVID-19 vaccination strategy.https://www.salo.org.za/25-march-2021-salo-public-dialogue/Fri, 19 Mar 2021 10:36:30 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/25-march-2021-salo-public-dialogue/Watch on Facebook As the vaccines begin to trickle into South Africa and the South African government’s vaccination process gets underway, one of the major concerns has been whether migrants and undocumented nationals will have access to the vaccine. On this issue, the South African government has released conflicting statements.https://www.salo.org.za/salo-multi-stakeholder-dialogue-whose-land-is-it-anyway/Tue, 22 Sep 2020 10:15:07 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/salo-multi-stakeholder-dialogue-whose-land-is-it-anyway/SALO’s multi-stakeholder dialogue, “Whose land is it anyway? A people centred approach to the land question in South Africa and Zimbabwe” took place on Thursday the 17th of September, from 11:00 - 13:00. The dialogue took the form of a Webinar via Zoom, while streaming to SALO’s Facebook page:https://www.salo.org.za/salo-public-dialogue-on-gender-based-violence-a-hate-crime-1-september-2020/Tue, 01 Sep 2020 22:08:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/salo-public-dialogue-on-gender-based-violence-a-hate-crime-1-september-2020/On 1 September SALO held a public dialogue on gender-based violence and South Africa’s response to violence and crime against vulnerable groups. The Webinar was hosted on Zoom and streamed live on Facebook: Watch on Facebookhttps://www.salo.org.za/salo-womens-month-multi-stakeholder-dialogue-13-august-2020/Fri, 14 Aug 2020 08:46:22 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/salo-womens-month-multi-stakeholder-dialogue-13-august-2020/The Southern African Liaison Office hosted a Women’s Month Public Multi-Stakeholder Dialogue, with specific focus on Zimbabwe. The keynote speaker was Tsitsi Dangarembga. The award-winning Zimbabwean author was recently detained overnight for demonstrating and demanding the release of journalist Hopewell Chin’ono.https://www.salo.org.za/salos-ongoing-workshop-on-hate-crimes-and-hate-speech-with-a-focus-on-gender-based-violence-lgbtiqa-rights-and-xenophobia-30-june-2020/Tue, 30 Jun 2020 08:56:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/salos-ongoing-workshop-on-hate-crimes-and-hate-speech-with-a-focus-on-gender-based-violence-lgbtiqa-rights-and-xenophobia-30-june-2020/Today we are engaging youth from Shoshanguve in our community meeting. Our meeting has a strong focus on gender-based violence and empowering women, especially thorough informing direct policy change.https://www.salo.org.za/zimbabwean-migrant-workshop-28-may-2020/Thu, 28 May 2020 12:07:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/zimbabwean-migrant-workshop-28-may-2020/SALO is hosting an online multi-stakeholder workshop on Zimbabwean migrants and COVID-19 responses.https://www.salo.org.za/salo-community-dialogue-on-hate-crimes-21-may-2020/Thu, 21 May 2020 12:10:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/salo-community-dialogue-on-hate-crimes-21-may-2020/SALO is hosting a community dialogue on hate crimes under the theme of deepening human rights in South Africa through engaging LGBTIQ+ rights, gender based violence, xenophobia, racism, and hate speech with youth and government departments in local communities.https://www.salo.org.za/gender-based-violence-as-a-domestic-foreign-policy-issue-17-february-2020/Wed, 19 Feb 2020 10:05:32 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/gender-based-violence-as-a-domestic-foreign-policy-issue-17-february-2020/The Embassy of Ireland and SALO hosted a conversation on South Africa’s approach to Gender Based Violence and gender equality, at home and abroad, this week in Cape Town. A panel discussion took place on the progress made by South Africa on its domestic and foreign policy objectives on GBV, gender equality and women’s empowerment, and the opportunities that lie ahead in 2020 to move this agenda forward.https://www.salo.org.za/business-breakfast-meeting-november-2019/Thu, 05 Dec 2019 09:08:56 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/business-breakfast-meeting-november-2019/ICRC together with the Southern African Liaison Office co-hosted a Business Breakfast meeting that brought together women in the peace and security sector in South Africa. #WPS#peace@ICRC_SAfricahttps://www.salo.org.za/policy-brief-multi-stakeholder-dialogue-on-xenophobia-and-the-hate-crimes-and-hate-speech-bill-18-oct-2019/Sat, 30 Nov 2019 12:58:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/policy-brief-multi-stakeholder-dialogue-on-xenophobia-and-the-hate-crimes-and-hate-speech-bill-18-oct-2019/The Southern African Liaison Office (SALO) has had, as one of its core themes, dialogue workshops on issues relating to xenophobia, migrants’ rights and the Hate Crimes and Hate Speech Bill. On the 18th of October 2019, in partnership with Action Support Center, SALO held a Multi-Stakeholder Dialogue on Xenophobia and the Hate Crimes and Hate Speech Bill.https://www.salo.org.za/save-the-date-south-africas-land-reform-drawing-lessons-from-zimbabwe/Thu, 14 Nov 2019 10:13:14 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/save-the-date-south-africas-land-reform-drawing-lessons-from-zimbabwe/DATE: Thursday 14th November 2019 TIME: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm VENUE: Sierra Burgers Park Hotel, 424 Lilian Ngoyi Street, Pretoria Facilitator: Dr Phillan Zamchiya (D. Phil, Oxford University), UWC: PLAAS Co-facilitator: **Dr Tara Polzer Ngwato,**Director of Social Surveys Africa Morning session: Dr Freedom Mazwi, Research Fellow at the Sam Moyo African Institute for Agrarian Studies based in Harare H.https://www.salo.org.za/multi-stakeholder-dialogue-on-south-africa-sadc-and-the-20th-anniversary-of-unscr-1325-shared-goals-on-a-way-forward-for-the-women-peace-and-security-agenda/Mon, 21 Oct 2019 08:37:37 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/multi-stakeholder-dialogue-on-south-africa-sadc-and-the-20th-anniversary-of-unscr-1325-shared-goals-on-a-way-forward-for-the-women-peace-and-security-agenda/ DATE: Thursday 7th November 2019 TIME: (09H30 registration) 10H00-13H00 followed by lunch VENUE: Sierra Burgers Park Hotel, Pretoria Please RSVP info@salo.org.za SALO would like to thank the High Commission of Canada in South Africa for their direct support of this eventhttps://www.salo.org.za/multi-stakeholder-dialogue-on-xenophobia-and-the-hate-crimes-and-hate-speech-bill/Fri, 18 Oct 2019 21:19:31 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/multi-stakeholder-dialogue-on-xenophobia-and-the-hate-crimes-and-hate-speech-bill/On Friday the 18th of October 2019 SALO and Action Support Centre co-hosted a Multi-stakeholder Dialogue on Xenophobia and the Hate Crimes and Hate Speech Bill. Keynote speaker: John Jeffery, Deputy Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development SALO and ACTION Support Centre would like to thank the Norwegian People’s Aid for their direct support of this event.https://www.salo.org.za/student-dialogue-on-the-current-conflict-between-foreign-nationals-and-sa-citizens-in-gauteng-11-sept-2019/Wed, 11 Sep 2019 14:21:41 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/student-dialogue-on-the-current-conflict-between-foreign-nationals-and-sa-citizens-in-gauteng-11-sept-2019/" The dialogue was graced with young and vibrant individuals including foreign nationals. A truly diverse and multistakeholder dialogue. @salo_info#XenophobiaInSouthAfrica" - Lindiwe Mthembu (participant)https://www.salo.org.za/salo-facilitated-dialogue-on-sexual-gender-based-violence-5-sept-2019/Wed, 11 Sep 2019 11:43:48 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/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 Women’s League Young Women’s Desk, ANC and ANCWL Tshwane Regional Executive Committee members, with ANCWL President Bathabile Dhlamini as keynote speaker.https://www.salo.org.za/human-security-in-the-central-african-republic-prospects-and-perspectives-thursday-23-may-2019/Thu, 23 May 2019 10:03:51 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/human-security-in-the-central-african-republic-prospects-and-perspectives-thursday-23-may-2019/On the occasion of her visit to South Africa, Ms Valerie Petitpierre, ICRC Head of Delegation in the Central African Republic. SALO and the ICRC hosted a Discussion Seminar on: HUMAN SECURITY IN THE CENTRAL AFRICAN REPUBLIC: PROSPECTS AND PERSPECTIVES DATE: Thursday 23 May 2019 VENUE: Sierra Burgers Park Hotel, Pretoria After seven years of cyclical conflict, the Central African Republic has recently seen the conclusion of two peace agreements, which bring promise to end violence.https://www.salo.org.za/a-consultation-with-transgender-people-and-organisations-representing-them/Tue, 26 Mar 2019 23:49:07 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/a-consultation-with-transgender-people-and-organisations-representing-them/The rights of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex (LGBTI) persons and especially transgender persons are facing a huge challenge of constant violation in South Africa, Africa and elsewhere in the world. Transgender persons suffer from denial of their basic human rights, including various forms of social exclusion, stigmatising social attitudes that constitute a form of symbolic violence, as well as actual attacks from the public.https://www.salo.org.za/public-dialogue-on-the-hate-crimes-and-hate-speech-bill-11th-march-2019/Mon, 11 Mar 2019 12:46:22 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/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 Bill at the University of Cape Town (UCT).https://www.salo.org.za/international-womens-day-event-8-march-2019/Fri, 08 Mar 2019 22:27:32 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/international-womens-day-event-8-march-2019/As part of International Womens Day, SALO and DIRCO co-hosted an incredible event in solidarity with the women of Western Sahara. On the 8th of March 2019, the Government of South Africa, joined by members of the diplomatic corps, civil society, and the broader citizens of South Africa hosted an International Women’s Day Colloquium in celebration of the role played by women in the Western Sahara struggle for self-determination.https://www.salo.org.za/community-dialogue-21-february-2019/Thu, 21 Feb 2019 22:08:55 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/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 2019 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.https://www.salo.org.za/multi-stakeholder-dialogue-on-the-hate-crimes-and-hate-speech-bill-29-january-2019/Tue, 29 Jan 2019 23:17:10 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/multi-stakeholder-dialogue-on-the-hate-crimes-and-hate-speech-bill-29-january-2019/On Tuesday 29th January 2019 the Southern African Liaison Office (SALO) facilitated Multi-stakeholder Dialogue on the Hate Crimes and Hate Speech Bill at Sierra Burgers Park Hotel, Pretoria. The dialogue was part of the ongoing series of engagements by the Deputy Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development, Hon John Jeffrey.https://www.salo.org.za/community-dialogue-in-mamelodi-13-dec-2018/Thu, 13 Dec 2018 12:41:54 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/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 the Deputy Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development, Hon John Jeffrey.https://www.salo.org.za/zimbabwe-dialogue-5-dec-2018/Wed, 05 Dec 2018 13:11:05 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/zimbabwe-dialogue-5-dec-2018/In partnership with the Norwegian Embassy and Norwegian People’s Aid, SALO is hosting a diplomatic briefing on Zimbabwe and current issues.https://www.salo.org.za/regional-peace-and-security-issues-jhb-multi-stakeholder-workshop/Mon, 26 Nov 2018 22:53:35 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/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 Chair of ANC International Relations Sub-committee, Ambassador Lindiwe Zulu, delivered the keynote address.https://www.salo.org.za/multi-stakeholder-dialogue-on-the-hate-crimes-and-hate-speech-bill-20-nov-2018/Tue, 20 Nov 2018 18:14:11 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/multi-stakeholder-dialogue-on-the-hate-crimes-and-hate-speech-bill-20-nov-2018/6 Spin Street, Cape Town CBD (near Parliament) On the 20th of November 2018, the Southern African Liaison Office (SALO) with direct support from the Norwegian Embassy in Pretoria, hosted a multi-stakeholder dialogue on the Hate Crimes and Hate Speech Bill.https://www.salo.org.za/whither-zimbabwe-post-election-dialogue-1-nov-2018-jhb/Thu, 01 Nov 2018 21:07:11 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/whither-zimbabwe-post-election-dialogue-1-nov-2018-jhb/The new government of Zimbabwe has a huge challenge of making economic and political reforms in order to resolve the deep systemic challenges facing the country. Some key changes are needed in various sectors and institutions to align with calls for economic reengagement and democratisation.https://www.salo.org.za/closing-ceremony-post-brics-civil-society-consultation-19th-october-2018/Fri, 19 Oct 2018 20:48:11 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/closing-ceremony-post-brics-civil-society-consultation-19th-october-2018/VENUE: Sunnyside Park Hotel, Johannesburg Speakers: Mr Mandla Hadebe, Civil BRICS Secretariat Mr M Basadien, BRICS & FOCAC Director, Branch: Asia & Middle East, DIRCO Facilitator: Dr Showers Mawowa, Southern African Liaison Officehttps://www.salo.org.za/morgan-tsvangirai-legacy-seminar-10-july-2018/Tue, 10 Jul 2018 22:04:10 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/morgan-tsvangirai-legacy-seminar-10-july-2018/The evident love and grief of millions of Zimbabweans across political divide for their former Prime Minister, after his passing on 14 February 2018, has affirmed his standing as a towering figure in Zimbabwe’s history. Tsvangirai, a former trade unionist and leader of democratic movements, led courageously in the darkest days for those movements and lived to see the end of President Mugabe’s rule.https://www.salo.org.za/multi-stakeholder-dialogue-on-the-hate-crimes-and-hate-speech-bill-28-june-2018/Thu, 28 Jun 2018 23:13:09 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/multi-stakeholder-dialogue-on-the-hate-crimes-and-hate-speech-bill-28-june-2018/Multi-stakeholder Dialogue on the Hate Crimes and Hate Speech Bill Pretoria, 28 June 2018 Keynote speaker: Hon. John Jeffery, Deputy Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development On the 28th of June 2018, SALO in partnership with the Embassies of Norway and the Netherlands hosted a multi-stakeholder dialogue on the Hate Crimes and Hate Speech Bill at the Sierra Burgers Park hotel in Pretoria.https://www.salo.org.za/salo-community-dialogue-9-april-2018/Mon, 09 Apr 2018 20:59:10 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/salo-community-dialogue-9-april-2018/A discussion on the state of Human Rights in general, and gender-based violence in particular, on the occasion of the visit of Kees van Baar, Human Rights Ambassador of the Netherlands, Rochus Pronk, Head of the Human Rights Team, Geneva, and Matthijs van Eeuwen, sr.https://www.salo.org.za/sadc-and-the-drc-crisis-20-march-2018/Tue, 20 Mar 2018 22:25:55 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/sadc-and-the-drc-crisis-20-march-2018/The deteriorating situation is the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) continues raise concern. Characterised by repression of dissent, which has resulted in the killing of protestors, an unclear elections roadmap, ambiguity on succession and an unreformed natural resource governance mechanism, the prevailing situation now poses significant threats to peace, stability and economic success in southern Africa.https://www.salo.org.za/community-dialogue-on-lgbti-issues-in-soweto-26-february-2018/Mon, 26 Feb 2018 22:34:57 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/community-dialogue-on-lgbti-issues-in-soweto-26-february-2018/(Karabo Primary school Naledi Soweto) In partnership with the Embassy of Ireland, Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands and South African Department of Justice, SALO will engage, through a series of meetings, with local stakeholders and community members to create a community-based approach in tackling the problem of gender-based violence, violence against lesbians and members of the LGBTI community in Soweto and the rest of South Africa.https://www.salo.org.za/multi-stakeholder-dialogue-are-free-fair-and-credible-elections-possible-in-zimbabwe/Thu, 22 Feb 2018 09:52:03 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/multi-stakeholder-dialogue-are-free-fair-and-credible-elections-possible-in-zimbabwe/Tuesday 27 February 2018 TIME: (9:00 Registration) 9:30pm to 13:00pm with a tea break and followed by lunch VENUE: Sierra Burgers Park Hotel, Pretoria Is a free and fair election possible in Zimbabwe? Will the country’s new government deliver on the promise of a credible election?https://www.salo.org.za/zimbabwes-predatory-state-launch-14-february-2018/Mon, 12 Feb 2018 07:16:11 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/zimbabwes-predatory-state-launch-14-february-2018/‘Zimbabwe’s Predatory State‘ in conversation with author Jabusile M. Shumba. Respondents Dr Siphamandla Zondi and Mr Deprose Muchena.https://www.salo.org.za/zimbabwe-the-morning-after/Wed, 29 Nov 2017 10:55:19 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/zimbabwe-the-morning-after/DATE: Friday, 1 December 2017 TIME: (09:30 Registration) 10:00am to 13:00pm VENUE: University of Johannesburg Auckland Park Kingsway A Les (LECTURE HALL) G02 – Ground floor, near the main library. Entrance no 1 on Kingsway The dialogue will analyse political developments in Zimbabwe in relation to the 2018 elections and the role that the region (specifically SA) and other external players should play.https://www.salo.org.za/the-role-of-sadc-in-the-elimination-of-poverty-28-september-2017-venue/Thu, 28 Sep 2017 22:25:06 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/the-role-of-sadc-in-the-elimination-of-poverty-28-september-2017-venue/On the 28th September 2017, the Southern African Liaison Office (SALO) together with the African Union Student Alliance (AUSA) hosted a seminar at the University of Pretoria. The purpose of the event was to allow students to engage with Pan African Institutions about combating poverty in SADC.https://www.salo.org.za/multi-stakeholder-dialogue-from-g20-to-brics-civil-society-engagement-and-government-perspectives-14-sept-2017/Sat, 23 Sep 2017 21:15:26 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/multi-stakeholder-dialogue-from-g20-to-brics-civil-society-engagement-and-government-perspectives-14-sept-2017/On the 14th of September 2017 SALO co-hosted a Multi-Stakeholder Dialogue with the Economic Justice Network (EJN) of the Fellowship of Christian Councils in Southern Africa and the Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung South Africa (FES) entitled “From G20 to BRICS: Civil Society Engagement and Government Perspectives” at Burgers Park Hotel in Pretoria.https://www.salo.org.za/dialogue-on-major-south-african-foreign-policy-trends-and-issues-of-2017-23-march-2017/Thu, 23 Mar 2017 23:18:00 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/dialogue-on-major-south-african-foreign-policy-trends-and-issues-of-2017-23-march-2017/Opening Remarks: Ms Renate Tenbusch, South Africa Resident Director, Friedrich-Ebert-Stiftung (FES) This workshop sought to address two main concerns, namely: What are likely to be the key items on SA’s Foreign Policy agenda for 2017? What are some of the key trends and considerations likely to inform the country’s international engagements in 2017?https://www.salo.org.za/the-hate-crimes-hate-speech-bill-23-february-2017/Fri, 24 Feb 2017 21:43:02 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/the-hate-crimes-hate-speech-bill-23-february-2017/Keynote Speaker: Hon Mr John Jeffery, Deputy Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development The Prevention and Combating of Hate Crimes and Hate Speech Bill provides for offences related to several forms of discrimination, including those on the basis of race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, and nationality.https://www.salo.org.za/south-africa-zimbabwe-dialogue-informal-economy-and-cross-border-trade-17-january-2017/Tue, 17 Jan 2017 23:12:26 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/south-africa-zimbabwe-dialogue-informal-economy-and-cross-border-trade-17-january-2017/Despite its significance within SADC and growing evidence of its contribution to poverty alleviation and food security, informal cross border trade (ICBT), is yet to occupy its rightful place in regional policy making. Discussions on regional integration remain largely biased towards big business.https://www.salo.org.za/salo-dialogue-the-state-of-lgbti-rights-protection-in-sa-with-a-focus-on-the-proposed-hate-crimes-bill-5-december-2016/Mon, 05 Dec 2016 23:01:40 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/salo-dialogue-the-state-of-lgbti-rights-protection-in-sa-with-a-focus-on-the-proposed-hate-crimes-bill-5-december-2016/**Date:** Monday 5 December 2016 Venue: Alliance Française, 155 Loop street, Cape Town PROGRAMME: Registration: 17H30 - 18H00 (Wine and light refreshments will be served) Chair: Marissa van Rensburg, SALO Speakers Keynote speaker: Deputy Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development, John Jeffery Sanja Bornman, Chairperson of the National Hate Crimes Working Group Mabhuti Mkangeli, Senior Community Fieldworker, The Triangle Project Open discussion: 19H15 - 20H00 Vote of thanks Wine and light refreshments will be served SALO would like to thank the following (in alphabetical order) for their direct support for this event: The Alliance Française du Cap and the Consulate General of France in Cape Town, Irish Aid and the Embassy of Ireland, Pretoria; The Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, Pretoria; Open Society Foundation for South Africahttps://www.salo.org.za/a-multi-stakeholder-dialogue-on-french-and-south-african-ogp-commitments-sharing-experiences-and-best-practices-on-co-creation-with-civil-society/Thu, 24 Nov 2016 23:58:11 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/a-multi-stakeholder-dialogue-on-french-and-south-african-ogp-commitments-sharing-experiences-and-best-practices-on-co-creation-with-civil-society/On Thursday 24 November 2016 SALO in collaboration with the Embassy of France in Pretoria and the Department of Public Service and Administration (DPSA) hosted: A Multi-stakeholder Dialogue on French and South African OGP Commitments: Sharing Experiences and Best Practices on Co-creation with Civil Society On 20 September 2016, South Africa handed over the chair of the Open Government Partnership to France.https://www.salo.org.za/dialogue-on-burundi-thursday-28-july-2016-pretoria/Thu, 28 Jul 2016 23:54:36 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/dialogue-on-burundi-thursday-28-july-2016-pretoria/On Thursday 28 July 2016, SALO hosted a multi-stakeholder dialogue on Burundi, reflecting on the current security situation, the role of women in peacebuilding and the prospects for peace in the country. The panel comprised of: Amb. Isaie Ntirizoshira, Burundian Ambassador to South Africa; Dr Martin Rupiya, Associate Professor from the Institute for African Renaissance Studies; Ms Mediatrice Barengayabo, a Burundian civil society activist; and Mr Andre van Straten, Deputy Director of Indian Ocean Islands in the Department of International Relations and Cooperation.https://www.salo.org.za/women-in-peace-building-lessons-from-south-sudan-co-hosted-by-salo-and-dirco-30-june-2016-pretoria/Thu, 30 Jun 2016 23:05:58 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/women-in-peace-building-lessons-from-south-sudan-co-hosted-by-salo-and-dirco-30-june-2016-pretoria/On the 30th of June 2016, SALO in partnership with the Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO), hosted a workshop entitled, The Role of Women in Peace-building: Lessons from South Sudan. This event highlighted the challenges that women face in the South Sudan peace process and opportunities for greater inclusion.https://www.salo.org.za/south-africa-china-zimbabwe-relations-8-june-2016-cape-town/Sat, 25 Jun 2016 11:58:33 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/south-africa-china-zimbabwe-relations-8-june-2016-cape-town/This topic was borne out of and sought to be a continuation of the discussion generated in our successful 2015 workshop on SA-Zim relations in partnership with FES. China was mentioned by panelists and participants alike several times, in the context of analysing SA-Zim relations.https://www.salo.org.za/forecasting-sa-foreign-policy-in-the-next-twenty-years-20-april-2016-cape-town/Wed, 20 Apr 2016 23:22:59 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/forecasting-sa-foreign-policy-in-the-next-twenty-years-20-april-2016-cape-town/South Africa’s overarching and key foreign policy objectives prioritise the African context as a pivot in its international engagements. Located within the context of cooperation and partnership, South Africa’s role and participation in global governance institutions represents a foreign policy priority.https://www.salo.org.za/un-women-salo-launch-of-the-global-study-on-the-implementation-of-un-security-council-resolution-1325-31-march-2016/Thu, 31 Mar 2016 23:24:05 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/un-women-salo-launch-of-the-global-study-on-the-implementation-of-un-security-council-resolution-1325-31-march-2016/On 31 March 2016, the Southern Africa Liaison Office (SALO) and the United Nations Entity for Gender Equality and Women’s Empowerment (UN Women) South Africa Multi-Country Office co-hosted a lunch launch of the Global Report ‘Preventing Conflict, Transforming Justice Securing the Peace: Implementation of UNSCR1325’ in Pretoria.https://www.salo.org.za/leaving-no-one-behind-strengthening-civil-societys-role-in-the-implementation-of-goal-16-of-the-un-2030-agenda-for-sustainable-development-22-march-2016-pretoria/Tue, 22 Mar 2016 11:20:20 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/leaving-no-one-behind-strengthening-civil-societys-role-in-the-implementation-of-goal-16-of-the-un-2030-agenda-for-sustainable-development-22-march-2016-pretoria/Civil society played an active role in the formulation of the Sustainable Development Goals. It is now important to consider the role of CSOs going forward, in ensuring effective implementation. This workshop aimed to explore how civil society can leverage on the complementarity between the Open Government Partnership (OGP), the AU’s Agenda 2063 and the UN’s 2030 Agenda.https://www.salo.org.za/major-sa-foreign-policy-trends-and-issues-for-2016-15-march-2016/Thu, 17 Mar 2016 08:34:10 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/major-sa-foreign-policy-trends-and-issues-for-2016-15-march-2016/In early 2015 SALO held a dialogue on Major South African Foreign Policy Trends and Issues for 2015 which received an overwhelming response, including a recommendation to annualize the dialogue. SALO therefore hosted a dialogue on the same theme for 2016, as part of an annual dialogue series.https://www.salo.org.za/speech-by-former-deputy-foreign-minister-and-current-sa-special-envoy-to-the-middle-east-and-chair-of-the-south-african-council-on-international-relations-mr-aziz-pahad/Thu, 17 Mar 2016 08:03:25 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/speech-by-former-deputy-foreign-minister-and-current-sa-special-envoy-to-the-middle-east-and-chair-of-the-south-african-council-on-international-relations-mr-aziz-pahad/Delivered at the SALO Annual Dialogue Series, Major South African Foreign Policy Trends and Issues for 2016 15 March 2016, at Burgers Park Hotel, Pretoria READ PDF here: AzizSpeech_SALO_15March2016https://www.salo.org.za/policy-brief-6-of-2015-persons-with-disabilities-in-africa-with-a-special-focus-on-migrants-24-nov-2015/Mon, 14 Dec 2015 08:36:10 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/policy-brief-6-of-2015-persons-with-disabilities-in-africa-with-a-special-focus-on-migrants-24-nov-2015/Based on a workshop held on 24th November 2015, Pretoria On the 24th of November 2015, SALO facilitated a dialogue in Pretoria on Persons with Disabilities in Africa with a Special Focus on Migrants. The main speakers included Ms. Anneline Sigamone - Deputy Director, Redeeming Hope for the Disabled; Mr.https://www.salo.org.za/policy-brief-5-of-2015-access-to-justice-for-lgbti-migrants-in-africa-19th-november-2015-cape-town/Thu, 10 Dec 2015 08:08:59 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/policy-brief-5-of-2015-access-to-justice-for-lgbti-migrants-in-africa-19th-november-2015-cape-town/On 19th of November 2015, SALO facilitated a dialogue in Cape Town on: access to justice for LGBTI migrants in Africa. The main speakers included, Hon John Jeffery, Deputy Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development; Isabella Matambanadzo, SALO board member and Zimbabwean gender activist; and Tatenda Ngwaru, from the LGBTI Refugee Unit of the refugee rights NGO, People Against Suffering, Suppression, Oppression and Poverty (PASSOP).https://www.salo.org.za/policy-brief-4-of-2015-south-africa-zimbabwe-relations/Tue, 08 Dec 2015 20:51:47 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/policy-brief-4-of-2015-south-africa-zimbabwe-relations/An assessment of South Africa’s mediatory role In Zimbabwe (2007-2013), as well as the current state of South Africa – Zimbabwe relations and possible future developments. 31st August 2015, at the University of Cape Town (UCT) This policy brief is based on a workshop held on August 31st 2015, which was designed to serve as a premise for SALO’s South Africa – Zimbabwe Volume II publication.https://www.salo.org.za/au-agenda-2063-and-un-agenda-2030-access-to-justice-for-women-in-conflict-situations-thursday-26-november-pretoria/Thu, 26 Nov 2015 23:38:16 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/au-agenda-2063-and-un-agenda-2030-access-to-justice-for-women-in-conflict-situations-thursday-26-november-pretoria/Africa has experienced a significant increase in women’s participation in politics. Yet the continent still faces many challenges regarding gender equity, particularly around access to justice for women in conflict situations. In the spirit of the African Union’s declaration of 2015 as the Year for Women’s Development and Empowerment, this workshop brought into focus the endeavour of ensuring the liberation and empowerment of women in line with the African Union’s 2063 Vision.https://www.salo.org.za/persons-with-disabilities-in-africa-with-a-special-focus-on-migrants-tuesday-24th-november-pretoria/Tue, 24 Nov 2015 23:01:56 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/persons-with-disabilities-in-africa-with-a-special-focus-on-migrants-tuesday-24th-november-pretoria/This workshop took place in the context of National Disability Rights Awareness Month in South Africa, and following the adoption of the new SDGs which seek to be more inclusive than the former MDGs, “leaving no one behind”. The dialogue explored the possible impact of the new SDGs on people with disabilities in Africa, especially migrants, with regards to advocating for greater access to health, education, and economic empowerment.https://www.salo.org.za/access-to-justice-for-lgbti-migrants-in-africa-19-november-2015-cape-town/Thu, 19 Nov 2015 23:46:03 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/access-to-justice-for-lgbti-migrants-in-africa-19-november-2015-cape-town/Within the context of the new SDGs’ vision to ’leave no one behind’, this dialogue explored the myriad challenges facing LGBTI migrants who have left their home countries seeking asylum in SA. It provided a space for dialogue between LGBTI migrants from across the continent, South African government representatives and members of civil society, within a rights framework.https://www.salo.org.za/closed-dialogueseminar-on-africa-europe-migration-and-mobility-in-addis-ababa-ethiopia-21-october-2015/Wed, 21 Oct 2015 23:06:04 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/closed-dialogueseminar-on-africa-europe-migration-and-mobility-in-addis-ababa-ethiopia-21-october-2015/On the 21st of October 2015, SALO partnered with Friedrich Ebert Stiftung (FES) and the European Centre for Development Policy Management (ECDPM) to host a closed dialogue/seminar on Africa-Europe migration and mobility in Addis Ababa Ethiopia.https://www.salo.org.za/development-dialogue-series-ensuring-inclusive-implementation-of-the-post-2015-development-agenda-focus-on-women-lgbti-migrants-and-people-with-disabilities-30-september-2015/Wed, 30 Sep 2015 21:44:06 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/development-dialogue-series-ensuring-inclusive-implementation-of-the-post-2015-development-agenda-focus-on-women-lgbti-migrants-and-people-with-disabilities-30-september-2015/Opening remarks: Ms Tamara Naidoo, SALO With the adoption of the post-2015 development framework set for end of this month at the UN General Assembly in New York, focus has now shifted towards implementation. While the rallying theme during the consultation process to draft the agenda has been “Leave no one behind”, it is important to ensure that implementation is equally inclusive.https://www.salo.org.za/consensus-building-dialogue-central-african-republic-sudansouth-sudan-2-september-2015/Wed, 02 Sep 2015 21:07:45 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/consensus-building-dialogue-central-african-republic-sudansouth-sudan-2-september-2015/The workshop held in Pretoria on the 2nd of September 2015, discussed the political developments in Central African Republic (CAR), the conclusion of the transitional government, the forthcoming elections in that country and implications for the Sub-region of the Economic Community of Central African States (ECCAS).https://www.salo.org.za/south-africa-zimbabwe-relations-31-august-2015/Mon, 31 Aug 2015 23:35:54 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/south-africa-zimbabwe-relations-31-august-2015/An assessment of South Africa’s mediatory role in Zimbabwe (2007-2013), as well as the current state of SA-Zim relations and possible future developments Date: Monday, 31 August 2015 Venue: University of Cape Town, Middle Campus, Kramer Law Lecture Theatre 3https://www.salo.org.za/hate-crimes-in-south-africa-26-august-2015-university-of-cape-town/Wed, 26 Aug 2015 23:10:46 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/hate-crimes-in-south-africa-26-august-2015-university-of-cape-town/For the past few years South Africa (SA) has had an increasing prevalence of intolerance and lack of social cohesion, which has resulted in violence out breaks throughout the country. On the backdrop of this rising violence towards the Lesbian, Gays, Bisexuals, Transgender and Intersex (LGBTI) persons in SA, the Southern African Liaison Office (SALO) hosted a dialogue on August 26th 2015 under the theme ‘Hate Crime in South Africa’.https://www.salo.org.za/policy-brief-2-of-2015-women-in-conflict-and-post-conflict-situations/Tue, 18 Aug 2015 10:10:59 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/policy-brief-2-of-2015-women-in-conflict-and-post-conflict-situations/Background Over the years, the Southern Africa Liaison Office (SALO) has hosted a number of workshops where women’s perspectives on various subjects were included. It is important to examine the way African women experience life and how women can contribute to peace building and peace keeping.https://www.salo.org.za/building-regional-and-international-consensus-burundi-lesotho-madagascar-and-zimbabwe/Wed, 12 Aug 2015 12:36:56 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/building-regional-and-international-consensus-burundi-lesotho-madagascar-and-zimbabwe/On 06 August 2015 SALO hosted a consensus building dialogue on Burundi, Lesotho, Swaziland and Madagascar. This dialogue focused on these countries within the context of recent multi-lateral interventions in the respective countries. Chair and Welcome Remarks: Ms Molly Dhlamini, Stakeholder Relations Manager, SALOhttps://www.salo.org.za/the-partnership-we-want-financing-for-a-transformative-post-2015-development-agenda-2-july-2015/Thu, 02 Jul 2015 14:29:20 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/the-partnership-we-want-financing-for-a-transformative-post-2015-development-agenda-2-july-2015/Summary of the main points made at the SALO workshop on the 2 July 2015 on: **The Partnership we want: Financing for a Transformative Post-2015 Development Agenda.** By Fowzia Davids, Research and Projects Intern in the SALO team “Some of the main analysis and commentary coming out of this dialogue shared by the panellists include; Dr Sheldon Moulton providing an update on the FFD negotiations thus far and what to expect from the Addis Conference.https://www.salo.org.za/roundtable-discussion-reactions-to-the-zero-draft-of-the-post-2015-development-agenda-18-june-2015/Thu, 18 Jun 2015 13:43:57 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/roundtable-discussion-reactions-to-the-zero-draft-of-the-post-2015-development-agenda-18-june-2015/Mr Sambulo Mathebula, Research and Coordination, SALO Mr Zane Dangor– Special advisor to the minister of Social Development Mr Richard Smith –Technical Advisor, ACTION Support and SALO Board member Closing remarks: Dr Showers Mawowa, Research, Development and Coordination Manager, SALOhttps://www.salo.org.za/womens-empowerment-and-development-towards-agenda-2063-au-summit-side-event-cocktail-11-june-2015/Sun, 14 Jun 2015 09:25:16 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/womens-empowerment-and-development-towards-agenda-2063-au-summit-side-event-cocktail-11-june-2015/On the 11th of June 2015, SALO hosted a Networking Cocktail on Women’s Empowerment, during the AU Summit; in the context of the AU Summit’s 2015 theme - Year of Women Empowerment and Development towards Africa’s Agenda 2063 - which focuses on empowering women through agriculture, entrepreneurship and peace and security initiatives.https://www.salo.org.za/salo-workshop-on-hate-crimes-21-may-2015/Sat, 30 May 2015 08:22:30 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/salo-workshop-on-hate-crimes-21-may-2015/On the 21st of May, The Deputy Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development, John Jeffery, addressed a SALO gathering in Cape Town on the topic of Hate Crimes, specifically pertaining to Xenophobia, sexual and gender-based violence, religious intolerance, and racism. Left- Right : Bram Hanekom- Director PASSOP, John Jeffrey- Deputy Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development; Lwazi Somya- SALO intern; Sheila Barsel- SACP Central Committee Member, Molly Dhlamini- Manager, Projects & Stakeholder Engagementhttps://www.salo.org.za/swaziland-suppression-of-terrorism-act-labor-unions-and-political-prisoners/Tue, 31 Mar 2015 20:10:07 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/swaziland-suppression-of-terrorism-act-labor-unions-and-political-prisoners/Tuesday 31 March 2015, Pretoria Chair: Bishop Rubin Phillip Tanele Thwala, the wife of Thulani Maseko The political situation in Swaziland is continuing to deteriorate with increased suppression of pro-democracy activity. Recently, a meeting of the Trade Union Congress of Swaziland (TUCOSWA) was disrupted by police and turned violent.https://www.salo.org.za/building-national-consensus-on-the-post-2015-development-agenda-goal-16-and-access-to-justice-in-sa/Thu, 26 Mar 2015 23:11:14 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/building-national-consensus-on-the-post-2015-development-agenda-goal-16-and-access-to-justice-in-sa/Date: Thursday 26 March 2015 Venue: Garden Court Nelson Mandela Boulevard, Cape Town Keynote: Mr Enver Daniels – Chief State Law Adviser: Department of Justice and Constitutional Development The inclusion of Goal 16 relating to the “Promotion of peace and inclusive societies for sustainable development and improving access to justice for all…” in the proposed sustainable development goals (SDGs), the subsequent endorsement by the UN synthesis report and the high likelihood of this goal being retained in the post-2015 framework to be adopted in September (2015) signals an imminent victory for the global advocacy campaign for the inclusion of peace, human security and justice in the post-2015 development framework.https://www.salo.org.za/address-by-the-deputy-minister-of-mineral-resources-mr-godfrey-oliphant-at-a-salo-workshop/Wed, 18 Mar 2015 12:32:43 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/address-by-the-deputy-minister-of-mineral-resources-mr-godfrey-oliphant-at-a-salo-workshop/16 March 2016, Pretoria Read PDF here: Address by the Deputy Minister of Mineral Resources SALOhttps://www.salo.org.za/extractive-futures-dialogue-series-workshop-challenges-and-opportunities/Mon, 16 Mar 2015 19:17:24 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/extractive-futures-dialogue-series-workshop-challenges-and-opportunities/Monday 16 March 2015 Burgers Park Hotel, Pretoria The “Extractive Futures Dialogue Series” is aimed at enhancing the sustainability and development contribution of resource extraction in South Africa and the region by facilitating multi-stakeholder dialogue, knowledge and experience sharing on international best practices in extractives transparency and the implementation of the African Mining Vision.https://www.salo.org.za/major-south-african-foreign-policy-trends-and-issues-for-2015-4-february-2015/Mon, 09 Feb 2015 09:36:35 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/major-south-african-foreign-policy-trends-and-issues-for-2015-4-february-2015/ Below - Keynote Speaker: Dr Eddie Maloka, Special Advisor to the SA Minister of International Relations and Cooperation and SA’s Special Envoy to the Great Lakes Regionhttps://www.salo.org.za/a-south-african-csos-consultative-workshop-on-post-2015-12-december-2014/Sat, 13 Dec 2014 09:33:52 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/a-south-african-csos-consultative-workshop-on-post-2015-12-december-2014/Facilitator: Ambassador George Nene, South Africa’s former Permanent Representative to the United Nations The process of developing a development framework that will succeed the millennium development goals (MDGs) is entering a critical stage with the UN Secretary-General expected to complete a synthesis report of all the inputs by mid-December 2014 to pave the way for inter-state negotiations.https://www.salo.org.za/sweden-and-south-africa-looking-back-and-moving-forward-together-for-tomorrow-27-november-2014/Fri, 28 Nov 2014 19:56:17 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/sweden-and-south-africa-looking-back-and-moving-forward-together-for-tomorrow-27-november-2014/Embassy of Sweden in cooperation with the Southern African Liaison Office (SALO) Sweden and South Africa – looking back and moving forward:Together for tomorrow Can old fashioned solidarity still play a role in foreign policy? Examples from history and today.https://www.salo.org.za/regional-workshop-on-extractives-revenue-transparency-extractive-futures-dialogue-series-13-nov-2014/Fri, 14 Nov 2014 13:06:43 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/regional-workshop-on-extractives-revenue-transparency-extractive-futures-dialogue-series-13-nov-2014/The Southern African Liaison Office (SALO) held a regional multi-stakeholder workshop on Extractives Revenue Transparency on the 13 of November 2014. The workshop was part of the “Extractive Futures Dialogue Series” aimed at enhancing the sustainability and development contribution of resource extraction in South Africa and the region by facilitating multi-stakeholder dialogue, knowledge and experience sharing on international best practices in extractives transparency.https://www.salo.org.za/womens-day-policy-dialogue-thursday-7th-august-2014/Thu, 07 Aug 2014 20:48:11 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/womens-day-policy-dialogue-thursday-7th-august-2014/“Women and Children in Conflict Situations: Gaza, Sudan/South Sudan and the Central African Republic” Date: Thursday 7 August 2014 Venue: Burgers Park Hotel, 424 Lilian Ngoyi St (Van der Walt Street), Pretoria Ms Venitia Govender - South Africa Office, Crisis Action; a founding member of SALO; and a South African activist From left to right: Ms Zeenat Adam – International Relations Strategist; former Director: Horn of Africa and Indian Ocean Islands, DIRCO; Ms Pregs Govender – Deputy Chair: South African Human Rights Commission; former ANC MP and Chair of Parliament’s Committee on Woman (‘96 - 02); SALO reference group member; Ms Litlhare Rabele – Programme Coordinator: Peace, Security and Gender, HURISA Ambassador Sikose Mji – Chief Director: Central Africa, Department of International Relations and Cooperation Ms Carmen Smith – ANC International Relations, South South Cooperationhttps://www.salo.org.za/building-international-and-regional-consensus-on-swaziland-15-may-2014-cape-town/Fri, 16 May 2014 15:07:18 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/building-international-and-regional-consensus-on-swaziland-15-may-2014-cape-town/In the wake of recent arrests of political activists in Swaziland, SALO hosted a workshop with speakers from the pro-democracy movement of Swaziland. Nation Magazine editor Bheki Makhubu and Human Rights Lawyer Thulani Maseko are still in custody along with PUDEMO President Mario Masuku and Maxwell Dlamini, General Secretary of the Swaziland Youth Congress.https://www.salo.org.za/madagascar-lessons-learnt-in-the-process-of-moving-from-an-illegal-government-to-a-legitimate-government/Wed, 23 Apr 2014 15:02:03 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/madagascar-lessons-learnt-in-the-process-of-moving-from-an-illegal-government-to-a-legitimate-government/Wednesday, 23rd April The Hon. Marius Fransman, Deputy Minister of the Department of International Relations and Cooperation, speaking on: “Madagascar: Lessons learnt in the process of moving from an illegal government to a legitimate government” Left - The Hon. Marius Fransman, Deputy Minister of the Department of International Relations and Cooperation.https://www.salo.org.za/workshop-on-the-rule-of-law-in-swaziland-16-april-2014-pretoria/Wed, 16 Apr 2014 19:49:39 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/workshop-on-the-rule-of-law-in-swaziland-16-april-2014-pretoria/There is mounting concern about the deterioration of the Rule of Law and the human rights situation in Swaziland. An example of this is the recent arrest of human rights lawyers Thulani Maseko and Bheki Makhubu, the Editor-in-Chief of The Nation Magazine for publishing opinion pieces that were critical of the Swazi government.https://www.salo.org.za/a-human-rights-day-policy-dialogue-focusing-on-gender-and-human-security-in-africa-particularly-violence-and-discrimination-against-lgbti-individuals/Tue, 25 Mar 2014 13:28:55 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/a-human-rights-day-policy-dialogue-focusing-on-gender-and-human-security-in-africa-particularly-violence-and-discrimination-against-lgbti-individuals/Tuesday 25th March 2014 Hon John Jeffery (MP) - Deputy Minister, Department of Justice and Constitutional Development “Thank you for the invitation to the Dialogue event. I am always impressed at the work that SALO does in contributing to building peace and security through facilitating dialogue and consensus nationally, regionally and on the continent and it is therefore a pleasure for me to be part of this Dialogue.https://www.salo.org.za/a-report-back-workshop-on-the-10th-plenary-of-the-kimberley-process/Thu, 06 Mar 2014 09:36:21 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/a-report-back-workshop-on-the-10th-plenary-of-the-kimberley-process/Thursday 06 March 2014, Pretoria Since South Africa’s 2013 chair of the Kimberley Process, SALO, through the EU-SA dialogue facility and working with SA’s Department of Mineral Resource, embarked on a process of research and convening multi-stakeholder dialogues aimed at building consensus on the Kimberley Process (KP).https://www.salo.org.za/salo-workshop-shaping-the-post-2015-development-agenda/Thu, 27 Feb 2014 16:47:32 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/salo-workshop-shaping-the-post-2015-development-agenda/Identifying opportunities for a renewed focus on peace and security as preconditions for sustainable development in Africa Thursday 27th February 2014, Pretoria The 22nd Ordinary Session of the African Union Summit adopted the African Common Position on the Post-2015 Development Agenda thus building momentum behind the assertion that Africa should lead the international debate on the Post-2015 framework.https://www.salo.org.za/salo-workshop-a-review-of-lessons-learnt-from-the-elections-in-southern-and-eastern-africa-in-2013/Thu, 06 Feb 2014 17:14:34 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/salo-workshop-a-review-of-lessons-learnt-from-the-elections-in-southern-and-eastern-africa-in-2013/Kenya, Zimbabwe, Swaziland, Mozambique, Madagascar 6 February 2014, Pretoria Hon. Obed Bapela, Deputy Minister in the Presidency and Head of ANC International Relations, was the keynote speaker. He gave an overview of the elections that had taken place throughout 2013 within the region and Kenya.https://www.salo.org.za/salo-workshop-south-africa-in-africa-20-years-into-democracy/Tue, 04 Feb 2014 17:42:38 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/salo-workshop-south-africa-in-africa-20-years-into-democracy/Tuesday 4th February 2014, Burgers Park Hotel, Pretoria Keynote Speaker: Ambassador Lindiwe Zulu (right), International Relations advisor in the South African Presidency receiving flowers from SALO’s Operations Manager, Francisca Mdleleni (left). Chair: Prof Chris Landsberg, Professor and Chair: African Diplomacy and Foreign Policy, University of Johannesburg 2nd Session: Ambassador Welile Nhlapo, former SA Ambassador to the United States and to Ethiopia and former Permanent Representative to the OAU Respondent: Piers Pigou, Project Director for Southern Africa: International Crisis Group (ICG) Chair: Aziz Pahad, former SA Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs from 1999-2008 during the Mandela and Mbeki presidencieshttps://www.salo.org.za/salo-workshop-reflections-on-the-first-round-of-the-malagasy-presidential-elections-and-the-prospects-for-peace-and-security-3-december-2013/Tue, 03 Dec 2013 18:12:37 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/salo-workshop-reflections-on-the-first-round-of-the-malagasy-presidential-elections-and-the-prospects-for-peace-and-security-3-december-2013/**Workshop Venue:**The Town House Hotel, Cape Town CBD Speakers: Enver Daniels- Chief State Law Adviser at the Department of Justice and Constitutional Development. Served as head of the Troika legal team on Madagascar. Tsiresy Bernard- Malagasy student at UCT, involved with civil society and community development organisations in Madagascar Zara Randriamanakoto- Malagasy student at UCT From left to right - Enver Daniels, Tsiresy Bernard and SALO’s Marissa van Rensburghttps://www.salo.org.za/a-workshop-on-the-role-of-the-kimberley-process/Tue, 12 Nov 2013 11:08:36 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/a-workshop-on-the-role-of-the-kimberley-process/From the 19th to the 22nd of November 2013, the Kimberley Process Certification Scheme (KPCS or KP), a tripartite global governance initiative bringing together governments, the diamond industry and civil society to curb the trade of conflict diamonds will be holding its 10th plenary meeting in Johannesburg.https://www.salo.org.za/salo-building-regional-and-international-consensus-workshop-egypt-and-western-sahara-5-september-2013/Fri, 06 Sep 2013 12:55:49 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/salo-building-regional-and-international-consensus-workshop-egypt-and-western-sahara-5-september-2013/First Session: Chair: Ms Carmen Smidt, ANC International Relations Manager, South South Cooperation To the left: Mr Ebrahim Ebrahim, Deputy Minister of International Relations and Cooperation of South Africa - Topic: Briefing on South African perspectives on two key foreign policy issues: Egypt and Western Sahara Second Session: From left to right: Mohamed Mohamed Yahia, Ambassador of Saharawi Arab Democratic Republic Prof.https://www.salo.org.za/building-regional-and-international-consensus-workshop-african-women-and-peace-building-with-a-focus-on-zimbabwe-drc-and-somalia-20-august-2013/Tue, 20 Aug 2013 12:41:07 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/building-regional-and-international-consensus-workshop-african-women-and-peace-building-with-a-focus-on-zimbabwe-drc-and-somalia-20-august-2013/First Session Panel from left to right - Fatima Swartz,Chairperson, ACTION Support Centre, Steering Committee Abshiro Said Haji Mohamed, South African Somali Women’s Network Zeenat Adam, DIRCO, Director, Horn of Africa and Indian Ocean Islands Isabella Matambanadzo, Zimbabwean feminist activist & SALO Ref.https://www.salo.org.za/zimbabwe-two-days-after-the-referendum-and-a-tribute-to-the-late-phyllis-naidoo-with-special-reference-to-her-time-in-exile-in-zimbabwe-18th-march-2013/Mon, 18 Mar 2013 12:29:19 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/zimbabwe-two-days-after-the-referendum-and-a-tribute-to-the-late-phyllis-naidoo-with-special-reference-to-her-time-in-exile-in-zimbabwe-18th-march-2013/**** Bishop Rubin Philip, Dean of the Province of the Anglican Church in Southern Africa and Chairperson of the SALO Board with Francisca Mdleleni (SALO Operations Manager) welcoming everyone to the event. Sukhthi Naidoo, daughter of the late ANC veteran Phyllis Naidoo, who died in Durban in February 2013.https://www.salo.org.za/building-regional-and-international-consensus-in-southern-africa-botswanazimbabwesouth-africa-diamonds/Thu, 31 Jan 2013 12:53:38 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/building-regional-and-international-consensus-in-southern-africa-botswanazimbabwesouth-africa-diamonds/31 January 2013, Burgers Park Hotel, Pretoria From left to right: Ambassador Welile Nhlapo (Former National Security Advisor to the South African President; and Chair of the Kimberley Process, as of 1 January 2013), HE Kenny Kiniotiro Kapinga (Botswana High Commissioner to South Africa), Vasu Gounden (Founder and Executive Director of the African Centre for the Constructive Resolution of Disputes (ACCORD) From left to right: Ambassador Roeland van de Geer (Head of the EU Delegation, Pretoria), Aziz Pahad (Former Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs of South Africa, 1994 - 2008), Ambassador Welile Nhlapo (Former National Security Advisor to the South African President; and Chair of the Kimberley Process, as of 1 January 2013) Inputs from members of KP civil society: Speaking from the floor Farai Maguwu (Director of the Centre for Resource Governance) You can access our Policy Dialogue Reports here.https://www.salo.org.za/building-regional-and-international-consensus-in-southern-africa-botswanazimbabwesouth-africa-refugees-migrants-diaspora/Wed, 30 Jan 2013 12:24:48 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/building-regional-and-international-consensus-in-southern-africa-botswanazimbabwesouth-africa-refugees-migrants-diaspora/30 January 2013, Burgers Park Hotel, Pretoria Facilitator: Tara Polzer Ngwato (Migration and conflict transformation expert and SALO consultant) Braam Hanekom, Director of PASSOP (left) and Bongani Masuku, International Relations Secretary, Congress of South African Trade Unions (right) Thoko Matshe (Africa Regional Coordinator,Olof Palme International Center) in the foreground addressing the panel: From left to right: Alice Mogwe (Director of Ditshwanelo, Botswana Centre for Human Rights), HE Kenny Kiniotiro Kapinga (Botswana High Commissioner to South Africa) and David Modiega (Civil society representative: The Botswana Civil Society Solidarity Coalition on Zimbabwe, and Chief Executive Officer of Churches United Against HIV & AIDS)https://www.salo.org.za/building-international-consensus-on-swaziland-zimbabwe-and-the-drc-october-2012-burgers-park-hotel-pretoria/Fri, 27 Jul 2012 14:28:50 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/building-international-consensus-on-swaziland-zimbabwe-and-the-drc-october-2012-burgers-park-hotel-pretoria/Participants at the Swaziland, Zimbabwe and DRC workshop H.E. Rosalind Marsden, EU’s Special Representative for Sudan/South Sudan. She was the keynote speaker at SALO’s first Building International Consensus workshop on Sudan/South Sudan, 27th July 2012,Burgers Park, Pretoria Bishop Rubin Philip, Dean of the Province of the Anglican Church in Southern Africa and Chairperson of the SALO Board.https://www.salo.org.za/public-dialogue-on-the-ancs-draft-international-relations-policy-document/Tue, 29 May 2012 14:06:03 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/public-dialogue-on-the-ancs-draft-international-relations-policy-document/Public dialogue on the ANC’s draft international relations policy document which at the time was due to be presented at the ANC policy conference in June 2012. The meeting was facilitated under the aegis of the EU –South Africa Dialogue on Peace and Security, on the 29th May 2012, Townhouse Hotel Cape Town **** Ambassador Lindiwe Zulu (International Relations Advisor in the South African Presidency) Seated from Left to Right: Hon Hargreaves Tisetso Magama, Chairperson, Portfolio Committee on International Relations and Cooperation, South African Parliament, Professor Brian Raftopolous (SALO Board member) and seated next to him Ambassador Lindiwe Zulu.https://www.salo.org.za/briefing-to-diplomats-by-ambassador-welile-nhlapo-south-africas-special-envoy-to-the-drc-pretoria-may-2012/Tue, 15 May 2012 17:30:44 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/briefing-to-diplomats-by-ambassador-welile-nhlapo-south-africas-special-envoy-to-the-drc-pretoria-may-2012/Participants interacting at a SALO briefing meeting to diplomats by South Africa’s Special Envoy to the DRC, Ambassador Welile Nhlapo Mr Hubert Tshiswaka (OSISA Programme Manager: Regional and International Advocacy for the DRC) expressing a view, seated next to him is the Olivier Richard then First Secretary at the French Embassy in South Africa Ambassador Welile Nhlapo and SALO researcher Sambulo Mathebula who was chairing the meeting.https://www.salo.org.za/launch-of-salos-project-in-support-of-the-eu-south-africa-dialogue-on-peace-and-security-3rd-may-2012-burgers-park-hotel-pretoria/Thu, 03 May 2012 10:16:35 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/launch-of-salos-project-in-support-of-the-eu-south-africa-dialogue-on-peace-and-security-3rd-may-2012-burgers-park-hotel-pretoria/Ambassador Lindiwe Zulu (President Jacob Zuma’s International Relations Advisor and Spokesperson for the SADC mediation team for Zimbabwe) with Rebone Tau (SALO Liaison and Advocacy Co-ordinator) posing with an exquisite shared birthday cake as their birthdays are on the same day: 22th April H.https://www.salo.org.za/may-2011-workshop-pretoria/Mon, 30 May 2011 12:21:30 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/may-2011-workshop-pretoria/The discussion was led by Ambassador Lindiwe Zulu, President Zuma’s International Relations Advisor and Spokesperson for the SADC endorsed mediation team on Zimbabwe Vasu Gounden (Founder and Executive Director of ACCORD), May 2011 (From left to right): Professor Chris Landsberg (SALO board, University of Johannesburg), Vasu Gounden (Founder and Executive Director of the Africa Centre for the Constructive Resolution of Disputes -ACCORD), Dewa Mavhinga (then Regional Coordinator for Crisis in Zimbabwe Coalition in South Africa), Isabella Matambanadzo (Zimbabwean Feminist and Activist), Deprose Muchena (OSISA Deputy Director) and Richard Smith (SALO Board) member and Chair of the session - at the podium.https://www.salo.org.za/680/Sat, 30 Oct 2010 12:27:58 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/680/The acting head of the World Bank in Zimbabwe, Mungai Lenneiye (right), greets Dr Ibbo Mandaza of executive director of the Southern African Political Economy Series (SAPES) Trust, before addressing a SALO forum in Pretoria (October 2010)https://www.salo.org.za/678/Sat, 30 Oct 2010 12:26:14 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/678/Colonel Ribbon Mosholi (ANC International Relations Manager North- South Cooperation), addresses a SALO workshop (October 2010)https://www.salo.org.za/676/Sat, 30 Oct 2010 12:25:11 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/676/Aziz Pahad, former SA Deputy Foreign Minister, pays tribute to two distinguished Swedish diplomats on their retirement, at a SALO workshop May 2010. Ambassador Sten Rylander and Tor Sellstrom of the Swedish International Development Agency (SIDA), spent decades in Southern Africa initially in support of the liberation movements.https://www.salo.org.za/684/Sun, 09 May 2010 12:30:10 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/684/Honourable Morgan Tsvangirai, MDC President and Prime Minister of Zimbabwe, addressing SALO’s Building International consensus network (9 May 2010)https://www.salo.org.za/690/Thu, 08 Oct 2009 12:34:19 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/690/PUDEMO President Mario Masuku speaks at SALO’s first Building International Consensus on Swaziland workshop in Pretoria shortly after his release from a year’s detention. (October 2009)https://www.salo.org.za/682/Thu, 30 Apr 2009 12:29:06 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/682/Hon. Elton Mangoma, then Zimbabwean Economic Planning and Investment Promotion Minister (now Minister of Energy and Power Development) speaking at a SALO investment workshop (April 2009)https://www.salo.org.za/688/Fri, 30 Jan 2009 12:32:31 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/688/South African Madam Justice Navanethem Pillay, UN Human Rights Commissioner, addressing a SALO meeting In Cape Town (January 2009).https://www.salo.org.za/dumiso-dabengwa-december-2008/Tue, 16 Dec 2008 16:09:02 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/dumiso-dabengwa-december-2008/Dumiso Dabengwa (former Zimbabwean Minister of Home Affairs and a former Zanu- PF Politburo member) addresses a SALO consensus-building workshop at Burgers’ Park Hotel in Pretoria (December 2008)https://www.salo.org.za/698/Fri, 12 Dec 2008 12:39:31 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/698/Simba Makoni (his former positions include: executive secretary of SADC, Zimbabwean Minister of Finance and Zanu-PF Politburo member) addressing a SALO workshop on Zimbabwe (December 2008).https://www.salo.org.za/deputy-minister-ebrahim-ebrahim-and-h-e-xavier-marchal-at-a-salo-forum/Sat, 30 Jun 2007 12:40:43 +0200https://www.salo.org.za/deputy-minister-ebrahim-ebrahim-and-h-e-xavier-marchal-at-a-salo-forum/From left to right: Thokozani Khupe, then MDC vice president (now Zimbabwe’s Deputy Prime Minister), Ebrahim Ebrahim, then head of the ANC International Affairs Committee (now Deputy Minister of International Relations and Cooperation’s) and H. E. Xavier Marchal, then European Commission ambassador to Harare (now European Commission ambassador to Ethiopia) addressing a SALO workshop (June 2007)