SALO highlights
News, notices and events from SALO.
“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 …
SALO joins South Africa and the world in celebrating the life of Minister Edna Molewa, following her sudden passing.
Minister Molewa was known for her dedicated political activism. She began challenging apartheid in the ranks of the civics and trade union movement as well as the ANC’s liberation army Umkhonto we Sizwe. She was targeted by the repressive …
Rebone Tau with newly elected COSATU president, Zingiswa Losi
SALO’s Rebone Tau with newly elected COSATU president, Zingiswa Losi at the COSATU conference in Midrand on Tuesday 17th September
SALO's Rebone Tau speaking at a Men and Boys dialogue - 28 Aug 2018
SALO’s Rebone Tau speaking at a Men and Boys dialogue hosted by Department of Women and Government of Free State today. - 28 August 2018
Civil Society Dialogue on SADC-EU EPAs - 22 August 2018
Participants attending the civil society dialogue on SADC -EU EPAs hosted by SALO, Southern African Trust and Friedrich Ebert Stiftung (FES). 22 August 2018 at SAT offices in Kyalami.
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 …
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 …
SawaSouthSudan virtual summit connecting women activists in South Sudan to leaders from around the world
**SawaSouthSudan, a virtual summit streamed from Nairobi connecting women activists in****South Sudan to leaders from around the world** Date: 25th of May – Africa Day Venue: Sierra Burgers Park Hotel Hosted by SALO SAWA South Sudan was a …
Why are you supporting the SawaSouthSudan Summit?
For Navi Pillay, it’s because the women of South Sudan have suffered for far too long. Share your reasons for participating in the comments below and don’t forget to RSVP at https://www.sawasouthsudan.com/
Virtual summit connecting the women of South Sudan to the world.
YOU’RE INVITED: SawaSouthSudan is a virtual summit connecting the women of South Sudan to the world. Streaming live on Africa Day, 25th May 2pm EAT. Find out more here: https://www.sawasouthsudan.com/
GBV community screening – 17th April 2018, Sizimisele Technical school, Khayelitsha
On the 17th April 2018 SALO facilitated a community screening and dialogue with high school learners in Khayelitsha, talking about on gender based-violence. The session started with a screening of a clip of South African teenagers speaking …
SALO mourns the loss of Ambassador George Nene - 7 April 2018
SALO mourns the loss of Ambassador George Nene who was a Senior Associate of SALO. Our heart goes out to his family and friends during this very difficult time. DIRCO Media statement: 07 April 2018 Minister Sisulu extends condolences to the …
SALO Deputy Director, Dr Showers Mawowa at World Bank Fragility Forum in Washington DC
In March 2018, SALO Deputy Director, Dr Showers Mawowa attended the World Bank Fragility Forum in Washington DC under the theme, Managing Risks for Peace and Stability. Dr Mawowa (centre) was one of the presenters for panel discussion on …
Celebrating South Africa's hard-won rights on Human Rights Day - 21 March 2018
Human Rights Day is a day for celebration, as well as solemn reflection. South Africa’s Bill of Rights is world-renowned for its inclusive protection of Human Rights, making SA one of the first countries in history to outlaw discrimination …
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 …
SALO welcomes the appointment of Minister Lindiwe Zulu as Chair of the ANC’s International Relations Committee
SALO wishes to extend its heartfelt congratulations to the incoming Chair of the ANC’s International Relations Committee, Minister Lindiwe Zulu. The Minister’s appointment brings considerable skill and talent to the committee - with her …
Op-Ed: #MeToo #HerToo – disparity in Africa
Written by Cormac Smith (First Published on the 28th of Feb 2018: https://www.dailymaverick.co.za/article/2018-02-28-op-ed-metoo-hertoo-disparity-in-africa/#.WpfVCehuaUk Social media facilitated the spread of the #MeToo #HerToo awareness …
Morgan Tsvangirai
Morgan Tsvangirai, Zimbabwe’s veteran opposition leader has died at the age of 65. May 2010- BIC workshop at which he was the main speaker. “Thank you for allowing me this opportunity to be with you today. In particular, I wish to recognize …
SALO Associate Rebone Tau with ANC President, Comrade Cyril Ramaphosa.
SALO Associate Rebone Tau, a leading ANC Youth League activist, with the new ANC President, Comrade Cyril Ramaphosa.
