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🚀 LAUNCHING | Today The Deputy Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Mr Alvin Botes @DIRCO_SA & ICRC Southern Africa join @go2uj at the Colloquium marking the culmination of the 22nd All Africa Course on International Humanitarian Law (IHL) at the University of

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Highlights of the 8th South Africa-Brazil Joint Commission (JC),Co-Chaired by the Minister of International Relations and Cooperation of the Republic of #SouthAfrica, Mr @RonaldLamola , with Brazil's Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Federative Republic of #Brazil, Mr Mauro

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My dear friend, Mauro, ours is a partnership between two nations that understand that democracy and nation-building are always work in progress. Brazil has been a dependable ally and co-creator of a just global order. Our strong political ties and common histories place us is

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Ubuntu Radio, giving an African perspective to global affairs, tell the South African and African story.

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DIALOGUE | Today Deputy Minister Alvin Botes today joined the Nucleus Institute Seminar on “Middle Power Alignment: South Africa & Canada Perspectives” at The Maslow Hotel, Sandton.Deputy Minister formed part of the panel discussing“The Perils and Promise of the Middle Power Doctrine: The Political and Diplomatic Perspective”, and he unpacked how South Africa 🇿🇦 leverages multilateralism, strategic non-alignment and to shape a rules-based order.#MiddlePower #SAForeignPolicy #NucleusInstitute ...

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🚀 LAUNCHING | Today The Deputy Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Mr Alvin Botes & ICRC Southern Africa join @go2uj at the Colloquium marking the culmination of the 22nd All Africa Course on International Humanitarian Law (IHL) at the University of Johannesburg in Auckland Park. The Colloquium focused on South Africa’s role in promoting and developing IHL, the formal launch of the board game “Rapid Response: IHL”, and discussions on the voice of youth, artificial intelligence and Autonomous Weapons Systems.Conflicts in Africa are affecting millions, yet respect for IHL is under pressure. Traditional IHL teaching is no longer enough when conflicts move faster than classrooms.#RapidResponseIHL #UJ #DIRCO #ICRC #GenevaConventions ...

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Highlights of the 8th South Africa-Brazil Joint Commission (JC),Co-Chaired by the Minister of International Relations and Cooperation of the Republic of #southafrica, Mr @RonaldLamola , with Brazil's Minister of Foreign Affairs of the Federative Republi#brazilrazil, Mr Mauro Vieira at OR Tambo Building, in Pretoria toda#sabrazilrelationsti#BetterAfricaBetterWorldWoDepartment of International Relations and Cooperation, SAn, South African GovernmentnmSouth African BRICS Youth Associationation ...

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Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to commonly asked questions about our products and services.

What is Ubuntu Radio?

Ubuntu Radio is a product of the South African Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO). DIRCO through Branch: Public Diplomacy, launched Ubuntu Radio in October 2013 – Africa’s first Government online Radio station.

Where is the station situated?

The station is broadcasting daily from the fully-fledged production and broadcasting studios situated on the 3rd floor, Branch: Public Diplomacy, DIRCO head office.

Who owns the station?

The station is fully owned and controlled by DIRCO

What type of programmes are featured on Ubuntu Radio?

The vision of the station is to provide a platform for news and dialogue on South Africa’s foreign policy position and objectives. Tell African stories from an African perspective. It aims to create a fair and balanced representation of the work of the department and government as a whole; and to clearly and consistently present the policies of the Government of South Africa.

What is the station’s vision?

Why a government radio station?

Although reliable news sources exist, there are times when the news of the day is littered with inaccuracies, misrepresentations of government or is factually incorrect. DIRCO seeks to address this by providing a platform for the department and government to proactively communicate news and information opposed to being reactive.

How do I access Ubuntu Radio?

It is available on the internet (www.ubunturadio..com) and you can also download the application for mobile devices and smart phones.

What about other departments with an international mandate?

Other government departments and institutions with an international mandate are participating in the programming with the provision of content/updates (Departments of Tourism, Trade and Industry, Brand South Africa etc)

About the station

Ubuntu Radio, launched by the Department of International Relations and Cooperation (DIRCO) of South Africa, is an innovative online, 24-hour radio station designed to enhance communication regarding South Africa's foreign policy. It stands out as the first of its kind in Africa, operating under a government institution for non-commercial purposes. The station follows a "Talk Radio" format, aiming to create a platform for discussions and exchanges of ideas on diplomacy and international relations.

Accessible through www.ubunturadio.com and on DSTV Audio Bouquet Channel 888, Ubuntu Radio targets a global audience, including both South African citizens and the international community. Its content is shared with key media partners, such as SABC’s Channel Africa and community radio stations, to extend its reach.

The station's objectives include raising public awareness, fostering public discourse on South Africa’s foreign policy, and engaging a wide range of stakeholders, including opinion makers, scholars, diplomats, and students. The decision to choose an internet-based platform reflects the global trend and the effectiveness of online radio in reaching diverse, international audiences.

Ubuntu Radio offers live broadcasts of major DIRCO events, announcements, and campaigns, making it an essential source of trustworthy, up-to-date news on South Africa’s foreign policy. Through its broad reach and multimedia capabilities, the station has become a vital tool for stimulating meaningful discussions on the country's foreign relations.