In the build up to the Election of Non-Permanent Members of the #UNSC, 2027-2028, Ambassador Mxolisi Nkosi was honoured to have a courtesy meeting with Dr. Johann Wadephul, the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Germany.
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- “In Africa there is a concept known as ‘ubuntu’ – the profound sense that we are human only through the humanity of others; that if we are to accomplish anything in this world it will in equal measure be due to the work and achievement of others” - Nelson MandelaPeople caught in crises need protection, dignity and help when disasters strike. Flexible support from partners like South Africa helps humanitarians respond where needs are greatest. #OCHAthanks South Africa🇿🇦 for their support to @UNOCHA and @OCHAFunds - when it matters most.
- During the consideration of the #UN80 Initiative Progress Report by the UNSG, Amb Mxolisi Nkosi underscored the importance of the UN’s development mandate calling for the UN80 Initiative to preserve the development mandate, by supporting Agenda 2030 and the Pact for the Future.
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The #AfricaDay (May 25) Annual African Union -USA Flag Raising Ceremony organized by the #NYC African Council at Bowling Green Park Triangle brought together African and American leaders. The highly symbolic event featured performances and speeches from the representatives of the
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- Amb. Nkosi at the #UNSC Open Debate on “Upholding the Purposes and Principles of the UN Charter and Strengthening the UN Centred International System” expressed deep concern about the erosion of the principles of the UN Charter, calling on all states to respect international law.
- Amb Mxolisi Nkosi delivered South Africa’s Statement during the UNSC Debate on the Protection of Civilians in Armed Conflict, reiterating SA’s call on parties to conflicts to adhere to obligations under international law, and the regulation of arms exports to countries involved
- South Africa, Jordan, Brazil, China, France, Kazakhstan as the founding states of the Global Initiative for International Humanitarian Law, and other states that have joined, as well as the ICRC to encourage states participate in the high-level conference in Jordan on 7 December
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Seasoned South African diplomat Zaheer Laher will be South Africa's next Ambassador the United Nations in Geneva, replacing Mxolisi Nkosi who now heads the mission at the United Nations in New York. #sabcnews
- Amb Nkosi met with Ms Winnie Byanyima, Executive Director of UNAIDS, to discuss issues of common interest, support for the mandate of UNAIDS as well as the upcoming High-Level meeting, 22-23 June 2026, that will adopt an intergovernmental political declaration.
- Amb Nkosi delivered the National Statement at the International Migration Review Forum Reaffirming our commitment to the full and effective implementation of the GCM, he stressed the responsibility of sending & transit states concerning irregular migration.
- Amb Nkosi paid a courtesy call on the Permanent Observer of the AU Mission, Amb Edrees, renewing South Africa’s commitment to the AU towards fostering unity & cohesion of African States in advancing and defending Africa’s security and development goals as expressed in Agenda 2063
