Remarks by the Minister of International Relations and Cooperation Mr Ronald Lamola to introduce President Ramaphosa at the SADC Public Lecture
| “The world is undergoing significant transformation. Great power competition is intensifying. Advanced economies are turning inward. Events beyond our region affect food and energy security as well as jobs and livelihoods. Pandemics and climate disasters are a recurring threat. Trade is weaponised to punish countries that don’t toe the line. Competition for Africa’s mineral wealth is prompting talk of another scramble for Africa. Read More |