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On the sidelines of 4th #FOCAC Ministerial Coordinators Meeting, 🇿🇦 South Africa's Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Mr @RonaldLamola, met with his Chinese 🇨🇳 counterpart, Foreign Minister of the People's Republic of China, Mr Wang Yi for Bilateral engagements…

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[WATCH]: Minister of International Relations and Cooperation 🇿🇦 , Mr @RonaldLamola attending the Fourth China-Africa Economic and Trade Expo,#Changsha, People's Republic of China 🇨🇳. Minister also met SA Designer @thulasindi , Absa China's Chief Excutive Mr Klaus-Dieter Kaempfer

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#FlashBackFriday Today we reflect back on the conversation between @thelma_onradio and Abby Jacobs, the Marketing and Promotions Manager for North Europe at South African Tourism, following South African Tourism’s double victory at the International Tourism Film Festival Africa…

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

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#FlashBackFriday Today we reflect back on the conversation between Thelma Hlongwane and Abby Jacobs, the Marketing and Promotions Manager for North Europe at South African Tourism, following South African Tourism’s double victory at the International Tourism Film Festival Africa (ITFFA) for the recognition of its innovative "Live South Africa" campaign localized for a North Europe audience, aimed at attracting travellers from the Netherlands, Belgium and Sweden (North Europe) to experience and “live” South Africa through the eyes of locals. If you missed the conversation, you can still…Listen here 👉🏽 tinyurl.com/yw36ztneWatch here 👉🏽 youtu.be/orqarf7jBoc#SouthAfrica #WeDoTourism #LiveSouthAfrica ... See MoreSee Less

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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.