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9 Oct

{PODCAST} Listen to An Analysis of South Africa's participation in the #UN General Assembly 2026 - Priyal Singh by UbuntuRadioZA on #SoundCloud
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29 Sep

International Relations and Cooperation Minister Ronald Lamola speaks to @UbuntuRadioZA at the conclusion of his visit to USA as head of the South African delegation to #UNGA81. 28/09/2026

FULL INTERVIEW | https://youtu.be/sCZY5A7KW-csi=JQnwf_24w0X2GHxY

#SAatUN
#UNGA81

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Ubuntu Radio DSTV888

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29 Sep

#SAatUN
#UNGA81

DIRCO South Africa @DIRCO_ZA

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Ubuntu Radio DSTV888

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28 Sep

#UNGA81
#SAatUN

'Past wrongs will not right themselves.

Historical distortions do not correct themselves.

And progress is always a product of struggle.

We need to remain resilient to move forward in building society free of racism, xenophobia and related intolerances'.

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

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Today Deputy Minister Alvin Botes meeting with the Consulate General of Italy, Giulio Mignacca in Cape Town 14/10/2026South Africa 🇿🇦 and Italy 🇮🇹 maintain strong bilateral relations spanning political, economic, cultural, and agricultural cooperation, anchored by their membership in the #G20South Africa is Italy's top trading partner in Sub-Saharan Africa, while Italy ranks as one of South Africa's major European trading partners. Italy exports high-value machinery, industrial goods, and manufactured products to South Africa, while importing South African coal, gold, steel, and iron. Cooperation expanded with the inaugural South Africa-Italy Agribusiness Forum in Cape Town, which featured technical agreements including Italian table grape exports to South Africa and goals to boost agricultural innovation and value-addition. @dircoza@italyinsouthafrica@iicpretoria_ @italyincapetown @italyinjohannesburg ...

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🇿🇦🇯🇵 Yesterday, 13 October 2026, Deputy Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Mr @AlvinBotes74959 , met with Ambassador of Japan to South Africa, H.E. Shimizu, to strengthen bilateral relations and cooperation between South Africa and Japan.📸Boitumelo Mangole@DIRCO_ZA#sajapanrelations #BetterAfricaBetterWorld🇿🇦🇯🇵 maintain a well-established Strategic Cooperation Partnership anchored by deep economic, technological, and diplomatic ties. Total two-way trade ranges between R132 billion and R155 billion annually, with South Africa consistently maintaining a favorable trade surplus driven by mineral and automotive exports. ...

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The Deputy Minister of DIRCO 🇿🇦, Mr Alvin Botes, met with the Consul-General of Belgium🇧🇪, Mr Nicolas Fierens, on 13 October 2026 to discuss matters of mutual interest and strengthen diplomatic relations and cooperation between 🇿🇦 and 🇧🇪South Africa and Belgium maintain strong bilateral relations anchored in democracy, multilateralism, trade, and cooperative development. Belgium ranks as one of South Africa’s key European economic and export partners (serving as a top 10 export destination. #SABelgiumRelations ...

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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.