Media Statements

The African National Congress (ANC) welcomes the announcement by President Cyril Ramaphosa of the appointment of Mr Mcebisi Jonas as his Special Envoy to the United States of America. This appointment is a reaffirmation of South Africa’s strategic intent to deepen bilateral and multilateral relations anchored in mutual respect, shared interests, and inclusive development.

Mr Jonas credentials reflect an unwavering commitment to South Africa’s constitutional democracy, economic renewal, and global cooperation. His prior service as Deputy Minister of Finance and as one of President Ramaphosa’s Investment Envoys has demonstrated his capacity to advance South Africa’s developmental agenda and inspire investor confidence.

The ANC is confident that Mr Jonas will, in his new role, promote South Africa’s priorities including trade, investment, technology exchange, and youth development, while ensuring that our voice remains prominent in global dialogue on peace, equity and sustainability.

The ANC reiterates its belief in progressive multilateralism, international solidarity, and respectful diplomacy. As relations between South Africa and the United States evolve, we are encouraged by this move to strengthen engagement through principled dialogue and the pursuit of common goals that serve both our nations and the broader African continent.

This appointment comes at a time when the world requires cooperation over confrontation, dialogue over division. We therefore support President Ramaphosa’s firm commitment to ensuring that South Africa’s foreign policy remains a tool for transformation, development, and peaceful global engagement.

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