Queen Elizabeth

Queen Elizabeth: monarch who had to adjust to the shift from Empire to Commonwealth

There is every evidence that she delighted in meeting Nelson Mandela, the one political leader who ignored royal protocol by simply greeting her by her Christian name whenever he met her, and she took no offence

Roger Southall -Professor of Sociology, University of Witwatersrand·over 1 year ago

President Cyril Ramaphosa sends condolences to the British Royal Family

"Her Majesty was an extraordinary and world-renowned public figure who lived a remarkable life. Her life and legacy will be fondly remembered by many around the world. The Queen’s commitment and dedication during her 70 years on the t...

Presidency Press·over 1 year ago

Queen Elizabeth, colonialism and land: ghosts of the past still haunt Cape Town today

British monarch Queen Elizabeth II’s passing has elicited many polarised responses, in the process allowing the ghosts of the past to resurface

Adam Haupt- University of Cape Town·over 1 year ago

President undertakes working visits to United States of America and United Kingdom

In Washington DC, President Ramaphosa and his delegation will meet Congressional leaders and the veterans of the Civil Rights Movement who were instrumental in lobbying the American public against apartheid and who remain loyal to the ...

Presidency Press·over 1 year ago