By Johnathan Paoli
The African National Congress has welcomed what it describes as “significant progress” in global efforts to end the devastating conflict between Russia and Ukraine.
It has commended South Africa’s role in leading a peace initiative that has positioned the country as a credible advocate for diplomacy on the world stage.
ANC national spokesperson Mahlengi Bhengu-Motsiri said South Africa’ has sustained engagement in international mediation since 2023, when President Cyril Ramaphosa, alongside leaders from six African nations, embarked on a mission to Kyiv and Moscow to meet Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky and Russian President Vladimir Putin.
“As a global advocate, champion and mainstay for peace, the ANC notes with appreciation a seed that had germinated into hope, heralding an end to the conflict. We commend the leadership of President Ramaphosa and the ANC subcommittee on International Relations for their role in the peace initiatives,” Bhengu-Motsiri said.
The delegation,
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