
Gjermund Saether
@norambsa
Norwegian Ambassador to South Africa, Madagascar, Botswana, Namibia and SADC. Ambassador designete to Lesotho and Zimbabwe. Resident in Pretoria.
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http://www.norway.no/en/south-africa/ 14-01-2015 12:52:39
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Today, rescuers have been working in more than 30 Ukrainian cities and villages following Russia’s massive strike. Wherever necessary, work continues – our emergency services are on the ground, providing assistance and supporting people. Thank you. Nearly 300 attack drones were

Today, I met Mohammad Mustafa, PM of Palestine, to discuss the situation in 🇵🇸. PM of Palestine is doing important work to build a resilient Palestinian state. They need our support, now more than ever.




It was a great pleasure to host a dinner with Masimanyane WRI, plus guests from many embassies and The Presidency 🇿🇦.We need to fight for women’s rights, including for Sexual and Reproductive Health and Rights. In the fight against SGBV, innovation is needed. ⚽️can be used to reach all!



An honor to attend the funeral proceedings of ANC - African National Congress stalwart Gertrude Shope.She fought against economic oppression and apartheid, as well as leading on women’s rights.Proud that our cooperation with DIRCO South Africa on WPS carries her name 🇳🇴🇿🇦Good speeches by Cyril Ramaphosa 🇿🇦 daughter





Today, I had a meaningful exchange with Tom Fletcher Tom Fletcher. We discussed UN reform, the dire situations in Gaza and Sudan - and the immediate need for humanitarian access. As humanitarian needs grow, Norway remains a predictable partner, committed to international law.


ICC is essential for fighting impunity. Zane Dangor Sophie Mokoena DIRCO South Africa Minister: International Relations and Cooperation Khayelihle Rafiq Khumalo-James Diplomacy South Africa


Good conversation with Dmytro Dmytro Lubinets on how Norway can support the return of Ukrainian children, PoWs, civilians held by Russia. The human dimension of a future ceasefire/peace agreement is important. 🇳🇴 supports 🇺🇦 on its way to a just and lasting peace.


The people of Ukraine need peace – now. Norway supports Ukraine’s freedom fight and defense against Russia’s aggression. FM Espen Barth Eide was pleased to welcome 1st Deputy Minister Sergiy Kyslytsya 🇺🇦 to Norway today.


Today, the Foreign Ministers of Australia, Canada, New Zealand, Norway and the United Kingdom have announced sanctions targeting Itamar Ben-Gvir and Bezalel Smotrich for inciting violence against Palestinians in the West Bank. 🇦🇺🇨🇦🇳🇿🇬🇧🇳🇴 Joint statement: regjeringen.no/en/whatsnew/de…


The work to promote peace and reconciliation has been a long standing priority in Norway’s foreign policy. It is not always successful, but more important than ever. South Africa is a key partner in our work 🇿🇦🇳🇴DIRCO South Africa Zane Dangor Sophie Mokoena ACCORD ISS