insert_link Uncategorized SADC holds 44th summit in Harare The Southern African Development Community is holding its 44th Ordinary Summit in Harare, Zimbabwe. This annual summit, attended by Heads of State and Government from the 16 SADC member states, is the key policy-making event for the region, setting overall policy direction and managing the community's functions. Here is the Executive Director of the Ministry of International Relations and Cooperation, Penda Naanda. The Harare Times reports that President […] todayAugust 15, 2024 42
insert_link South Africa South Africa Confirms 44th SADC Summit Will Proceed in Zimbabwe Amid Human Rights Concerns South Africa's Department of International Relations and Cooperation states South Africa cannot move the 44th SADC summit from Zimbabwe. This comes as calls for action mount against Zimbabwe’s crackdown on opposition and civil society. Amnesty International and Human Rights Watch demand the release of those arrested. Spokesperson, Chrispin Phiri emphasised the need for dialogue to address unrest ahead of the summit: todayAugust 13, 2024 28