His Excellency Mahash Saeed AlHameli, Ambassador of the United Arab Emirates, attended the Tourism Investment Forum Africa (TIFA) 2025, held from 27 to 29 August in the City of uMhlathuze, KwaZulu-Natal. TIFA 2025 convened government leaders, investors, financial institutions, and tourism stakeholders to promote partnerships and innovative financing for sustainable tourism growth across Africa.
His Excellency Mahash Saeed AlHameli, Ambassador of the United Arab Emirates, attended the Tourism Investment Forum Africa (TIFA) 2025, held from 27 to 29 August in the City of uMhlathuze, KwaZulu-Natal. TIFA 2025 convened government leaders, investors, financial institutions, and tourism stakeholders to promote partnerships and innovative financing for sustainable tourism growth across Africa.
The United Arab Emirates has delivered 91 tonnes of urgent medical aid to the Republic of Botswana in response to the national health emergency declared by H.E. President Duma Boko.
The UAE Youth 20 (Y20) Delegation participated in the G20 youth engagement track, held from 18 to 22 August 2025 in Johannesburg, contributing to global discussions on innovation, sustainability, and youth leadership.
On behalf of President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Sheikh Shakhboot bin Nahyan Al Nahyan, Minister of State, led the UAE delegation to the Africa Water Investment Summit in Cape Town. The delegation included Abdulla Balalaa, Assistant Minister for Energy and Sustainability. Convened as part of South Africa’s G20 Presidency, the summit aimed to mobilise investment in climate-resilient water and sanitation projects to drive water security, economic growth, and sustainable development across Africa.
The UAE National Wheelchair Basketball Team arrived in South Africa to participate in the 3×3 World Championship, proudly carrying the spirit of the UAE with strength and determination. They were warmly welcomed by H.E. Mahash Saeed Al Hameli, UAE Ambassador to South Africa; Colonel Staff Abdullah Mohamed Al Tunajji, UAE Military Attaché; and Ms. Ancilla Smith, CEO of Special Olympics South Africa. We are proud of our athletes of determination who raised the UAE flag with pride and resilience on the global stage, reflecting the nation’s spirit and values.
H.E. Mahash Saeed Al Hameli, UAE Ambassador to South Africa, met with H.E. Ganief Hendricks, Deputy Minister of Social Development, to discuss key areas of social development and explore opportunities for collaboration between the two countries.
