The Department of Sport, Arts and Culture, in collaboration with the Government of Cuba and with support from the University of South Africa (UNISA), will today, 08 July 2025 host a Joint Commemoration Lecture on the Cuito Cuanavale Battle in Pretoria. This event marks a significant moment of historical solidarity, honouring the deep-rooted military and political cooperation between South Africa and Cuba in the struggle for liberation and justice on the African continent.
This lecture was hosted under the theme: “Unwavering and United Pact in Remembrance of the Discipline and Solidarity Displayed during Cuito Cuanavale Battle”
This Lecture was addressed by distinguished Military Veterans and a historian from South Africa, reflecting on the significance of Cuito Cuanavale battle in the broader context of African liberation and anti-colonial resistance.
Notable Speakers Include:
From South Africa:
General Tony Nyembe
General Abel Shilubane
General Titus Matlakeng
From Cuba:
Colonel Venacio Avila Guerrero
Colonel Manuel Rojas Garcia
Dr Oscar Oramas
The Deputy Minister of Sport, Arts and Culture, Ms Peace Mabe, will deliver the Welcoming Address.
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Ms Zimasa Velaphi, Head of Communication and Marketing: Department of Sport, Arts and Culture │Email: ZimasaV@dsac.gov.za │ Cell: +27 (0) 72 172 8925
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