DStv Channel 403 Thursday, 19 February 2026

SA secures re-election to UN Human Rights Council

NEW YORK - South Africa is strengthening its voice on the global stage after securing re-election to the United Nations Human Rights Council for the 2026 to 2028 term.

The country is a founding member of the Council and is returning at a symbolic time as the nation marks 30 years of its Constitution.

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Parliament’s International Relations Committee has welcomed the move, describing it as a vote of confidence in an ongoing role to promote human rights, peace and international law.

Authorities say the appointment reinforces South Africa's commitment to multilateral diplomacy.

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