Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi welcomed South African President Cyril Ramaphosa in New Alamein City on Sunday, October 4, 2026. The meeting took place on the sidelines of the 8th Mid-Year Coordination Meeting of the African Union. President El-Sisi expressed Egypt's pride in its historical and distinguished relations with South Africa. He emphasized the country's keenness to continue working together to elevate bilateral relations to broader horizons.
The Egyptian President highlighted the importance of activating existing cooperation frameworks between the two countries. He also expressed his welcome for the formation of a business council between Egypt and South Africa. This council aims to utilize the significant capabilities and assets of both nations, contributing to the advancement of development and economic integration in the African continent.
President Cyril Ramaphosa expressed his appreciation for Egypt's role in supporting African cooperation. He emphasized South Africa's commitment to enhancing cooperation and coordination with Egypt. This is particularly significant given the shared visions of both countries on various African and international issues. Ramaphosa praised Egypt's hosting of the African Union's coordination meeting and its efforts to support integration and development in the continent.
During the meeting, the two presidents exchanged views on several regional issues, including the Palestinian issue. President El-Sisi expressed Egypt's appreciation for South Africa's principled stance on the Palestinian issue. Ramaphosa, in turn, noted that South Africa's position is rooted in Egypt's historical stance on the issue. Both leaders emphasized the importance of supporting efforts to achieve security, stability, and peaceful conflict resolution.
The Egyptian and South African presidents also discussed the topic of irregular migration and its burdens on countries. They explored ways to address this challenge. The meeting between the two leaders reflects the strong historical ties between Egypt and South Africa. It also highlights the shared commitment to enhancing cooperation and coordination on various issues.
President Ramaphosa extended an invitation to President El-Sisi to conduct a state visit to South Africa. The two leaders continue to work together to strengthen bilateral relations and promote cooperation in various fields. Their meeting in New Alamein City demonstrates the significance of Egypt-South Africa relations.
After the meeting, President El-Sisi hosted a luncheon to honor the participants in the 8th Mid-Year Coordination Meeting of the African Union. The meeting brought together leaders and representatives from various African countries to discuss pressing issues and challenges facing the continent.
Key points
- Egypt and South Africa are committed to enhancing cooperation and coordination on various African and international issues.
- The two countries aim to elevate bilateral relations to broader horizons through the formation of a business council and activation of existing cooperation frameworks.
- Egypt and South Africa share a common stance on the Palestinian issue and emphasize the importance of supporting efforts to achieve security, stability, and peaceful conflict resolution.
