Japan and South Africa are celebrating 116 years of diplomatic relations, a milestone shaped by steady political and economic cooperation. South Africa and Japan’s diplomatic relationship, formally established in 1992 on the eve of South Africa’s democratic transition, has developed into a stable and multifaceted partnership grounded in mutual economic interests, political cooperation, and a shared commitment to international development. Mondli Makhanya spoke to Fumio Shimizu, HE - Ambassador Extraordinary of Japan to South Africa.

<p>Japan and South Africa are celebrating 116 years of diplomatic relations, a milestone shaped by steady political and economic cooperation. South Africa and Japan&rsquo;s diplomatic relationship, formally established in 1992 on the eve of South Africa&rsquo;s democratic transition, has developed into a stable and multifaceted partnership grounded in mutual economic interests, political cooperation, and a shared commitment to international development. Mondli Makhanya spoke to Fumio Shimizu, HE - Ambassador Extraordinary of Japan to South Africa.</p>

POWER Talk is a mid-morning talk show that delves deeper into the news of the day, along with larger societal themes, inviting listeners to help unpack issues on the day’s current affairs agenda and topics close to their hearts. The host also interviews the biggest newsmakers and experts in South Africa, helping listeners make sense of their world.

<p>POWER Talk is a mid-morning talk show that delves deeper into the news of the day, along with larger societal themes, inviting listeners to help unpack issues on the day&rsquo;s current affairs agenda and topics close to their hearts. The host also interviews the biggest newsmakers and experts in South Africa, helping listeners make sense of their world.</p>