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“Ainsley is one of many influential women across the arts and cultural sector and her appointment as Chair will only further support the orchestra’s growth,” Carmel Sepuloni said.

“Mr Corry is one of Aotearoa New Zealand’s most senior diplomats. His appointment reflects the importance New Zealand places on our engagement with the United States,” Nanaia Mahuta said.

In a statement, the Finance Ministry said the purpose of the facility is to leverage private finance to address South Africa’s Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and the climate-linked energy transition.

“Alastair brings significant leadership experience, a wealth of film and screen sector knowledge, and a necessary understanding of the industry, which will all stand him in good stead in his new role,” Carmel Sepuloni said.

SDCfA will also profile the capabilities within South Africa’s National System of Innovation for cooperation with African and other international partners.

The first quarantine-free passenger flight from New Zealand arrived in Niue on 27th June, and positive cases were detected the following day as part of mandatory day-one testing for the passengers.

The Committee said that it was briefed by the National Treasury during the meeting about the grants it has allocated thus far in response to the flood disaster.

The summit further agreed on the need to build greater internal reliance in industrial development and public financing to support growth.

The President is accompanied by the Minister of Trade and Industry, Ebrahim Patel; the Deputy Minister of Finance, David Masondo and the South African Revenue Service Commissioner, Edward Kieswetter.

According to the Presidency, the summit will be attended by Heads of State and Government and representatives of SACU Member States, including Botswana, the Kingdom of Eswatini, the Kingdom of Lesotho, Namibia and South Africa.