46th Ordinary SADC summit in Durban, South Africa |18 August 2026

President Herminie joins regional leaders to discuss summit's agenda

President Dr Patrick Herminie joined fellow heads of state and government at the official opening ceremony of the 46th Ordinary SADC summit, held at the Durban International Convention Centre in South Africa's coastal city of Durban.

South Africa formally assumed the chairpersonship of the Southern African Development Community (SADC) from during the ceremony.

His Excellency Matamela Cyril Ramaphosa, President of the Republic of South Africa, opened proceedings as interim chairperson, setting the tone for a ceremony that opened with a vibrant cultural performance before President Herminie took to the podium to deliver his maiden address to the summit.

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