💨 Abstract

President Cyril Ramaphosa received an honorary doctorate in International Relations from Universiti Malaya, emphasizing the deep historical and diplomatic ties between South Africa and Malaysia. He highlighted their shared struggle for democracy, justice, and global governance reform, noting Malaysia’s support during South Africa’s anti-apartheid fight. Ramaphosa acknowledged the influence of Malay exiles and scholars on South Africa’s development, including the Malay language’s impact on Afrikaans.

Courtesy: Bianca Lalbahadur