The British High Commission will be closed on Monday 26 May 2008. It’s a privilege holiday for HM the Queen's Birthday. Normal operations will resume on Tuesday 27 May.

The consular rate of exchange is decreasing from Thursday 14 May 2008, due to a currency fluctuation. Any individual making a visa fee payment on/after Thursday 14 May should pay these new fees. new fees

Since the industrial revolution human activities have compounded natural climate change by increasing carbon emissions in the atmosphere. This legacy has produced an unprecedented rise in average global temperature. Read more.

The consular rate of exchange is decreasing from Thursday 14 May 2008, due to a currency fluctuation. Any individual making a passport or consular payment on/after Thursday 14 May should pay these new fees. new fees

Trade with Britain is a bi-monthly magazine aimed at the South African market and highlights news on the latest UK products and services.  The magazine includes an events page which lists forthcoming UK trade missions to South Africa, seminars and trade receptions.  To download the full magazine see our special feature.

Many people in South Africa have received e-mails purporting to come from companies in the United Kingdom, telling them that they have been successfully been selected for a position in that company.  Recipients of such e-mails should be very careful. full details

In his first major speech as Foreign Secretary, David Miliband argued that, under Gordon Brown's leadership, UK foreign policy has the strength to make a difference in the world, and thereby make a difference to Britain. But how do we ensure that the FCO makes the most effective contribution possible to that drive? He is inviting your thoughts and ideas on three of the key questions he is facing.

Many people in South Africa have received e-mails purporting to come from the National Lottery in the United Kingdom, telling them that they have won a large sum of money. Recipients of such e-mails should be very careful. full details