South Africa accredits new ambassador to Turkmenistan

Lungisani Dominic Ntombela has officially commenced his mission as the non-resident Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of South Africa to Turkmenistan. Based in Astana, Ntombela presented his credentials to Dunyagozel Gulmanova, Chairperson of the Mejlis, who received them on behalf of President Serdar Berdimuhamedov.

During diplomatic proceedings in Ashgabat, officials discussed strengthening bilateral relations through increased political dialogue and cooperation within international organizations, specifically the United Nations. Both nations expressed a commitment to expanding interparliamentary cooperation, including a proposal to establish an interparliamentary friendship group to promote mutual understanding.

This appointment aligns with Turkmenistan’s recent efforts to expand diplomatic and economic engagement with various African nations, including Chad, Egypt, Tunisia, Uganda, Kenya, and Algeria.