PRETORIA - The community of the University of South Africa and thought leaders have gathered in Pretoria for the annual engagement with former president Thabo Mbeki.
He shared his thoughts and observations on socioeconomic issues and the current shift in the geopolitical landscape.
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South Africa's relationship with the United States took centre stage at UNISA in the former president's address and in conversation with the attendees.
eNCA reporter Moloko Moloto spoke with Unisa vice-chancellor Puleng Lenkabula about the current geopolitical landscape and where South Africa fits in this picture.
While South Africa's ambassador to the US, Ebrahim Rasool, may have been welcomed by many upon his return, not everyone is pleased.
Mbeki, has criticised Rasool for his comments on US President, Donald Trump.