VisionOur vision is an African Continent, which is prosperous, peaceful, democratic, nonracial, nonsexist and united, and which contributes to a world that is just and equitable.MissionWe are committed to promoting South Africa's national interests and values, the African Renaissance and the creation of a better world for all.Strategic ObjectivesThrough bilateral and multilateral interactions protect and promote South African National interests and valuesConduct and co-ordinate South Africa's international relations and promote its foreign policy objectivesMonitor international developments and advise government on foreign policy and related domestic mattersProtect South Africa's sovereignty and territorial integrityContribute to the formulation of international law and enhance respect for the provisions thereofPromote multilateralism to secure a rules based international systemMaintain a modern, effective and excellence driven departmentProvide consular services to South African nationals abroadProvide a world class and uniquely South African State Protocol serviceValuesThe Department of International Relations and Cooperation adheres to the following values:PatriotismLoyaltyDedicationUbuntuEquityIntegrityBatho pele