July 10, 2026

After nearly six years as South Africa’s Ambassador to Eritrea, Ambassador Perseverance Mbuzeli Kumsha is concluding his diplomatic mission with a profound sense of fulfillment and mutual respect. Throughout his tenure, he focused on strengthening bilateral and cultural ties, and he highly praised the resilience, self-reliance, and rich heritage of the Eritrean people. Ultimately, his reflections highlight a deeply fulfilling journey rooted in mutual respect, shared African unity, and a lasting commitment to regional cooperation between South Africa and Eritrea. Eri-TV’s Rafael Giuseppe and the Profile team sat down with Ambassador Kumsha for a farewell interview.