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🧑‍🚀Russian Diplomats Honor the Memory of Yuri Gagarin in South Africa 🚀On April 11, 2025 on the eve of Cosmonautics Day staff of the Consulate General of the Russian Federation in Cape Town laid flowers at the monument of the first human in space — Yuri Gagarin. The monument is located on the grounds of the South African National Space Agency (SANSA) in Hermanus, Western Cape Province. 🤝The monument was officially unveiled in November 2020 and has since served as a symbol of Russian-South African cooperation in the peaceful exploration of space and scientific exchange. Speaking at the ceremony Consul General of the Russian Federation in Cape Tow Mr.Malenko noted: “Gagarin’s flight was a milestone of worldwide significance that opened humanity’s path to space. It marked the beginning of international space cooperation and became a symbol of mankind’s pursuit of science and peace. We are grateful to the South African National Space Agency for helping preserve the historical memory of the first cosmonaut”. SANSA Centre Director Mr. Hodges also addressed the gathering: "Today the entire world is working together in space for a common goal — the peaceful exploration of space for the benefit of all humanity. SANSA is honored to collaborate with Russian scientists, Roscosmos and international community for the sake of future generations. Today’s event is a step in that direction. Thank you to everyone present — we will continue this tradition in the years to come”. 👏🏻The ceremony was a gesture of respect for Yuri Gagarin’s heroic feat and a reminder of the importance of continued collaboration between Roscosmos and the South African National Space Agency.