South Africa–Taiwan relations

South Africa–Taiwan relations, also before 1998: Republic of China–South Africa relations refers to the current and historical relationship between the Republic of China (Taiwan) and the Republic of South Africa. The Republic of China and South Africa established diplomatic ties in 1949.

Relations between the two countries were strong during the apartheid-era in South Africa, but officially ended in January 1998, when South African President Nelson Mandela recognized the People's Republic of China, pursuant to the one China principle, and Taiwan as a part of China. Despite the ending of diplomatic relations, ROC and South Africa continue to maintain trade relations. South Africa was the last major power and G20 nation to have relations with the ROC.

In the absence of formal diplomatic relations, the two countries now have "Liaison Offices", which serve as de facto embassies. South Africa is now represented in Taipei by the Liaison Office of the Republic of South Africa. Similarly, Taiwan is represented by the Taipei Liaison Office in the Republic of South Africa in Pretoria. There is also a Taipei Liaison Office in Cape Town.