President of the Republic of South Africa H.E. Jacob Zuma, ministers of South African government, leaders of the Eastern Cape Province and other higher officials of South Africa, heads of foreign missions accredited to the Republic of South Africa took part in this event as official guests.

During his visit to the Eastern Cape Province Ambassador of Ukraine to the Republic of South Africa H.E. Dr. Valery Hrebeniuk held brief meetings with the Minister of Arts and Culture of the Republic of South Africa, Mr. P.Mashatile and the Premier of Eastern Cape Province, Ms. N.Kiviet.