The Independent Factor: My Personal Journey through Politics and Diplomacy

It is a unique situation, he has been invited back by the present High Commissioner to speak at South Africa House about his experiences. The book he has written, which justifies the event, especially that part of it that describes his Thatcher years, is gripping. As Lord Charles Powell, former foreign affairs secretary to Margaret Thatcher, says: "Brilliantly written, The Independent Factor gives a penetrating view of UK-South African relations at the height of sanctions and the anti-apartheid movement."

But much more than this. Denis movingly describes his resignation as Ambassador and the return to South Africa and the very important role he played in transforming opposition politics in the country. He also has clear views of where the country is heading under Cyril Ramaphosa.

Tickets for this event must be booked directly with the event organiser Deborah Bennett on dabennett101@gmail.com  by Monday, 29  October 2018.