Mouritzen and Wivel's explanatory levels are utilized as a method to investigate the foreign policy decision on different levels. The paper finds that when looking at interstate relations, South Africa reaffirmed its regional power position and followed a geopolitical trend. In addition, the decision was motivated by intra-state considerations and the desire to shield its political elite from possible future persecution. The future of the relationship between South Africa and the International Criminal Court will remain a topic of discussion and will be influenced by the individuals in power.