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'Massacre of civilians': 27 killed and over 160 injured in aid distribution attack as Gaza’s health system teeters on collapse
An Israeli strike on Palestinians awaiting humanitarian aid in Rafah has resulted in at least 27 deaths and over 161 injuries, raising alarms about the collapsing health system in Gaza.
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Humanitarian crisis: SAFI to host PA delegation in Israel while over two million people starve in Gaza
Amid a humanitarian crisis in Gaza, the South African Friends of Israel (SAFI) prepares to host a delegation from the PA for a study tour in Israel, raising questions about South Africa's foreign policy stance.
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Opposition parties support call to illuminate City Hall for Nakba Day
Opposition parties in the Western Cape support a civil society campaign calling for City Hall to be illuminated in the colours of the Palestinian flag on Nakba Day, highlighting the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza.
Cape Town opposition parties back call to light up City Hall for Palestine on Nakba Day
Opposition parties in the Western Cape are rallying behind a civil society campaign to illuminate Cape Town's City Hall in the colours of the Palestinian flag on Nakba Day, highlighting the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza.
Peaceful Protest Against Israel’s Genocide Met with Police Repression
Five activists were arrested during a peaceful protest against Israeli apartheid at Loftus Versfeld Stadium, sparking outrage and calls for justice amid allegations of police brutality.
South Africa presents its arguments against Israel at the ICJ over human rights violations
South Africa presents its case at the International Court of Justice, accusing Israel of human rights violations and calling for accountability in the ongoing Israeli genocide in Gaza
Godongwana defends R38. 3m for ICJ case against Israel
ActionSA MP Alan Beesley wrote to Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana asking about the specific provisions of the PFMA used by Dirco to cover the expenditure on litigation at the International Court of Justice without requesting approval from the National Treasury.
Godongwana defends R38. 3 million budget reprioritisation for ICJ case against Israel
Finance Minister Enoch Godongwana justifies the expenditure of R38. 3 million to bolster South Africa's legal battle against Israel in the International Court of Criminal Justice
Christian leaders call for compassion amid Gaza devastation this Easter
As Christians globally celebrate Easter, the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza casts a shadow over their observance. This article explores the poignant reflections of Christian leaders on the parallels between the Easter story and the suffering in Palestine, urging compassion and action.
Israel seizes key Gaza corridor, to expand offensive
The military also announced a sweeping evacuation order for tens of thousands of residents of Khan Yunis and surrounding areas in southern Gaza ahead of a planned strike after projectiles were fired from there earlier in the day
'Justice over politics': SA maintains Israel genocide case despite US retaliation
Minister Lamola declares South Africa will not abandon its ICJ genocide case against Israel despite Donald Trump cutting aid and imposing sanctions, stating 'politics should not trump legal processes' in international justice.
Ronald Lamola refutes claims of South Africa's prior knowledge of Hamas' attack on Israel
Minister Ronald Lamola rejects allegations of South Africa's prior knowledge of Hamas' October 7 attack on Israel, labelling them as 'lies and propaganda' aimed at tarnishing the country's human rights reputation.
Government and AfriForum's farm murder statistics dispute escalates amid US tensions
AfriForum has accused Minister Khumbudzo Ntshavheni of deliberately spreading falsehoods about their meeting with SAPS, denying they ever conceded misrepresenting farm murder statistics. The escalating dispute highlights growing tensions between the civil rights group and government amid international lobbying efforts and South Africa's position on Gaza.
Will Brent Bozell's appointment as US ambassador to South Africa change the diplomatic landscape?
As tensions rise in US-South Africa relations, experts weigh in on whether Brent Bozell's conservative stance will foster understanding or exacerbate conflicts.
Joburg MMC threatens to wear Hitler T-shirt in protest against pro-Israel DA councillor
A heated Johannesburg council meeting descended into controversy after a PAC MMC threatened to wear a Hitler T-shirt in response to a DA councillor's pro-Israel attire. The incident occurred amid debates over the renaming of Sandton Drive to Leila Khaled Drive, highlighting growing tensions over the Israel-Palestine conflict in local politics.
Joburg MMC threatens to wear Hitler T-shirt in protest against pro-Israel DA councillor
A heated Johannesburg council meeting descended into controversy after a PAC MMC threatened to wear a Hitler T-shirt in response to a DA councillor's pro-Israel attire. The incident occurred amid debates over the renaming of Sandton Drive to Leila Khaled Drive, highlighting growing tensions over the Israel-Palestine conflict in local politics.