South Africa
South African Jew killed after being kidnapped, police confirm, no proof of antisemitic intent
The Jewish Community Security Organization (CSO) informed that the victim disappeared at around 6:30 p.m. on Thursday, March 27, and was found lifeless two days later by the police.
Germany pulls support for Israel in ICJ genocide case, battling accusations of aiding Israel
Israel brief to ICJ rejecting genocide claims likely delayed by Iran war
South African President Ramaphosa offers to mediate in Middle East conflict
US ramps up Afrikaner refugee intake with 4,500 monthly goal despite global cap
Trump has said the US would only admit 7,500 total refugees from around the world in fiscal year 2026, while a much higher cap of 40,000 to 60,000 was discussed internally last year.
Fire at Cape Town International Airport disrupts flight operations, no injuries reported
The fire at South Africa's second-busiest airport caused flight delays and diversions, with officials reporting that it has been extinguished.
South Africa pulls out of Venice Biennale; because its selected artist wanted to focus on Gaza
Gayton McKenzie, the South African culture minister, said that an unnamed “foreign country” had endeavored to fund the South African installation at the Biennale.
Elite South African school apologizes over refusal to play Jewish day school at fixture
A South African school apologized after audio recordings contradicted its claim that a canceled match with a Jewish school was due to scheduling issues.
IDF closes dozens of alleged pre-2025 war crime cases - exclusive
The publication of such cases was delayed by fear of abuse by ICJ and ICC. The IDF says the cases are justified under laws of war.
South Africa to withdraw 700 troops from UN peacekeeping in Congo
South Africa has supported UN peacekeeping efforts in Congo for 27 years and has more than 700 soldiers deployed there.
Israel responds to South Africa, declares chargé d'affaires persona non grata
SA foreign affairs ministry accused Israeli diplomat Seidman of "unacceptable violations of diplomatic norms and practice which pose a direct challenge to South Africa's sovereignty."
Weeks after tragic attack, Australian educators visit Israel for KKL-JNF seminar
Coming just weeks after the deadly Bondi Beach, the visit was of significant importance to the attendees.
Homeward bound: Why South African Jews are making aliyah to Israel now - opinion
Recently, the Jewish Agency introduced an aliyah project aimed specifically at South African couples aged 60+ with family already in Israel, who cannot afford to purchase a home here.
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