Why it matters:
The anti-war campaigns against the Israeli regime are spilling over across the globe, including Africa. The issue of Palestine and the oppression the Israeli regime is practicing on the Palestinian people is important for the people of South Africa, as they had the experience of apartheid.
The big picture:
While the ruling African National Congress (ANC) has taken a clear position in downscaling relations with Israel, various smaller parties have aligned with Israel and continue to maintain relations.
The Democratic Alliance, governing the Western Cape, has undertaken several visits to Israel, where senior party leaders engaged in high-level discussions with Israeli officials.
What they're saying:
Protesters argue that these parties have disregarded South Africa's history by backing Israel's apartheid policies and acts of violence against Palestinians.
Key points:
- Demonstrators from some 100 organisations and groups have taken part in the Week4Palestine initiative.
- The campaign hopes to ‘Red Card" Israel by urging nations to refuse to engage in any sports activities with Israeli teams.
- They want FIFA to expel the Zionist regime teams from the World Cup.
- Dozens of activities, including localized pickets, hikes, and documentary screenings, are planned across South Africa to heighten awareness about the Palestinian plight
- Activists want the government to put pressure on the Israeli regime and those who support it.
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Palestinian Supporters Rally in Front of U.S. Consulate in Cape Town
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