South Africa

South Africa is a nation at the southern end of Africa, with a population of around 62 million. 

A former British colony, it is one of the most geopolitically significant countries in the region and possesses influence on the world stage as a member of the G20. 

Home to a very diverse population, South Africa also has a sizeable Jewish community, thought to be the 12th largest in the world, said to number between 52,000 and 75,000 Jews.

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South Africa attempting to defer deadline for giving evidence at ICJ

South Africa is required to submit its evidence by October 28. However, it is now attempting to obtain a few more months, the report noted. 

 Judge Henry Shakenovsky

Tribute to judge Henry Shakenovsky: A South African-Israeli man of justice

The global assault to undermine Israel by the abuse of law has only intensified, and a new generation of Henry Shakenovskys is needed today more than ever.

By DAVID E. KAPLAN
09/09/2024

A letter to John Dugard: Time to recognize Hamas's violations of int'l law

John, it is not too late for you, as an authority on international law, to seek to promote the principles of that code regarding Hamas while there is still time.

  (L-R) South African Chief Rabbi Warren Goldstein, Pope Francis

S. Africa Chief Rabbi slams Pope, Archbishop on Israel, western values

Goldstein said Welby was acting in opposition to the bible when he came out in support of the July 19 International Court of Justice advisory opinion.

 A group photo of the Telfed team at Sde Nitzan in southern Israel.

Telfed tour visits sights of October 7 tragedy and triumph in Gaza border area

The stories of heroism would resonate throughout the trip as we toured the war-ravaged Gaza periphery.

By GIL LEWINSKY
20/08/2024
 A view of Table Mountain and the Cape Town Harbor.

Back to the old country: Israeli immigrants from South Africa take trip back home

We passed through Immigrations with our Israeli passports without the batting of an eye and did not encounter any personal animosity when we produced these documents throughout our trip.

By RICHARD SHAVEI-TZION
13/08/2024

First deaf Miss South Africa crowned amid controversy over finalist's heritage

Mia le Roux, the first deaf Miss South Africa, won despite controversy surrounding Chidimma Adetshina, who withdrew amid xenophobic backlash.

Why South Africa's ANC political party has taken an anti-Israel, pro-terrorist stance

South Africa’s ANC, accused of accepting bribes from Iran, continues its anti-Israel stance, affecting diplomatic relations and trade.

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Putin's mouthpiece, Iran's attack dog: ANC's terror ties are the tip of the iceberg

South Africa has become, firstly, Putin’s mouthpiece, seeking to transform multilateral institutions in his favor; and secondly, Iran’s shadow attack dog promoting the interests of their proxies.

By LAWRENCE NOWOSENETZ
25/07/2024
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