Thousands of South African supporters of Israel marched through the streets of Pretoria, the capital, on Wednesday, demanding the reinstatement of South Africa’s envoy to Israel, along with an end to the efforts of the ruling...
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The fight against anti semitism and the BDS Israel movement in South Africa.
South African model banned from Israel goes from critic of Palestinians to ‘poster girl’ for BDS
By: Maccabee Task ForceIt’s been a dizzying few weeks for South African model and actress Shashi Naidoo, who transformed herself from a harsh critic of the Palestinians to what some are calling a “cover girl” for the Boycott, Divestment and...
Thousands of S. Africans Sign Petition Urging Not to Cut Ties with Israel
By: ILANIT CHERNICK - Jerusalem PostThe petition, which was started by the South African Friends of Israel “demand[s] that the SA Government cease in its efforts to cut ties with the state of Israel.” Over 26,000 South Africans have signed a petition...
Johannesburg Councilor Suspended for Israel Support
By: ILANIT CHERNICK“I would like to declare that I am a friend of Israel, and the city of Johannesburg is a friend of Israel! Shalom, Shalom!” she declared on Sunday. A leader from the Johannesburg Municipality in South Africa has been...
1,500-plus South African Jews and Christians learn to counter the BDS movement
By: JNS.orgPanels and discussion emphasized on working together with the local Christian leadership in raising support for Israel. More than 1,500 Jews and Christians attended four pro-Israel events throughout South Africa focused on...