Department of International Relations and Cooperation
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foreign affairs department of the government of South Africa
At a time when the ANC is facing a decline in national electoral support, former Western Cape premier Ebrahim Rasool is set to make a return to the party.
Senior officials travel to Ukraine for peace talks: President Cyril Ramaphosa’s legal adviser Nokukhanya Jele and Director-General in the department of ...
iol.co.za/news/politics/senior-officials-travel-to-ukraine-for-peace-talks-ef4ab869-1535-439a-900c-01ee306ef3ce
Israel says South Africa exploiting World Court on behalf of Hamas: A South African government spokesperson dismissed the accusation.
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Quick Glance: South Africa Calls for Action Against Gaza Hunger
- South Africa warns of an impending famine in Gaza and calls for all parties to cease hostilities.
- The South African presidency warns that the people of Gaza cannot wait and urges the International Court of Justice to act immediately.
Toddler born in Senegal prison repatriated to SA to live with Eastern Cape family
iol.co.za/news/south-africa/eastern-cape/toddler-born-in-senegal-prison-repatriated-to-sa-to-live-with-eastern-cape-family-e7f69e1e-2a24-4f4a-bde6-f342c53a9bcc
DA urges Western governments to help counter threats to 29 May polls: The DA and other Multi-Party Charter parties believe the ANC’s expected drop to below 50% ...
dailymaverick.co.za/article/2024-03-10-da-urges-western-governments-to-help-counter-threats-to-29-may-polls/
Pandor denies Ramaphosa met with Hamas leader: Minister of International Relations Naledi Pandor said she received a request to call the leader of Hamas to ...
iol.co.za/news/politics/pandor-denies-ramaphosa-met-with-hamas-leader-65f01c0e-a9b8-4a90-b2d8-67dad00ba1d5
Cabinet has not decided on closure of Israeli embassy, says Pandor: Minister of International Relations Naledi Pandor said Cabinet has not discussed the closure ...
iol.co.za/news/politics/cabinet-has-not-decided-on-closure-of-israeli-embassy-says-pandor-a7b839cf-1e5e-4327-9cfb-f94aca933ac3
With Rafah Under Siege, ICJ Reiterates Israeli Obligations Under Genocide Convention
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Three Zimbabwean men remanded in custody for allegedly killing German tourist: Jan Thabonga Moshabi, was arrested at the scene where the body of Herman Westphal ...
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New US Bill calls on the Biden administration to review America’s relations with SA
dailymaverick.co.za/article/2024-02-10-new-us-bill-calls-on-the-biden-administration-to-review-americas-relations-with-sa/
Ramaphosa, Pandor call for peace in Sudan: President Cyril Ramaphosa met with the Vice President of the Transitional Sovereign Council of Sudan ...
iol.co.za/news/politics/ramaphosa-pandor-call-for-peace-in-sudan-732af91e-e694-45db-a139-91a742811c35
Nigerians living in or visiting South Africa are safe ahead of Afcon semi-final showdown, says Dirco
iol.co.za/news/nigerians-living-in-or-visiting-south-africa-are-safe-ahead-of-afcon-semi-final-showdown-says-dirco-b6a343c4-30dc-4e82-b558-3a5dfe05e7dc
Quick Glance: Football Safety Dispute: South Africa Criticizes Nigeria
- South Africa disputes the warning issued by the Nigerian High Commission to Nigerian football fans.
- Long-standing rivalry between the Super Eagles and Bafana Bafana.
- South Africa emphasizes the absence of soccer hooliganism history in matches against Nigeria.
- Nigeria has not yet responded to the statement from South African officials.
Anguished families believe ICJ case shows SA has power to get two engineers released from Equatorial Guinea
dailymaverick.co.za/article/2024-02-07-anguished-families-believe-icj-case-shows-sa-has-power-to-get-two-engineers-released-from-equatorial-guinea/
AFCON semi-final: No cause for alarm, South Africa denies threats to Nigerians
The South African Department of International Relations and Cooperation has ... Show more www.google.com/amp/s/punchng.com/afcon-semi-final-no-cause-for-alarm-south-africa-denies-threats-to-nigerians/3Famp
‘Israeli Agents Seek to Intimidate’ – South Africa’s Minister Pandor on Israeli Threats
palestinechronicle.com/israeli-agents-seek-to-intimidate-south-africas-minister-pandor-on-israeli-threats/
Quick Glance: Naledi Pandor: Israeli Intelligence Intimidation
- Expressed concern for family safety after social media targeting.
- Sought increased security after receiving threats, spoke to Police Minister Cele.
- Government committed to pursuing ICJ case and showing solidarity with Palestine.
- Legal team to prepare for next ICJ arguments with public support.
Pandor says Israel is ignoring the ICJ order to stop killings in Gaza: Naledi Pandor says it’s now up to the international community to take action on the ...
dailymaverick.co.za/article/2024-01-31-pandor-says-israel-is-ignoring-the-icj-order-to-stop-killings-in-gaza/
Quick Glance: South Africa Condemns Israel's Disregard for ICJ Order
- The South African government criticizes Israel for disregarding the International Court of Justice (ICJ) order to prevent genocide in Gaza.
- International Relations and Cooperation Minister Naledi Pandor stated that South Africa had done everything it could to stop the killings in Gaza and now it was up to others to take action.
- Pandor called on the global community to take measures to stop such acts, not only by Israel but by any party worldwide.
- South Africa will continue to mobilize international support for Palestine to protect its people and promote negotiations for a two-state solution.
Israel’s carrier EL Al scraps flights to SA: El Al Israeli Airlines said there has been a drop in the number of Israelis coming to South Africa.
iol.co.za/news/politics/israels-carrier-el-al-scraps-flights-to-sa-e942a9e4-a10d-4b22-9da6-b1dd67bd6e9c
Quick Glance: US Court Hears Civil Case on Biden's Alleged Complicity in Gaza Genocide
- Plaintiffs are urging the federal court to prompt the US to use its influence to push Israel to end its hostilities in Gaza.
- A civil case accusing US President Joe Biden and other senior officials of complicity in the 'genocide' in Gaza has commenced in a federal court in California.
- During Friday’s hearing, the court heard from lawyers, activists, and organizers, including doctors in Gaza, about the situation Palestinians have been facing for almost four months.
- The CCR is asking the court to 'declare that the defendants have violated their duty under the 1948 Genocide Convention, as part of federal common law, to take all measures within their power to prevent Israel from committing genocide against the Palestinian people in Gaza'.
The ICJ ruling: South Africa is claiming easy victories: While the court ruling will hopefully lead to a reduction in casualties, the judgment clearly shows that ...
dailymaverick.co.za/opinionista/2024-01-28-the-icj-ruling-south-africa-is-claiming-easy-victories/
Quick Glance: Intensified Russian Attacks in Ukraine, Plane Crash Disputed
- Russia intensifies attacks in Ukraine, with 50 clashes in Tavria region.
- Dispute over the circumstances of the January 24 plane crash between Kyiv and Moscow.
- Ukraine has no proof of POWs aboard the plane and has not confirmed shooting it down.
- Russian forces significantly increased offensive and assault operations in the Tavria zone.
Gauteng driver arrested for ‘interfering’ with police motorcade escorting VIP dignitary to airport
iol.co.za/news/crime-and-courts/gauteng-driver-arrested-for-interfering-with-police-motorcade-escorting-vip-dignitary-to-airport-b227a107-6253-411b-b62c-aa93cc2d404a
Why Putin, not Netanyahu, demands DIRCO Minister Naledi Pandor of ICC: Minister of International Relations Naledi Pandor said she told the International Criminal ...
iol.co.za/news/politics/why-putin-not-netanyahu-demands-dirco-minister-naledi-pandor-of-icc-eff68d03-798d-4767-a4f7-0f694b05d9ac
Pandor urges world to act on ICJ ruling and put pressure on Israel: Minister of International Relations Naledi Pandor said South Africa has done everything that ...
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Pandor calls on Israel to implement ICJ ruling: Minister of International Relations Naledi Pandor said the ceasefire must be implemented to allow humanitarian ...
iol.co.za/news/politics/pandor-calls-on-israel-to-implement-icj-ruling-40726625-e5e3-4d65-a495-f8e13a02d018
South African leaders celebrate but the lack of a ceasefire order is a huge blow: South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa and the country's delegation in the ...
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South Africa Presents Its Case At The ICJ Over “Genocide” In Gaza: Topline Thursday, January 11, marked the start of an unprecedented legal confrontation at the ...
forbesafrica.com/current-affairs/2024/01/11/south-africa-presents-its-case-at-the-icj-over-genocide-in-gaza/
What Israel is likely to say in its defence at the International Court of Justice
dailymaverick.co.za/article/2024-01-09-what-israel-is-likely-to-say-in-its-defence-at-icj/
South Africa files genocide case against Israel at International Court of Justice over Gaza war
cnn.com/2023/12/29/middleeast/south-africa-icj-israel-genocide-intl/
Authoritarians and democrats: Where does the ANC fit in?: Brace yourself for a year of naked opportunism as a desperate ANC searches for votes wherever it can ...
dailymaverick.co.za/article/2024-01-04-authoritarians-and-democrats-where-does-the-anc-fit-in/
Dikgang Moseneke appointed to bench for SA genocide case against Israel: The matter will be heard on Thursday and Friday next week
mg.co.za/news/2024-01-05-dikgang-moseneke-appointed-to-bench-for-sa-genocide-case-against-israel/
Israel slams blood libel as S. Africa turns to ICJ over Gaza 'genocide'
jpost.com/israel-hamas-war/article-780058
South Africa Presents Its Case At The ICJ Over “Genocide” In Gaza: Topline Thursday, January 11, marked the start of an unprecedented legal confrontation at the ...
forbesafrica.com/current-affairs/2024/01/11/south-africa-presents-its-case-at-the-icj-over-genocide-in-gaza/
West’s support of Israel creates environment in which hatred and militancy grow: The West’s misguided acceptance of the actions of the Israeli government has to ...
dailymaverick.co.za/opinionista/2023-12-27-wests-support-of-israel-hatred-militancy-grow/
Lawyers representing South Africa in International Court of Justice proceedings against Israel are preparing for a hearing scheduled for January 11 and 12 ... Show more www.dawn.com/live/pakistan #DawnToday
ICJ orders Israel to prevent genocidal acts in Gaza, stops short of demanding ceasefire- as it happened - War on Gaza - War on Gaza
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To another 25 years! Chinese Ambassador Chen and Minister Naledi Pandor toast 25 years of SA-China relations
iol.co.za/news/south-africa/to-another-25-years-chinese-ambassador-chen-and-minister-naledi-pandor-toast-25-years-of-sa-china-relations-ea4904b6-ce04-434c-8e6f-c277c40c0951
Ramaphosa wants ICC to act against top Israeli officials: President Cyril Ramaphosa said the International Criminal Court has an obligation to investigate and ...
iol.co.za/news/politics/ramaphosa-wants-icc-to-act-against-top-israeli-officials-aae35647-4b5c-4ecf-84ce-64e055e686d6
SABC says documentary “25 Years On” brings to life the close bond between South Africa and China
iol.co.za/news/south-africa/sabc-says-documentary-25-years-on-brings-to-life-the-close-bond-between-south-africa-and-china-c3bda204-5e80-4832-82e5-7d9a75ec264d
Suez Canal Crisis: South Africa must step up to service re-routed ships, says Maritime Business Chamber
iol.co.za/news/south-africa/suez-canal-crisis-south-africa-must-step-up-to-service-re-routed-ships-says-maritime-business-chamber-aa3d4d00-521c-4647-9d16-9d53f6e0fba0
South Africans taking up arms in Gaza conflict could face prosecution back home: South Africans who have taken up arms in other countries could face legal action ...
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South Africa: Why South Africa Has Taken Israel to the World Court: The U.N.'s International Court of Justice will hold hearings this week to decide whether ...
allafrica.com/stories/202401110024.html
ICJ to Hold First Hearings Against Israel Over Genocide: The ICJ will hold its first public hearing on January 11 in The Hague, to consider the lawsuit filed by ...
palestinechronicle.com/icj-to-hold-first-hearings-against-israel-over-genocide/
Quick Glance: South Africa Accuses Israel of Genocide at UN Court
- South Africa alleges that Israel's actions in Gaza are genocidal and has filed a case at the International Court of Justice.
- The case and Israel's defense set up a high-stakes showdown before a panel of judges at the Great Hall of Justice.
- At the heart of the case is the 1948 Convention on the Prevention and Punishment of the Crime of Genocide.
- South Africa is seeking legally binding rulings from the ICJ, including a declaration that Israel has breached the Genocide Convention and orders to cease hostilities, offer reparations, and provide for reconstruction in Gaza.
Five countries ask International Criminal Court to investigate the situation in Palestinian territories
cnn.com/2023/11/17/middleeast/israel-gaza-war-crimes-icc-referral/
Palestine thanks SA for unwavering support amid conflict with Israel, as Pretoria calls on ICC to act
iol.co.za/news/south-africa/palestine-thanks-sa-for-unwavering-support-amid-conflict-with-israel-as-pretoria-calls-on-icc-to-act-2133e466-17d0-4f94-9525-6e0f3fce82a7
Pandor says no decision yet on whether to expel Israeli ambassador: Minister of International Relations and Cooperation Naledi Pandor said at the moment there is ...
iol.co.za/news/politics/pandor-says-no-decision-yet-on-whether-to-expel-israeli-ambassador-f62f1335-07da-4fe7-b3a5-9df044ea98ac
Go home: ANC wants Israeli ambassador to SA to pack his bag and leave: The ANC’s international relations sub-committee deputy chairperson, Obed Bapela said the ...
iol.co.za/news/south-africa/go-home-anc-wants-israeli-ambassador-to-sa-to-pack-his-bag-and-leave-aece59a7-17bc-4e1c-83ed-6897b7e3f1d1
Quick Glance: South Africa Recalls Diplomats from Israel
- South Africa expresses concern and calls for ceasefire.
- Over 230 hostages, including a South African, taken.
- Israel vows to destroy Hamas and conducts air strikes on Gaza.
- South Africa's government long supports Palestinians in conflict with Israel.
SA government considering closing Israeli embassy in Pretoria: Deputy Minister of International Relations and Cooperation Candith Mashego-Dlamini said they were ...
iol.co.za/news/politics/sa-government-considering-closing-israeli-embassy-in-pretoria-6dc5737b-fcfd-4c93-9ddf-a1723abce50f
Pandor explains why SA recalled diplomats from Israel: Minister of International Relations and Cooperation Naledi Pandor said they decided to recall their ...
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Ramaphosa calls for ICC to probe Israel: President Cyril Ramaphosa said he was horrified by the killing of women and children in Gaza and called on the ...
iol.co.za/news/politics/ramaphosa-calls-for-icc-to-probe-israel-7c218772-4ebb-435f-b0fb-91c9d8b3024d
Crime of Genocide – South Africa Officially Brings War Crimes Charges against Israel at ICC
palestinechronicle.com/crime-of-genocide-south-africa-officially-brings-war-crimes-charges-against-israel-at-icc/
South Africa: Joining Foreign Armed Forces Could Lead to Prosecution, Government Warns
allafrica.com/stories/202312190068.html
SA wants Agoa extension: Minister of International Relations Naledi Pandor said they want Agoa to be extended, but they will not compromise on their independent ...
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SA démarches Israeli ambassador over his conduct: Director-General in the Department of International Relations Zane Dangor told Israeli ambassador Eliav ...
iol.co.za/news/politics/sa-demarches-israeli-ambassador-over-his-conduct-bf0fa9f7-397e-4f3e-9de4-aa62633681be
Political parties divided on conflict in Gaza: Minister of International Relations and Cooperation Naledi Pandor said they want a peaceful solution to the ...
iol.co.za/news/politics/political-parties-divided-on-conflict-in-gaza-84946336-af61-49da-b8e6-d18f72b17baa
SA spent R104 million on BRICS summit: Minister of International Relations and Cooperation Naledi Pandor said the cost to cover the BRICS summit did not extend ...
iol.co.za/news/politics/sa-spent-r104-million-on-brics-summit-3f44679f-549a-4009-93a6-f99d4605fb9d
South Africa: 19 South Africans Arrive Home From Gaza: Nineteen South Africans who have been trapped in Gaza since the Israel-Hamas war broke out have returned ...
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Where is the compassion for Jewish people murdered and taken hostage?: It took International Relations Minister Naledi Pandor 18 days to express sympathy for the ...
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Dirco insists SA spent more than R100 million on BRICS summit and reaped ‘endless’ benefits, but DA wants to see every invoice
iol.co.za/news/south-africa/dirco-insists-sa-spent-more-than-r100-million-on-brics-summit-and-reaped-endless-benefits-but-da-wants-to-see-every-invoice-7cc95688-f88f-4600-a632-d68eb62abd83
Pretoria Ponders Implementing ANC Vote to Cut Ties With Israel: Officials point out that any decision on severing relations with Israel would have to be made by ...
allafrica.com/stories/202311230071.html
South Africa to call in Israeli envoy for formal reprimand: South Africa will call in Israeli ambassador Eliav Belotsercovsky to issue him with a “demarche ...
english.alarabiya.net/News/middle-east/2023/11/08/South-Africa-in-process-of-issuing-demarche-to-Israeli-ambassador
Huge costs, but great benefit in hosting BRICS Summit: South African government: Johannesburg, Nov 2 (PTI) While South Africa spent nearly USD 5 ...
deccanherald.com/world/huge-costs-but-great-benefit-in-hosting-brics-summit-south-african-government-2755289
Jewish Gauteng ANC Women's League spokesperson resigns from ANC over Hamas attack
iol.co.za/news/politics/jewish-gauteng-anc-womens-league-spokesperson-resigns-from-anc-over-hamas-attack-e3818a95-acbf-4293-a552-8bb39daec00f
Quick Glance: Jewish ANC Women's League Spokesperson Resigns from ANC due to Hamas Attack
- Gabi Farber, a Jewish South African and spokesperson for the ANC Women's League in Gauteng, has resigned from the African National Congress in protest, accusing the party of supporting Hamas.
- Farber has repeatedly tried to engage with party leaders regarding the lack of condemnation of Hamas for the October 7 attacks, which resulted in 1,300 deaths.
- In a letter dated October 16, Farber expressed hope that the ANC would show compassion for the Jewish community and condemn those responsible.
- Farber cited Cyril Ramaphosa's comments as the final straw, perceiving them as tacitly justifying Hamas' actions and leading to her decision to leave.
Ramaphosa insists on the revival of Middle East peace process: President Cyril Ramaphosa believes the revival of the Middle East peace process will lead to the ...
iol.co.za/news/politics/ramaphosa-insists-on-the-revival-of-middle-east-peace-process-b3dceceb-ab27-4e85-9d9b-a61b891a7f17
SA accuses Israel of violating international law with siege of Gaza, denying people basic services
iol.co.za/news/politics/sa-accuses-israel-of-violating-international-law-with-siege-of-gaza-denying-people-basic-services-267ecf52-271d-4287-ae77-6bd2f31096da
Court sets aside South Africa’s R50m donation to Cuba following review application brought by AfriForum
iol.co.za/pretoria-news/news/court-sets-aside-south-africas-r50m-donation-to-cuba-following-review-application-brought-by-afriforum-90718157-6987-4a4d-8761-43b24a9b74f5
Dirco denies allegations of support for Hamas, emphasises humanitarian focus in Gaza talks
iol.co.za/news/politics/dirco-denies-allegations-of-support-for-hamas-emphasises-humanitarian-focus-in-gaza-talks-278ebd14-5e1e-4c13-97cc-1572245edd80
Stop stereotyping Nigerians as the criminals in SA: Nigeria’s High Commissioner voices displeasure in Pretoria
iol.co.za/news/south-africa/stop-stereotyping-nigerians-as-the-criminals-in-sa-nigerias-high-commissioner-voices-displeasure-in-pretoria-a1d33e2b-0cd9-44d6-8223-e8b5c8699426
South Africa: International Relations Minister Called Hamas Leader to Discuss Humanitarian Aid
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Quick Glance: SA rejects Hamas claim of support
- President Cyril Ramaphosa and International Relations Minister Naledi Pandor deny Hamas' claim of expressing support for its incursion into southern Israel.
- Pandor confirmed speaking to Hamas leader Haniyeh, but their conversation focused on humanitarian relief for Gaza.
- South Africa is ready to help negotiate a lasting peace settlement that recognizes Palestinian statehood.
- The South African Department of International Relations emphasized that Pandor's call with the Hamas leader is in line with their readiness to engage all parties for dialogue and conflict resolution.
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