South Africa
Canada’s antisemitism crisis exposes the failure of its institutions - opinion
Antisemitism is surging in Canada, raising questions about whether its laws and institutions are doing enough to respond.
At least 12 killed, nine wounded, in Johannesburg shooting, South African police say
October 7 shows the cost of Israel leaving the Palestinian issue unresolved - opinion
South Africa’s ICJ delay request may ease pressure on Israel - analysis
South Africa’s anti-foreigner violence spreads as Nigerians seek way out
They were the first to apply to a new scheme to repatriate citizens launched by Nigeria's government, Nigeria’s Foreign Minister, Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, said.
Three dead, three sick in suspected hantavirus outbreak aboard cruise ship, WHO confirms
"The risk to the wider public remains low," said Hans Kluge, WHO Europe's regional director, in his own X post. "There is no need for panic or travel restrictions."
Early humans in South Africa used dedicated quarries for stone as long as 220,000 years ago - study
Based on this, researchers suggest that early homo sapiens planned for the long-term acquisition of resources earlier than previously thought.
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
“We are now ourselves part of a contentious case before the ICJ and have therefore decided not to make use of this option,” said foreign ministry spokesperson Josef Hinterseher.
Israel brief to ICJ rejecting genocide claims likely delayed by Iran war
The ICJ had given Israel several extensions over the last year to file the brief, with the most recent extension being until March 12.
South African President Ramaphosa offers to mediate in Middle East conflict
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa offers mediation in the Middle East conflict, calling for dialogue and an immediate ceasefire to end the war.
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.
