Africa4Palestine Archives - Voice of the Cape

Africa4Palestine: “The Israeli bombings on Iran are blatant violations of international law and the United Nations Charter”

The human rights NGO Africa4Palestine, alongside the South African chapter of the Anti‑Fascist International, has condemned recent Israeli attacks on Iran, describing them as violations of international law. In a joint statement, Africa4Palestine representative Ali Komape said the bombings constitute "blatant violations of international law and the United Nations Charter." “The move is another tragic reminder of what happens when international norms are selectively applied or ignored. Israel and the […]

19 June 2025

Cape Town

Palestine activists and civil society groups are up in arms after SAPS arrest pro-Palestine supporters

Palestine activists and civil society groups have expressed outrage after images went viral online showing pro-Palestine supporters being arrested by the South African Police Service (SAPS) at Loftus Versfeld Stadium in Pretoria during the Malawi vs. South Africa soccer match on 11 May 2025. Recent reports have confirmed that the case involving four activists—who were wearing T-shirts that read "Red Card Israel"—has been postponed to 29 May 2025 for further […]

13 May 2025

Cape Town

Africa4Palestine: “Today, we also mourn the loss of 200 Palestinian children killed in Gaza”

By Kouthar Sambo "On this Human Rights Day, South Africa solemnly commemorates the 65th anniversary of the Sharpeville Massacre, a dark chapter in our history where the brutal Apartheid regime gunned down over 69 heroic activists, including more than 29 children. Their courage and sacrifice in the face of oppression remain etched in our collective memory." This is according to the human rights organisation Africa4Palestine's Alie Komape. The organisation further […]

21 March 2025

Cape Town

Africa4Palestine commends President Ramaphosa for its unwavering support for Palestine

By Kouthar Sambo The Palestine solidarity human rights organisation Africa4Palestine said it is not surprised by the allegations from the South African Jewish Board of Deputies (SAJBD) leveled against South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, stating that the "President lacked empathy by advocating for Palestinian rights amidst the ongoing genocide in Gaza." "The complete failure of the SAJBD to see the humanity and value of Palestinian lives continues to baffle South […]

6 March 2025

Cape Town

Africa4Palestine: “This ceasefire should be correctly labeled as a temporary pause of the genocide”

By Kouthar Sambo "The Human Rights organization Africa4Palestine notes the agreement between the Palestinian resistance group Hamas and the Israeli regime. This ceasefire should, however, be correctly labeled as a temporary pause of the genocide. Africa4Palestine welcomes any progress which leads to the preservation of the life and dignity of the Palestinians who are victims of Israel’s genocide." This is according to Africa4Palestine's Alie Komape. The statement comes as numerous […]

16 January 2025

Local

The renaming of Sandton Drive to Leila Khalid Drive has resulted in an ongoing rebuttal between pro-Palestine members and those against the move

By Kouthar Sambo The renaming of Sandton Drive to Leila Khalid Drive has resulted in an ongoing rebuttal between pro-Palestine members and those against the move. The Human Rights NGO Africa4Palestine together with Pro-Palestine members held a picket rally on Monday, 14 October in Johannesburg. The event comes in full support of the Johannesburg City Council's bold and progressive decision to rename Sandton Drive to Leila Khaled Drive. Speaking on […]

17 October 2024

International

The human rights NGO Africa4Palestine commended Woolworths on its decision to no longer stock Israeli products

By Kouthar Sambo The human rights NGO Africa4Palestine has commended the retail giant Woolworths, who will no longer be stocking Israeli products. This comes after the NGO wrote a formal letter to the CEO of Woolworths, Mr Roy Bagattini, who has confirmed that Woolworths will no longer be stocking Israeli products. Speaking on VOC's Drive Time show earlier today, Director of Africa4Palestine Muhammed Desai said the organisation welcomes the decision […]

16 November 2023

International

The Muslim Judicial Council Halal Trust (MJCHT) has announced that it will be boycott all Israeli companies and products

By Kouthar Sambo The Muslim Judicial Council Halal Trust (MJCHT) has announced that it will be declining the certification of any goods and services emanating from Israel. This comes after the MJCHT released a statement declaring its unwavering stance in support of the besieged Palestinians by committing itself to "ethical business practices." "As part of this commitment, the MJCHT declines the certification of any goods and services emanating from Israel," […]

25 October 2023

Africa4Palestine

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