South Africa


Aliyah, South Africa
Spotlight on an 'Oleh Chadash': Architect Yonah Odendal's Aliyah journey inspires us all

Odendal's story of cultural adaptation, professional ambition, and familial hope offers a microcosm of the modern immigrant experience in a nation perpetually balancing tradition with innovation.

Gila Isaacson | 01.09.24

South Africa, Chief Rabbi Goldstein

South African Chief Rabbi slams Pope and Archbishop; says they abandoned biblical values

Christian leaders face harsh criticism for their positions on Israel and the Palestinian territories, as South African Chief Rabbi warns of threat to Western values and freedom.

Gila Isaacson | 29.08.24

Young Entrepreneurs

From Cape Town to Bet Shemesh: How two South African moms are redefining Israel's event planning scene

Two South African moms are shaking up Israel's event planning industry with their unique blend of creativity and elegance. Discover how Yalla Events is turning ordinary celebrations into extraordinary experiences, one unforgettable simcha at a time.

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| Gila Isaacson | 25.08.24

South Africa, Politics

South Africa: ANC expels former president Jacob Zuma in seismic political shift

Once a celebrated anti-apartheid fighter, Zuma's expulsion from the party he once led sends shockwaves through South African politics, potentially reshaping the nation's democratic landscape.

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| Gila Isaacson | 30.07.24

Iran, Rabbi Warren Goldstein, Nuclear Weapons

MUST READ: South Africa's Chief Rabbi to Israel: Destroy Iran's nuclear weapons 

This speech, delivered against the backdrop of escalating tensions in the Middle East and growing concerns over Iran's nuclear ambitions, calls for decisive action by Israel, even in the face of potential international condemnation, laying out a passionate case for why Israel must act alone to ensure its survival.

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| Gila Isaacson | 30.07.24

Israel-Gaza War, International Court of Justice

N12: Spain to join South Africa's suit against Israel in the ICJ

Spain's Foreign Minister announced that they would join South Africa's suit against Israel in the International Court of Justice in the Hague.

Avi Woolf | 06.06.24

Israel-Gaza War, Egypt

Report: Egypt's strident opposition to Rafah operation due to Egyptian complicity in Hamas arms smuggling

According to Channel 14 reporter Tamir Morag, some in Israel believe the Egyptians allowed massive arms smuggling via tunnels into Gaza for years, for both profit and to keep the Muslim Brotherhood quiet.

Avi Woolf | 12.05.24

South Africa, Israel-Gaza War

South Africa vows to arrest IDF soldiers serving in Gaza upon return

"We're ready. When you come home, we're going to arrest you," said S. African Foreign Minister Naledi Pandor, addressing South African nationals serving in the IDF.

gila isaacson, JFeed Staff | 17.03.24

Hague, Israel-Gaza War

Hague Issues Injunctions Against Israel, Stops Short of Ordering Ceasefire

The International Court of Justice at the Hague issued a number of injunctions related to the preservation of evidence, combatting incitement to genocide, and protecting Palestinian lives, but avoided ordering a ceasefire outright.

Avi Woolf | 26.01.24

Israel-Gaza War

Watch: The Hague Rules on Israel

The International Court of Justice in the Hague is now ruling on the South African request for an injunction to stop the war in Gaza, on the grounds that it is "genocide."

Yair Amar, JFeed Staff | 26.01.24

Israel-Gaza War, Hague, South Africa

Hague to Issue Interim Decision on South African Genocide Complaint Friday

The ICJ at the Hague is expected to publish its decision regarding the South African complaint of "genocide" against Israel for its war in Gaza this coming Friday at 14:00.

Uriel Be'eri, JFeed Staff | 24.01.24

Yad Vashem, Israel-Gaza War, Russia

Yad Vashem Criticizes Russia: "A serious distortion of the Holocaust"

The Russian Foreign Ministry issued a statement accusing Germany of "Nazi policy" for standing with Israel at the Hague. Yad Vashem openly protested this comparison.

Chani Edri, JFeed Staff | 21.01.24

Israel-Gaza War, Hague

Today, Israel Defends Itself at the Hague | Watch

The International Court of Justice at the Hague will hear Israel's arguments defending against the charge that it is committing genocide in the Gaza Strip. Watch: 

Yair Amar, JFeed Staff | 12.01.24

Israel At War, Hague

Watch the Debate: South Africa vs. Israel at the Hague Tribunal

The Hague Court of Justice holds the first hearing on South Africa's claims against Israel for committing "Genocide" in the Gaza Strip.

Yair Amar, JFeed Staff | 11.01.24

Corbyn will Represent South Africa

Against Israel: Jeremy Corbyn will Represent South Africa in The Hague

The former leader of the British Labor Party, Jeremy Corbyn, will join the South African delegation to the International Court of Justice in The Hague, when he will participate in the hearing on the case against Israel on the charge of genocide in Gaza.

Uriel Be'eri, JFeed Staff | 09.01.24

Meeting, Herzog and Blinken

Herzog to Blinken: There is Nothing More Monstrous and Ridiculous than this Claim

President Herzog met with the US Secretary of State Antony Blinken ahead of the hearing at the Hague, strongly criticizing the South Africa genocide suit: "In the face of hypocrisy, we will stand up in The Hague and proudly represent our side."

Liran Vainshtain, JFeed Staff | 09.01.24

Lawsuit in The Hague

Aharon Barak will Judge on Behalf of Israel in the Lawsuit in The Hague

Retired Supreme Court President Aharon Barak confirmed that he will act as a judge on behalf of Israel at the International Court of Justice hearing in The Hague on the charge of committing genocide.

JFeed Staff | 07.01.24

Israel-Gaza War, South Africa, Hague

Israel Considers Adding Its Own Judge to the Hague in Fight Against South Africa's "Genocide" Charge

Following a series of marathon meetings among senior officials, Israel is forming a strategy to deal with South Africa's genocide charges in the Hague, including using its right to appoint its own judge to the 15-judge panel.

Avi Woolf | 02.01.24

Horror In South Africa

Horror in South Africa: 20 dead in a bus fire accident

An accident with a truck caused a worker transport vehicle to catch fire in South Africa, over twenty people were killed in the accident, which is considered one of the most serious transport accidents that occurred in the country

Yair Amar, JFeed Staff | 18.09.23

Dozens Killed in a Fire

South Africa: Dozens killed in a fire in Johannesburg

63 people died following a fire that broke out in Johannesburg, South Africa. Many homeless people lived in the building where the fire raged, and the cause of the fire is not yet known

Itay Zaltzman, JFeed | 31.08.23