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Recent developments in South Africa have raised concerns for Jewish and Israeli travelers. On January 30, 2026, South Africa expelled Israel's deputy ambassador, Ariel Seidman, citing "insulting attacks" on President Cyril Ramaphosa and violations of diplomatic norms. This action has led to heightened tensions between the two nations. Additionally,...
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A South African school apologized after audio recordings contradicted its claim that a canceled match with a Jewish school was due to scheduling issues.

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jpost.com
6 days ago
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A prestigious all-girls boarding school in Johannesburg is accused of antisemitism for calling off a match with the King David High School girls' team.

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timesofisrael.com
Feb 10, 2026
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The U.S. condemned South Africa's expulsion of Israel's top diplomat, citing concerns over strained relations and antisemitic implications.

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devdiscourse.com
Feb 04, 2026
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The South African Zionist Federation condemned the expulsion of the Israeli diplomat, calling it an act of moral bankruptcy.

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jta.org
Jan 30, 2026
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South Africa accuses the Israeli envoy of insulting President Ramaphosa. Israel says the expulsion is "baseless".

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bbc.com
Jan 30, 2026
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The US criticized South Africa for conducting naval drills with Iran, highlighting concerns over Iran's influence and its implications for global security.

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timesofisrael.com
Jan 16, 2026

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