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South Africa

Item: South Africa
Rating: 5
Author: Safe for Jews

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South Africa

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Recent developments in South Africa have heightened tensions affecting Jewish and Israeli communities. On October 2, 2025, South Africa urged Israel to release activists from the Global Sumud Flotilla, including Nkosi Zwelivelile 'Mandla' Mandela, Nelson Mandela's grandson, who were detained while attempting to deliver aid to Gaza. The activists al...

Diplomatic Relations

Relations between South Africa and Israel have significantly deteriorated, with South Afri...

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Safety Trend

Incidents Increasing

Israeli Government Travel Advisory (מל״ל)

Medium Threat

Last Updated:13 hours ago