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South Africa

Item: South Africa
Rating: 8
Author: Safe for Jews

Caution

Recent developments in South Africa have heightened concerns for Jewish and Israeli travelers. In August 2025, the head of the Jewish Agency canceled a trip to South Africa due to fears of arrest over accusations of war crimes related to Israel's actions in Gaza. Additionally, in August 2025, the head of the Jewish Agency for Israel canceled a trip...

Diplomatic Relations

The diplomatic relations between Israel and South Africa have been strained, particularly ...

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6 reports this month

Safety Trend

Incidents Increasing

Israeli Government Travel Advisory (מל״ל)

Medium Threat

Last Updated:Less than an hour ago

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Johannesburg

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The South African Broadcasting Corporation suspended an anchor for questioning a guest's comparison of the Gaza conflict to the Holocaust.

2 days ago

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Or Levy, released after 491 days as a Hamas hostage, spoke to a Jewish community in Johannesburg about his experience and mission to raise awareness.

3 days ago

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A South African broadcaster was fired for questioning a Holocaust comparison, highlighting the pressure against pro-Jewish perspectives.

3 days ago

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News

Juliet Newell faced backlash after confronting an interviewee who compared the Gaza War with the Holocaust, highlighting rising antisemitism.

3 days ago

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The head of the Jewish Agency canceled a trip to South Africa due to fears of arrest over accusations of war crimes related to Israel's actions in Gaza.

5 days ago

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The head of the Jewish Agency for Israel canceled a trip to South Africa due to concerns over potential arrest related to Israeli policies.

5 days ago

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