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In the past year, Johannesburg has experienced isolated incidents of antisemitism, including a July 2026 incident where a political commentator made unfounded claims about Jewish influence in local politics. The South African Jewish Board of Deputies lodged a complaint against the broadcaster, leading to a public discussion to dispel the myth. However, there have been no significant reports of violence specifically targeting Jews or Israelis in the city. The Israeli government's travel advisory for South Africa remains at a medium threat level, advising against non-essential travel. Given the lack of recent concrete incidents in Johannesburg, the safety level for Jewish and Israeli travelers is assessed as "caution."...
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Relations with Israel are severely strained. In January 2026, South Africa expelled Israel's senior diplomat, and Israel responded by expelling South Africa's senior representative....
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