FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: 30 January 2026
South African Civil Society Applauds Expulsion of Israeli Diplomat, Calls for Further Action
As a coalition of South African civil society organisations, we unequivocally welcome the Government’s principled and long overdue decision to declare Israeli Deputy Ambassador and Chargé d’Affaires, Mr Ariel Seidman, persona non grata and to require his departure from South Africa within 72 hours.
(more…)What is the root of our conscience? What drives us to stand against injustice? We’ve discussed academic and political questions. Now, we ask something more foundational: What compels us to act with conscience, compassion, and moral courage against profound injustice?
For some, it’s faith. For others, ethics, solidarity, or truth. Our sources differ, but the refusal to be indifferent is a common responsibility. We are joined by Fr David Neuhaus, who brings a remarkable perspective from the West Bank of occupied Palestine. A Jew, a Christian, an Anti-Zionist, and a priest, listen to his unique experience and work.
Sowetan, January 20, 2026
Solidarity through music — that is the spirit of Free Palestine, a new song that legendary musician William Mthethwa has been working on.
Mthethwa, who achieved fame in the 70s and 80s with his band, the Young Five, has also earmarked June 16 for a Free Palestine concert, tapping into SA’s history of resistance to amplify the call for solidarity with the besieged Palestinians. Mthethwa explains to Sowetan why he is raising his voice on the issue.
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