OPINIONISTA: By downgrading its embassy in Israel, South Africa stands on the right side of history By Basem Naim
South Africa will not replace its ambassador to Israel and that its office in Tel Aviv has no political, trade or economic development co-operation mandatesThis choice comes from the South African people themselves and is a grassroots response to Israeli occupation. At the ANC’s National Conference in December 2017, members came from across the country to discuss and adopt policies — including the resolution directing the South African government to downgrade its embassy in Tel Aviv.
South Africa’s move is, effectively, the launch of an official international boycott campaign against Israel. History teaches us that there are no easy victories in the fight for justice. Successes were achieved only after years and decades of struggle, ignited by brave moves in courageous countries. South Africa’s history and struggle against the apartheid regime is proof of this. Its beginnings were difficult and costly.
Heeding Nelson Mandela’s warning from 1998, South Africa has not forgotten its friends and allies, and consistently provides The achievement of Palestinian unity is also important to South Africans. Several efforts have been made in South Africa to bring the Palestinian parties together to achieve reconciliation.
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