Israel-Gaza war Archives

South Africa Ends Visa-Free Entry for Palestinians After Suspicious Charter Flights

South Africa has suspended its long-standing 90-day visa exemption for Palestinian passport holders, citing what officials describe as a coordinated campaign of “forced migration” linked to Israel. Home Affairs Minister…

Africa News Now December 8, 2025

ANN Eastern Africa

Tanzania Mourns Young Hostage Joshua Mollel Returned from Gaza

A solemn farewell was held at Israel’s Ben Gurion Airport for Joshua Loitu Mollel, the 21-year-old Tanzanian whose remains were recently returned from Gaza. Mollel had been taken hostage during…

Africa News Now November 18, 2025

ANN Northern Africa

Egypt and Qatar Step Up Mediation as Gaza Death Toll Surpasses 62,000

Egypt and Qatar are intensifying efforts to revive stalled ceasefire talks between Israel and Hamas, amid mounting civilian casualties in Gaza. On Monday, Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty confirmed that…

Africa News Now August 19, 2025

African Diaspora ANN Southern Africa

Ramaphosa Meets Trump at White House Over “White Genocide” Claims in South Africa

U.S.–South Africa relations faced renewed strain on Wednesday as President Donald Trump hosted President Cyril Ramaphosa at the White House for a high-stakes meeting aimed at mending ties after months…

Africa News Now May 21, 2025

ANN Northern Africa

Morocco-Israel Normalization Sparks Protests at Ports, Deepening Rift Between Government and Public

Widespread protests against Morocco's normalization of relations with Israel have escalated into direct action at the country’s strategic ports, reflecting a growing disconnect between state policy and public sentiment. Demonstrators,…

Africa News Now May 5, 2025