South Africa

SA Zionist Federation Calls on Government to Oppose Renaming of Sandton Drive After Leila Khaled

today15 October, 2024

Background

The South African Zionist Federation has urged the Department of International Relations and Cooperation to intervene against the proposed renaming of Sandton Drive after Palestinian politician Leila Khaled. They believe this change violates the Diplomatic Immunities and Privileges Act because Khaled is associated with a group classified as a terrorist organisation by the United States. The federation’s spokesperson, Rolene Marks, urges DIRCO to object to the proposal before Friday’s deadline:

 

Written by: Leonard Witbeen