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South Africa Makes Headlines at AFCON 2023 and International Court of Justice

CAF AFCON 2023 - Diplomacy - Humanitarian Issues - International Court of Justice - Morocco - South Africa - Sport

From shocking victories in football to legal battles at the ICJ, South Africa is on fire! Find out more about the country's latest exploits here.

South Africa has been making waves not only in the sporting arena but also on the international diplomatic front. In a surprising turn of events at the CAF AFCON 2023, South Africa stunned Morocco with a 2-0 upset, knocking them out of the tournament. The victory sent shockwaves through the football world as Evidence Makgopa and Teboho Mokoena scored in the second half to secure a historic win for Bafana Bafana.

In a separate but equally significant event, South Africa's case against Israel at the International Court of Justice (ICJ) has garnered attention globally. The country's stance on the issue has sparked debates and raised awareness of international law implications. South Africa's pursuit of justice and accountability has put them at the forefront of important legal discussions on the international stage.

Notably, South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa emphasized the country's commitment to standing with the vulnerable, reinforcing its position as a key player in addressing global humanitarian issues. This dedication echoes the sentiment shared by many in South Africa, reflecting their values and aspirations for a better world.

In conclusion, South Africa's recent achievements, both on the football field and in the legal realm, showcase the country's determination to make an impact on the international stage. The victories and strides made by South Africa exemplify a nation that is not afraid to challenge the status quo and advocate for justice and fairness in various arenas.

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LIVE: Morocco vs South Africa – CAF AFCON 2023 (Aljazeera.com)

Follow our live build-up and commentary as Morocco face South Africa in the last 16 of the Africa Cup of Nations.

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South Africa will continue to stand with the vulnerable: Mashatile (BuaNews Online)

President Cyril Ramaphosa has this week said that as a signatory to the Genocide Convention, the South African government bears a responsibility to prevent acts ...

AU's G20 inclusion, South Africa's 2025 presidency, present ... (Creamer Media's Engineering News)

This was highlighted by speakers in the South African Institute of International Affairs' (SAIIA's) 'Macroeconomic Resilience – exploring Africa's G20 Agenda' ...

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Morocco vs South Africa live stream: Makgopa and Mokoena score ... (BBC News)

Morocco go play South Africa dis evening for dia last 16 match for Africa Cup of Nations.

Dáil Statement by the Tánaiste on South Africa vs. Israel Proceedings (Gov.ie)

Ceann Comhairle,. I table these amendments on behalf of the government. All of us in this House are united in our view that what is happening in Gaza ...

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South Africa Ends Morocco's AFCON Journey with a 2-0 Upset (Morocco World News)

The Moroccan national football team's journey at the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) has come to an end after sustaining a 2-0 defeat against South Africa in ...

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South Africa shock Morocco as Hakimi misses penalty (BBC Sport)

South Africa register a shock 2-0 win over Morocco in the last 16 at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations as Achraf Hakimi misses a late penalty.

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ICJ genocide decision | Impact of the verdict on South Africa (eNCA)

JOHANNESBURG - While the country still celebrates its victory at the International Court of Justice in its genocide case against Israel, some experts are ...

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South Africa vs Israel: Judge Sebutinde's ICJ ruling rattles Uganda (The Africa Report)

The decision by Julia Sebutinde, the Ugandan judge at the International Court of Justice (ICJ) to dissent from the panel's ruling in South Africa's genocide ...

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South Africa's gov't has betrayed its people and its Jews - Chief Rabbi (The Jerusalem Post)

'We stand tall and strong with Israel and oppose the aggression of the ANC government against the Jewish state,' Warren Goldstein said.

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Investec predicts South Africa M&A revival citing 'renewed optimism' (Moneyweb.co.za)

The International Monetary Fund forecasts South Africa's economy to grow 1% this year and 1.3% in the following 12 months.

Deputy Minister Buti Manamela opens World Skills South Africa ... (South African Government)

The Deputy Minister of Higher Education, Science and Innovation, Mr. Buti Manamela to officially open the WorldSkills South Africa National Competition at ...

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Morocco 0-2 South Africa: World Cup semi-finalists shocked in last ... (Eurosport.com)

Excellent second half goals from Evidence Makgopa and Teboho Mokoena earned Bafana Bafana a famous victory against a Moroccan side who saw Achraf Hakimi miss a ...

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South Africa taking its case against Israel one step further (BusinessTech)

South Africa wants the United Nations Security Council to outline measures that it will take to enforce an International Court of Justice's interim ruling ...

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South Africa stun Morocco to book quarter-final ticket (CAFOnline.com)

South Africa produced one of the major upsets in the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations Côte d'Ivoire 2023 after knocking Morocco out with a 2-0 win in ...

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WHO South Africa's Swift Response to Imported Cholera Cases in ... (WHO | Regional Office for Africa)

The World Health Organization (WHO) is building a better future for people everywhere. Health lays the foundation for vibrant and productive communities, ...

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South Africa says all states must stop funding Israel's military (Reuters India)

All states have an obligation to stop funding and facilitating Israel's military actions in Gaza after the World Court made clear those actions could be ...

Investec predicts South Africa M&A revival citing 'renewed optimism' (Creamer Media's Engineering News)

Mergers and acquisitions in South Africa are set to rebound this year as the $405-billion economy starts to show signs of recovery, according to Investec.

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South Africa's Bafana Bafana stun Morocco, reach quarters ... (Africanews English)

Beating a team like Morocco is something special,” South Africa coach Hugo Broos said Tuesday (Jan. 30). “We are very, very, very happy.

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South Africa shock Morocco after Hakimi penalty miss, Mali through (eNCA)

Evidence Makgopa and Teboho Mokoena scored in the second half for Bafana Bafana, who once again proved a bogey team for the Atlas Lions, whose Achraf Hakimi ...

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Strategic Litigation Takes the International Stage: South Africa v ... (Just Security)

In the wake of last week's pathbreaking International Court of Justice order of provisional measures concerning alleged genocide in Gaza, much reaction has ...

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South Africa stun fancied Morocco to book quarter-final place (Reuters)

Evidence Makgopa and Teboho Mokoena scored second-half goals as South Africa shocked Morocco with a 2-0 victory to dump the World Cup semi-finalists out of ...

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Optimistic Investec predicts South African M&A revival in 2024 (BizNews)

SA mergers and acquisitions are poised for a resurgence in 2024, with signs of economic recovery in the economy, according to Investec.

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South Africa calls on other countries to halt any funding to the IDF (The Times of Israel)

Foreign minister of nation that led charge against Israel at ICJ says she asked prosecutor of International Criminal Court why he hasn't issued an arrest ...

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South Africa says Israel is already ignoring UN court ruling ordering ... (The Associated Press)

South Africa's foreign minister says Israel has ignored the ruling by the U.N.'s top court last week by killing hundreds more civilians in a matter of days ...

South Africa's Ramaphosa Warns ANC of Foreign Meddling in Vote ... (BNN)

(Bloomberg) -- South African President Cyril Ramaphosa said the nation's case against Israel in a top United Nations court could result in foreign powers ...

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South Africa says Israel is already ignoring UN court ruling ordering ... (ABC News)

South Africa's foreign minister says Israel has ignored the ruling by the U.N.'s top court last week by killing hundreds more civilians in a matter of days ...

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Mandela's ghost, South Africa, Palestine and xenophobia (TheCable)

Last week's ruling by the International Court of Justice (ICJ) on the historic case instituted by South Africa charging Israel with genocide in Gaza was a ...

South Africa calls on Israel to implement UN court's ruling (新华网)

JOHANNESBURG, Jan. 31 (Xinhua) -- South Africa's Minister of International Relations and Cooperation Naledi Pandor on Wednesday called on Israel to ...

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South Africa's Case Against Israel Is Hamas's Lawfare Victory (Forbes)

With South Africa as its proxy, Hamas has achieved through lawfare what it rarely can on the battlefield: constraining Israel's military and attacking its ...

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South Africa 'Exposes' Israel's ICJ Ploy; 'Fake News Presented As ... (Hindustan Times)

South Africa has levelled serious allegations against Israel over the case at ICJ. South Africa accused Israel of using fake news to defend itself at the ...

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South Africa's case at the ICJ was an ideological, not moral, cause (Daily Maverick)

Terence Corrigan is a project manager at the Institute of Race Relations. South Africa's policy impulses are deeply ideological and specifically historical, and ...

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