Palestinian Liberation Organisation Calls on South Africa to Continue Support for Independence

Strategic Insights

Jul 28, 2025 — 1 min read

The Palestinian Liberation Organisation (PLO) has reinforced its call for continued South African support in its fight for independence from Israel. PLO Secretary-General Jibril Rajoub met with the ANC provincial leadership in Durban, garnering reassurance from ANC International Relations head Dr Sbu Ndebele that the party will maintain its support. Meanwhile, French President Emmanuel Macron has announced his intention to recognise the State of Palestine before the UN General Assembly in September, sparking hopes that the international community will increase pressure on Israel to cease its violent actions against Palestinians.

Key Takeaways:

The PLO has reaffirmed its request for South Africa's continued support in its fight for independence from Israel, citing historical ties with Nelson Mandela and Yasser Arafat.
ANC International Relations head Dr Sbu Ndebele assured PLO Secretary-General Jibril Rajoub that the party will maintain its support for the Palestinian cause.
French President Emmanuel Macron has announced his intention to recognise the State of Palestine before the UN General Assembly in September, stating that this recognition is crucial in increasing pressure on Israel to cease its violence against Palestinians.
Macron emphasized the need for an immediate ceasefire, the release of all hostages, humanitarian aid, and the demilitarization of Hamas in Gaza.
ANC provincial convener Jeff Radebe highlighted the importance of international support, citing the growing number of demonstrations worldwide calling for the implementation of the two-state solution.
African Union Commission chairperson Mahmoud Ali Youssouf welcomed Macron's announcement as a significant step toward a just solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.

Statistics:

Up to 5 million Palestinians are currently living under Israeli occupation.
Over 70% of the Gaza Strip's population is reliant on humanitarian aid.
400,000 residents of Gaza remain displaced from their homes.

Sources:

■■ Thobeka Ngema and Willem Phungula

■■ Justin Calderon

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