
South Africa and Israel this week shattered their relationship in a tit-for-tat expulsion of senior diplomatic representatives, marking one of the most serious escalations in bilateral tensions to date.
On Friday, 30 January, the Department of International Relations and Cooperation (Dirco) declared Israel’s chargé d’affaires in Pretoria, Ariel Seidman, persona non grata, ordering him to leave the country within 72 hours.
Within hours, Israel responded by declaring South Africa’s senior diplomatic representative in Israel, Minister Shaun Edward Byneveldt, persona non grata, also giving him 72 hours to depart.
The dramatic diplomatic rupture unfolded as Seidman was in Johannesburg…
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Fun South African Fact: In the Cape Wineland region, you’ll discover the stunning towns of Franschhoek, Stellenbosch and Paarl. This region is home to many award-winning wine estates that produce amazing varieties and vintages year in and year out. South Africa’s wine country is home to more than 500 registered wineries. While exploring these vineyards and estates, be sure to sample some Pinotage, South Africa’s signature variety!
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South Africa: You have two cows. The one with more white patches has more privileges.