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Confusion as Unregistered Group Flies Gazans to South Africa

11/17/2025

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A group of Gazans arrived in South Africa on a chartered flight without departure stamps, triggering confusion among authorities.
The Palestinian Embassy said the travel was organized by the unregistered group Al-Majd, which misled families and exploited their situation.
President Cyril Ramaphosa allowed the group entry after a lengthy delay, citing empathy.
Foreign Minister Ronald Lamola expressed suspicion about the flight's circumstances.

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A group of Gazans arrived in South Africa on a chartered flight without departure stamps, triggering confusion among authorities.
The Palestinian Embassy said the travel was organized by the unregistered group Al-Majd, which misled families and exploited their situation.
President Cyril Ramaphosa allowed the group entry after a lengthy delay, citing empathy.
Foreign Minister Ronald Lamola expressed suspicion about the flight's circumstances.