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South Africa hosts Palestinian football team for solidarity match
By Sofie G
February 13th, 2024

President Cyril Ramaphosa led spectators in chants of "Free Free Palestine!" and reiterated South Africa's continued support for Palestinians in the ongoing war with Israel.



South Africa hosts Palestinian football team for solidarity match

The Palestinian national football team played against South Africa's Western Cape 11 on Sunday, in a friendly meant to signify South Africa's solidarity with Palestinians.

Other top officials attended including Foreign Minister Naledi Pandor.

"The people of Palestine and the leadership of the Palestine Liberation Organisation, led by Abu Ammar, Comrade Yasser Arafat, were amongst the greatest friends and supporters of our struggle for freedom. They stood by us during our darkest days, giving us hope and courage," Ramaphosa said.

"Today, we the people of a free South Africa, take your hands in ours. We stand with you and by you," he added.

President Ramaphosa also thanked spectators "for being here supporting the people of Palestine".

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