National Chairperson Prof Karen Millner calls out President Ramaphosa for his signal failure to even acknowledge, let alone condemn and express empathy over the heinous murder of the Bibas children, their mother and another, elderly hostage by Hamas in his recent address to the G20 Foreign Ministers’ meeting in Johannesburg.
Recent Videos
Hearts gathered in solidarity at an impromptu vigil to mourn the Bibas family
Last week, hearts gathered in solidarity as the South African Board of Jewish Deputies and the South African Zionist Federation hosted an impromptu vigil to mourn the hostages and honor the Bibas family. Amid shared grief and hope, our community found a safe space to lean on one another, light candles, and stand united in prayer. Watch the video to witness the power of collective strength and the warmth of a community holding each other close.
Video from Wendy Kahn at Hostage Square on 20 February
This evening I stood with thousands of people at Hostage Square after a very heartbreaking day as the bodies of our precious Bibas family (Shiri, Ariel and Kfir) and the remarkable Ofed Lifshitz returned home. I was deeply moved by the kaddish that we all said - we all feel bereaved today.
Sad passing of Holocaust Survivor Marian Turski
Holocaust Survivor Marian Turski has sadly passed away.
Deepest condolences to his family. May his memory be a blessing.
This is a video recording of him talking at our Yom Hashoah 2021 commemoration.