'We say 'Ag Shame Africa4Palestine.'

As part of the SABD 120 year celebration, Dr Mathew Phosa paid tribute to the South African Jewish community sharing the Contribution of SA Jewry to the struggle against apartheid.

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Looking back on 120 years and forward to another 120 #admeahveesrim

On Monday evening, 11 November, the South African Jewish Board of Deputies celebrated its 120th anniversary with a gala dinner attended by more than 300 guests, including ministers; deputy ministers; the heads of parliamentary portfolio committees; representatives from eight political parties; members of the diplomatic corps; a 16-person delegation from the American Jewish Council; two chief rabbis; more than 40 journalists; student leaders; interfaith community representatives; industry leaders; and prominent figures within the South African Jewish community. The broad spectrum of attendees underscored the Board’s continuing significance in South Africa, highlighting its mandate and its role as a pillar for the community and a bridge to wider society.