South Africa, in a move that took the world by surprise was the first nation to take Israel to the Hague , accusing it of having genocidal intent in its bombardment of Gaza from October 7, 2023.
In January the International Court of Justice concluded that SA has standing to pursue its case against Israel, and that a high risk of genocide against the Palestinian population necessitates the Court issuing a preliminary judgment prohibiting Israel from engaging in specific acts.
Long before this, numerous organisations, activist groups have called on the boycott of Israel. One of the most prominent groups is BDS (boycott, divestment and sanctions).
The Palestinian led international BDS campaign is a practical, non-violent, goal-orientated and strategic campaign to hold the State of Israel accountable to international law and human rights, said the organisation.
The BDS campaign is also increasingly supported by (progressive) Israelis. The international isolation of Israel it is hoped will lead to the necessary conditions for a just peace to be negotiated - similar to what occurred in South Africa and brought about a democratic country for all our people.
