South Africans Join Global March to Rafah for Palestine

Johannesburg: Activists and healthcare workers from 50 countries are heading to Rafah for the Global March to Gaza. South African activists say the campaign for a free Palestine is similar to their fight against apartheid. Thuso Khumalo reports from Johannesburg. According to TRTworld.com, this international effort involves participants from diverse backgrounds, all united by a common cause. The march aims to draw attention to the humanitarian situation in Gaza and advocate for the rights of Palestinians. South African participants, in particular, feel a deep connection to the cause, likening it to their historical struggle against apartheid. The march to Rafah signifies a global solidarity movement, with individuals from various professions, including healthcare workers, coming together. This unity is intended to highlight the pressing issues faced by Palestinians and to call for global support and action. South African activists emphasize the importance of international cooperation in addressing these cha llenges, drawing parallels to the global support they received during their own fight for freedom.