(Washington, D.C., May 15, 2024) – A delegation from the US Council of Muslim Organizations (USCMO) recently concluded an impactful visit to South Africa. They attended conferences commemorating the 30th anniversary of the end of apartheid and expressed heartfelt gratitude to the people of South Africa for their steadfast support of the Palestinian people’s pursuit of justice, freedom, and self-determination.
During their visit, the USCMO delegation met President Ramaphosa and members of his cabinet and conveyed heartfelt gratitude of many Americans for South Africa’s pivotal role in championing the cause of justice for Palestinians by bringing the issue of the Israeli government’s genocidal war crimes before the International Court of Justice. This courageous step has provided a global platform for understanding the longstanding plight of the Palestinian people, marking a significant milestone after 75 years of occupation and oppression.
In their meetings, the USCMO emphasized that the global awareness of human rights violations against the Palestinian people increased with the steadfast efforts, determination, and hard work of South Africa’s legal team and the Ministry of International Relations. Presenting an impactful, historic case before the ICJ reflects the lessons learned from South Africa’s own struggle for freedom from apartheid and highlights the South African people’s commitment to justice and human rights for all.
USCMO Secretary General Oussama Jammal, stated, “Our visit to South Africa was an opportunity to express our profound gratitude to South Africa for its unwavering support of the Palestinian cause. South Africa’s historic role in bringing Israeli war crimes to the International Court of Justice is a testament to their commitment to justice for all.”
The USCMO delegation’s visit underscores the importance of international solidarity in advancing causes of peace, justice, and self-determination.
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