United Nations & South Africa
15 shared events · Importance 7 · Last updated Jul 05, 2026
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International
United Nations: The United Nations, through its Secretary-General António Guterres and the World Meteorological Organization, has issued urgent warnings about the intensifying El Ni
event, urging global preparedness and climate action.
South Africa: South Africa is likely to experience weather whiplash, transitioning from intense drought to dangerously heavy rains.
May 08, 2026 · 304 articles
International
United Nations: The United Nations General Assembly was the platform for Benjamin Netanyahu's speech, where he faced criticism and walkouts from delegates. The United Nations' highest court is also weighing South Africa's allegation of genocide against Israel.
South Africa: South Africa has alleged that Israel has committed genocide in Gaza, an accusation that the United Nations' highest court is currently weighing.
Sep 26, 2025 · 9 articles
International
United Nations: The United Nations commissioned the Independent International Commission of Inquiry on the Occupied Palestinian Territory, which accused Israel of genocide and war crimes in Gaza, impacting its credibility and role in international justice.
South Africa: South Africa filed an ongoing genocide case against Israel at the International — International Criminal Court.
Jun 24, 2026 · 13 articles
Domestic
United Nations: The United Nations is referenced for statistics on refugees and asylum-seekers in South Africa and other African countries, providing factual background to the event.
South Africa: South Africa is experiencing anti-immigrant violence, leading to the deaths of foreign nationals and international condemnation. The country's police are investigating the deaths.
Feb 25, 2026 · 201 articles
International
United Nations: South Africa's participation in the United Nations is mentioned as part of its voluntary engagement in international organizations, aligning with its non-aligned foreign policy.
South Africa: South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa defended the nation's non-aligned foreign policy, which has caused tension with the United States but allows South Africa to engage broadly in trade and diplomacy.
Jun 26, 2026 · 8 articles
International
United Nations: The United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Gutteres expressed deep concern over reports of xenophobic attacks and harassment against migrants in South Africa.
South Africa: South Africa is the primary location of the xenophobic attacks, leading to significant reputational damage, diplomatic tensions with other African nations, and a decline in tourism and investment. The government is struggling to control the violence and manage the influx of undocumented migrants.
May 12, 2026 · 302 articles
Accidents
United Nations: The United Nations warned that the Ebola outbreak could cost Africa $3.6 billion if it spreads.
South Africa: South Africa's President Cyril Ramaphosa has expressed optimism about containing the Ebola outbreak and called for no travel bans on the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
Mar 09, 2018 · 99 articles
International
United Nations: A United Nations study warns that higher energy prices will impact almost a billion people in poorer countries, forcing tradeoffs between energy bills and public services.
South Africa: South Africa is among the African countries that could benefit from increased refined fuel supply from Nigeria's Dangote Petroleum Refinery, mitigating the impact of the Iran war on fuel prices.
May 05, 2026 · 374 articles
Domestic
United Nations: The United Nations and its commissions are cited by Sonia Gandhi for their reports on alleged genocide and war crimes in the Gaza Strip.
South Africa: South Africa is mentioned for approaching the International — International Criminal Court over alleged violations of the 1948 Genocide Convention by Israel.
Jun 27, 2026 · 15 articles
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