Iran & South Africa
27 shared events · Importance 5 · Last updated Jul 06, 2026
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International
Iran: South Africa maintains diplomatic and trade relations with Iran as part of its non-aligned foreign policy, which has been a point of contention with the United States.
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
Iran: The ongoing Iran war has contributed to sharply rising fertilizer and gas costs, which, combined with El Ni
, could drive prices even higher and exacerbate inflation in Southeast Asia.
South Africa: South Africa is likely to experience weather whiplash, transitioning from intense drought to dangerously heavy rains.
May 08, 2026 · 304 articles
International
Iran: Iran's effective closure of the Strait of Hormuz has caused a global energy crisis, driving up oil and gas prices and disrupting supply chains. The nation is also engaged in ongoing conflict with Israel and the United States, leading to economic sanctions and military actions.
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
International
Iran: Iran is a member country of BRICS participating in the anti-drug meeting.
South Africa: South Africa is a member country of BRICS participating in the anti-drug meeting.
Jul 05, 2026 · 20 articles
International
Iran: Iran is a central player in the event, facing a blockade from the United States and threatening to close the Strait of Hormuz, which significantly impacts its economy and global oil trade. Its refusal to negotiate under current conditions prolongs the conflict.
South Africa: South Africa is involved in a US-backed rare earths extraction project, an unrelated business and technology event.
Apr 19, 2026 · 29 articles
Domestic
Iran: Iran is mentioned as a historical ally from whom India has alienated itself, and a target of US-Israel military action, which coincided with Narendra Modi's visit to Israel.
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
International
Iran: Pope Leo XVI has strongly criticized the US and Israeli attacks on Iran, which began on February 28.
South Africa: South Africa is mentioned as having backed one side in Angola's civil war during the Cold War.
Apr 18, 2026 · 73 articles
International
South Africa: South Africa initiated a genocide case against Israel before the United Nations' highest judicial body, which some Latin American countries joined.
Dec 09, 2025 · 6 articles
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