U.S. Bill Targets South African Leaders with Sanctions Over Antisemitism and Corruption Concerns

Former South African Foreign Minister Naledi Pandor, a key figure in the ICJ case against Israel, could face U.S. sanctions under a new bill targeting anti-Israel stances.
Former South African Foreign Minister Naledi Pandor, a key figure in the ICJ case against Israel, could face U.S. sanctions under a new bill targeting anti-Israel stances.

The “Addressing Hostile and Antisemitic Conduct by the Republic of South Africa Act of 2025,” introduced by Representative Gregory Steube (R-Fla.), proposes targeted sanctions on South African political leaders, including President Cyril Ramaphosa and former Foreign Minister Naledi Pandor, for their roles in the ICJ case against Israel.

The proposed legislation focuses on antisemitic rhetoric and legal actions targeting Israel, with a 90-day report post-enactment set to detail actions from 2020-2025, affecting key ANC and opposition figures.

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