Articles for Matthew Hirsch
Stop conflating criticism of Israel with antisemitism, protesters tell German consulate
They demanded Germany stop supporting the war on Gaza and resume funding UNRWA
Brief | 9 February 2024
Massive protest in Cape Town in support of people of Gaza
This was part of a Global Day of Action for Palestine
News | 13 January 2024
Protesters show support for South African case at International Court of Justice
South Africa’s legal team is presenting at the International Court of Justice (ICJ) in The Hague, on Thursday about the devastating effects of the ongoing war in Gaza
News | 11 January 2024
One of Cape Town’s few free rehab centres has closed its doors to adults
Concerns over further budget cuts and their impact on access to rehabilitation
News | 14 December 2023
As Israel wages war, Jews and Muslims in Cape Town show a peaceful way
Interfaith sabbath, Hanukkah and Maghrib services hosted at Claremont Mosque
Brief | 11 December 2023
Solidarity demonstrations with Palestinians held in Joburg and Cape Town
“We also faced a very oppressive apartheid regime” says protester
By Matthew Hirsch, Ihsaan Haffejee and Ashraf Hendricks
Photo Essay | 29 November 2023
Much-loved pastor bows out from Central Methodist Church
“Jesus believed in justice, equality, truth, gentleness and mercy” says Alan Storey
News | 28 November 2023
Public works “working” on evicting people occupying land at the Castle
Cape Town mayor concerned about the lack of a clear timeline
News | 27 November 2023
Health workers picket for Palestine outside Red Cross Children’s Hospital
Organisers call for immediate ceasefire
By Matthew Hirsch and Ella Morrison
Brief | 21 November 2023