The Palestinian Embassy in South Africa has cautioned its citizens from Gaza to exercise vigilance with unofficial organizations offering travel assistance. This advisory followed the arrival of a group of over one hundred Palestinians who were reportedly misled by an unregistered entity that exploited their difficult circumstances.
While acknowledging South Africa’s humanitarian gesture in granting 90-day entry visas, the embassy emphasized the risks of fraudulent schemes. The travelers endured a lengthy delay upon arrival at OR Tambo International Airport before being admitted. The South African humanitarian organization Gift of the Givers is providing the group with essential support, including shelter.
This incident underscores the perils for desperate families seeking refuge from the conflict in Gaza. The embassy strongly urges individuals to coordinate all travel through official and verified channels to ensure their safety.
While acknowledging South Africa’s humanitarian gesture in granting 90-day entry visas, the embassy emphasized the risks of fraudulent schemes. The travelers endured a lengthy delay upon arrival at OR Tambo International Airport before being admitted. The South African humanitarian organization Gift of the Givers is providing the group with essential support, including shelter.
This incident underscores the perils for desperate families seeking refuge from the conflict in Gaza. The embassy strongly urges individuals to coordinate all travel through official and verified channels to ensure their safety.
