Apartheid
Coverage of Apartheid in the Nexus archive.
- Palantir: How a US spy-tech firm with links to Israel’s genocide infiltrated the British state
Palantir, a US data surveillance firm linked to Israeli military actions in Gaza, has secured over £670m in UK government contracts since 2020, including deals with the NHS and Ministry of Defence. The firm faces ethical and security concerns due to its alleged role in supporting Israel’s targeting of civilians and its controversial corporate rhetoric.
- Our sister, Ruth First, By Owei Lakemfa
The World Cup 2026 opened on June 11 with Mexico playing South Africa. The article notes that Africa appeared to support South Africa against Mexico, contrasting with the 1990s when South Africa was ending Apartheid and held promise for humanity.
- Rich EU states ‘not an ATM’, Austria warns as budget battle begins
Austria warns that richer EU states should not be treated as an 'ATM' as budget disputes begin. Kaja Kallas refuses to 'fight shadows' in a disagreement over comments labeling Israel as an 'apartheid' state.
- Merz slaps down Kallas over ‘apartheid’ comments
Merz criticized Kallas for her 'apartheid' comments, and Kallas responded with the statement 'I can't fight the shadows.'
- FM Sa’ar severs contact with EU foreign policy chief over alleged apartheid comparison
Israeli Foreign Minister Yair Sa’ar has cut ties with EU foreign policy chief Kaja Kallas over reported remarks comparing Israel to apartheid. Kallas stated she remains open to dialogue with Israel but refused to confirm or deny the report.
- Israel’s foreign minister cuts ties with top EU diplomat over ‘apartheid’ remark
Israel’s foreign minister Gideon Saar severed ties with EU top diplomat Kaja Kallas over her reported comparison of Israel to South Africa’s apartheid regime. Diplomatic tensions between Israel and the EU have escalated since the Gaza war began in October 2023 and due to violence by Israeli settlers in the West Bank.
- Senegal lose 3-1 to France in second-half smasher
Senegal lost 3-1 to France in a World Cup group match in New Jersey. Africa CDC warned of a potential worst-ever Ebola crisis in Congo. Fifty years ago, Soweto protests opposed apartheid's education policies and Afrikaans as a language of instruction.
- South Africa marks 50 years since Soweto uprising, but challenges linger for its youth
South Africa commemorates the 50th anniversary of the Soweto uprising, a pivotal event in the anti-apartheid struggle. The article notes ongoing challenges for South African youth despite the historical significance of the uprising.
- South Africa marks 50 years since Soweto uprising, but challenges linger for its youth
South Africa commemorates the 50th anniversary of the 1976 Soweto uprising, a pivotal moment in its anti-apartheid struggle, but continues to face challenges like inequality, unemployment, and poverty among its youth. Survivors and experts highlight ongoing social issues, including drug and alcohol abuse, despite the country's post-apartheid progress.
- Dem seeking NY swing seat defends embracing extremist who said Hamas is 'a thousands times better' than Israel
A progressive Democrat running for a New York swing seat defends her association with controversial far-left streamer Hasan Piker, who has made antisemitic and pro-Hamas remarks. Democratic county chairs condemned her for normalizing 'antisemitic, racist, and misogynist rhetoric,' while her campaign argues Piker's platform engages young voters. Republican opponent Mike Lawler criticized her stance as proof of the Democratic Party's radicalization.