Following the University of Aberdeen’s outrageous cancellation of Zwelivelile Mandela (tribal chief and grandson of Nelson Mandela) we will hold a protest on Elphinstone Lawn (outside Elphinstone Hall, University of Aberdeen), 6.30pm on Monday 14th October, where we will hear from Mandela, as well as speakers on the topic of the University cancellation. Take action…
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GGEC-EGGEC joint statement on Keir Starmer’s and John Swinney’s failure to condemn Israel’s genocide and show support for Palestinians.The Gaza Genocide Emergency Committees of Edinburgh and Glasgow condemn in the strongest terms the October 7th statements of Keir Starmer and John Swinney, and their erasure of Palestinian and Lebanese suffering under the genocidal project of…
Dismantling Israeli Apartheid StatementThe British government has delayed Zwelivelile ‘Mandla’ Mandela departure for Britain for a tour to discuss how we can learn the lessons of the South African anti-apartheid movement to dismantle Israeli apartheid. This comes after press reports that pro-Israel have lobbied the British government to ensure Mandela is refused entry because of…
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SPSC Borders Branch were able to reach a satisfactory settlement with the Eastgate theatre following their decision to cancel the planned ‘Land and Resistance’ event in September. The event was due to host 4 Palestinian speakers including; Dr Kholoud Aljarma discussing the JNF Poet and Activist, Salsabil El Awaisi Mohammad Zwahra, Photographer Mahmoud Zwahra, talking…
Dismantling Israeli Apartheid Tour Organising Committee Statement6 October 2024 UK and Irish citizens have a right to invite and hear from a significant South African political figure Mandla Mandela while South Africa, supported by many other countries, is charging Israel with genocide at the International Court of Justice (ICJ). There is no more important issue…
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28 September 2024 Scottish Palestine Solidarity Campaign (SPSC) welcomes the Scottish Trades Union Congress (STUC) Black Workers’ Conference unanimous vote to adopt a raft of actions in solidarity with Palestine. These include taking practical action by stepping up the BDS campaign, endorsing the Apartheid Free Zones campaign, and campaigning for divestment of Union and workers…
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