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South Africa Shocks Morocco in AFCON 2023 Clash and Unfolds Dramatic Events

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Discover the thrilling match between South Africa and Morocco in AFCON 2023 with surprising twists and turns.

In a surprising turn of events, South Africa claimed a 2-0 victory over Morocco in the last 16 match of the Africa Cup of Nations 2023, stunning fans worldwide. The match saw Achraf Hakimi miss a crucial penalty as South Africa secured their place in the quarter-finals. This unexpected outcome left the football world buzzing with excitement.

Meanwhile, the tension extended to the political arena with a statement by the Tánaiste on South Africa vs. Israel proceedings, sparking debates and reactions. The dissent by Ugandan judge Julia Sebutinde at the International Court of Justice added more drama to the mix, shaking Uganda and highlighting the global impact of the game.

As South Africa celebrated their victory, former President Jacob Zuma's political maneuvers threatened the ANC's grip on power, creating further intrigue. The aftermath of the match saw calls for a UN resolution to enforce the Israel court ruling, illustrating the complexity and far-reaching consequences of the game's ripple effect.

Despite the intense battle on the field, South Africa's diplomatic moves in the aftermath of the game hinted at a broader international strategy. The implications of the AFCON clash transcended borders, stirring conversations and strategic responses on a global scale.

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LIVE: Morocco vs South Africa – CAF AFCON 2023 (Aljazeera.com)

Follow our live build-up and commentary as Morocco face South Africa in the last 16 of the Africa Cup of Nations.

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South Africa shock Morocco as Hakimi misses penalty (BBC Sport)

South Africa register a shock 2-0 win over Morocco in the last 16 at the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations as Achraf Hakimi misses a late penalty.

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Morocco vs South Africa live stream: Makgopa and Mokoena score ... (BBC News)

Morocco go play South Africa dis evening for dia last 16 match for Africa Cup of Nations.

Dáil Statement by the Tánaiste on South Africa vs. Israel Proceedings (Gov.ie)

Ceann Comhairle,. I table these amendments on behalf of the government. All of us in this House are united in our view that what is happening in Gaza ...

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South Africa vs Israel: Judge Sebutinde's ICJ ruling rattles Uganda (The Africa Report)

The decision by Julia Sebutinde, the Ugandan judge at the International Court of Justice (ICJ) to dissent from the panel's ruling in South Africa's genocide ...

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South Africa Ends Morocco's AFCON Journey with a 2-0 Upset (Morocco World News)

The Moroccan national football team's journey at the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) has come to an end after sustaining a 2-0 defeat against South Africa in ...

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South Africa stun fancied Morocco to book quarter-final place (Reuters)

Evidence Makgopa and Teboho Mokoena scored second-half goals as South Africa shocked Morocco with a 2-0 victory to dump the World Cup semi-finalists out of ...

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VIDEO | AFCON 2023 Highlights: Morocco vs South Africa (beIN SPORTS USA)

Heart-stopping match in the closing of the Round of 16 in AFCON 2023 between Morocco and South Africa.

South Africa Seeks UN Resolution to Enforce Israel Court Ruling ... (BNN)

“The ruling must speak to the conscience of other nations and members of the Security Council,” South Africa's Justice Minister, Ronald Lamola said. “They must ...

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South Africa's gov't has betrayed its people and its Jews - Chief Rabbi (The Jerusalem Post)

'We stand tall and strong with Israel and oppose the aggression of the ANC government against the Jewish state,' Warren Goldstein said.

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Morocco 0-2 South Africa: World Cup semi-finalists shocked in last ... (Eurosport.com)

Excellent second half goals from Evidence Makgopa and Teboho Mokoena earned Bafana Bafana a famous victory against a Moroccan side who saw Achraf Hakimi miss a ...

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South Africa stun Morocco to book quarter-final ticket (CAFOnline.com)

South Africa produced one of the major upsets in the TotalEnergies CAF Africa Cup of Nations Côte d'Ivoire 2023 after knocking Morocco out with a 2-0 win in ...

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South Africa shock Morocco after Hakimi penalty miss, Mali through (FRANCE 24)

Evidence Makgopa and Teboho Mokoena scored in the second half for Bafana Bafana, who once again proved a bogey team for the Atlas Lions, whose Achraf Hakimi ...

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Former President Zuma Threatens ANC Hold on South Africa (The New York Times)

Six years after he was forced from office, former President Jacob Zuma, who still has a loyal following, is campaigning for opponents of the party he once ...

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Why did South Africa's ruling ANC suspend ex-President Jacob Zuma? (Aljazeera.com)

In a widely expected move, South Africa's governing African National Congress (ANC) party suspended former President Jacob Zuma on Monday, just months ahead ...

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South Africa says all states must stop funding Israel's military (Reuters India)

All states have an obligation to stop funding and facilitating Israel's military actions in Gaza after the World Court made clear those actions could be ...

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South Africa's Bafana Bafana stun Morocco, reach quarters ... (Africanews English)

Beating a team like Morocco is something special,” South Africa coach Hugo Broos said Tuesday (Jan. 30). “We are very, very, very happy.

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South Africa stun Morocco 2-0, Mali through to quarterfinals (The East African)

South Africa's midfielder Teboho Mokoena (C) celebrates with teammates after scoring a goal during the Africa Cup of Nations 2024 round of 16 football match ...

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Strategic Litigation Takes the International Stage: South Africa v ... (Just Security)

In the wake of last week's pathbreaking International Court of Justice order of provisional measures concerning alleged genocide in Gaza, much reaction has ...

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WHO South Africa's Swift Response to Imported Cholera Cases in ... (WHO | Regional Office for Africa)

The World Health Organization (WHO) is building a better future for people everywhere. Health lays the foundation for vibrant and productive communities, ...

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South Africa demands end to international funding of Israel's war ... (The Times of Israel)

The International Court of Justice (ICJ) last week ordered Israel to take all measures within its power to prevent its troops from committing genocide against ...

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South Africa calls on other countries to halt any funding to the IDF (The Times of Israel)

Foreign minister of nation that led charge against Israel at ICJ says she asked prosecutor of International Criminal Court why he hasn't issued an arrest ...

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South Africa says Israel is already ignoring UN court ruling ordering ... (The Associated Press)

South Africa's foreign minister says Israel has ignored the ruling by the U.N.'s top court last week by killing hundreds more civilians in a matter of days ...

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South Africa says Israel is already ignoring UN court ruling ordering ... (The Seattle Times)

South Africa's foreign minister says Israel has ignored the ruling by the U.N.'s top court last week by killing hundreds more civilians in a matter of days ...

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Mandela's ghost, South Africa, Palestine and xenophobia (TheCable)

Last week's ruling by the International Court of Justice (ICJ) on the historic case instituted by South Africa charging Israel with genocide in Gaza was a ...

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South Africa's Case Against Israel Is Hamas's Lawfare Victory (Forbes)

With South Africa as its proxy, Hamas has achieved through lawfare what it rarely can on the battlefield: constraining Israel's military and attacking its ...

5 countries confirm BRICS membership, South Africa says (Anadolu Agency)

Saudi Arabia, Egypt, UAE, Ethiopia, Iran confirmed full members of BRICS - Anadolu Ajansı.

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Countries are clamoring to join BRICS group, South Africa says, as ... (CNN)

Nearly three dozen countries are seeking entry into the China and Russia-backed BRICS economic group, member state South Africa said Wednesday, ...

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