From Press TV
The first overland African convoy has set out for the impoverished Gaza Strip, carrying humanitarian relief aid to the besieged coastal sliver.
The convoy, comprising 21 activists and a dozen vehicles, carries much needed aid that include medical supplies, basic essentials, milk powder, generators and materials to build 10 houses, a Press TV correspondent reports.
Starting the road trip from the South African city of Durban, the aid convoy is expected to reach Gaza by the end of July.
“Today we stand here in total, unconditional, universal support of this initiative. God bless you as you travel to the land and reach the dear people of Palestine,” said Michael Abrahams of Durban mayor's office.
All of the vehicles will be donated to the Gaza municipality.
However, Egyptian authorities have stated that they will not allow the convoy onto Egyptian thoroughfares.
The organizers of the convoy said the aim was not only to take aid to Gaza, but also to raise awareness across Africa about the plight of those living in the blockaded enclave. more
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