Activists and journalists gathered on the steps of St George’s Cathedral in Cape Town, South Africa, for a solemn vigil honouring media workers killed in Gaza. The event, marked by placards reading “No more genocide”, paid tribute to the lives lost and called for an end to violence against journalists in conflict zones.

Speakers at the vigil condemned the targeting of reporters, stressing their critical role in bearing witness to war and amplifying the voices of affected communities. Participants lit candles and observed a moment of silence for those slain.

The gathering also served as a broader call for accountability and the protection of press freedom, with attendees urging the international community to take concrete action to safeguard journalists worldwide.