African Condemnations Of The Us-Israeli Military Strikes On Iran: February 28, 2026

Following the joint US-Israeli military strikes on Iran on February 28, 2026, which resulted in the deaths of Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei and other senior officials, several African governments, organizations, and prominent figures issued condemnations. These responses emphasized violations of international law, threats to sovereignty, and calls for de-escalation and diplomacy. While some statements were outright condemnatory, others expressed deep concern and urged restraint to mitigate economic and security impacts on Africa. This report compiles verified condemnations from available sources as of March 4, 2026, drawing on official statements, media reports, and social media posts. No specific condemnations from African celebrities were identified in the searched data.

African Governments’ Condemnations

African nations responded variably, with some directly condemning the US-Israeli actions as violations of sovereignty and international law, while others focused on the broader escalation and called for restraint.

South Africa: President Cyril Ramaphosa condemned the strikes as a violation of international law, stating that “anticipatory self-defense is not permitted under international law and self-defense cannot be based on assumption or anticipation.” The government expressed deep concern and urged maximum restraint.

Algeria: The Foreign Ministry condemned the strikes as a “flagrant violation of the sovereignty of a member state of the United Nations,” describing them as “American-Zionist strikes” and calling the failure of Oman negotiations “deeply regrettable.”

Libya: Expressed “deep regret” over the Israeli-led military escalation against Iran, warning of the risks of the conflict spreading across the region.

Senegal: Condemned the use of force as a violation of state sovereignty and expressed concern over the risks to global security, calling for restraint and a return to diplomacy.

Chad: President Mahamat Idriss Deby Itno expressed solidarity with Iran’s Islamic leadership, describing the strikes as an “ordeal” for Iran, while also condemning Iran’s retaliatory strikes on Gulf countries.

Egypt Expressed deep concern over the “dangerous military escalation,” calling for a resumption of peaceful dialogue and restraint.

Nigeria Called for de-escalation and diplomacy, condemning the escalation without aligning with any side.

Ghana: The government urged all parties to exercise maximum restraint and return to diplomatic engagement, expressing deep concern over the escalation. It also began partial evacuation of embassy staff in Tehran and placed armed forces on high alert.

Kenya Emphasized diplomacy and adherence to international law, calling for de-escalation.

 African Organizations’ Condemnations

Regional bodies and political groups highlighted the risks to global peace, energy security, and African economies.

African Union (AU) Chairperson Mahmoud Ali Youssouf strongly condemned the strikes as a “serious intensification of hostilities in the Middle East,” warning of threats to global peace, energy markets, food security, and economic resilience in Africa. The AU called for restraint, de-escalation, and dialogue in accordance with international law and the UN Charter.

Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) Aligned with the AU, expressing deep concern and calling for calm and de-escalation.

South African Federation of Trade Unions (SAFTU) Strongly condemned the attack as aggression risking broader instability and reaffirmed solidarity with Iranian workers.

Africa4Palestine Condemned the strikes as an act of aggression and unlawful killing, criticizing violations of sovereignty.

 Prominent African People’s Condemnations

Individual leaders and experts echoed institutional concerns, focusing on economic implications and violations of law.

Mahmoud Ali Youssouf (AU Commission Chairperson) Expressed deep concern over the strikes, condemning them as a dangerous escalation and calling for restraint and dialogue.

Cyril Ramaphosa (President of South Africa) Condemned the strikes as violating international law and called for maximum restraint.

Mahamat Idriss Deby Itno (President of Chad) Expressed solidarity with Iran, calling the strikes an “ordeal,” but also condemned Iran’s retaliatory actions.

John Dramani Mahama (President of Ghana) Warned of serious economic consequences for Africa due to the conflict, describing the Middle East as the “epicenter of global oil supplies” and calling for cessation and a return to dialogue.

Carl Niehaus (EFF Member of Parliament, South Africa) Condemned the strikes as a provocative, illegal act of war and urged the South African government to break from equivocation.

Prof. Vladimir Antwi-Danso (Dean, Ghana Armed Forces Command and Staff College) Warned of significant economic implications for Ghana from the escalating tensions.

Atick Yakubu (NPP Communications Team Member, Ghana) Noted potential impacts similar to the Russia-Ukraine war, implying criticism of the escalation.

Others who also condemned the US-Israeli strikes include African movements, which described the attacks as “imperialist” and “Zionist aggression,” noting that they form a part of a broader pattern of Western militarism undermining sovereignty in the Global South. In Gambia, The Standard newspaper published an editorial on March 4, declaring that the greatest threat to global peace was not Iran but the US and Israel “bombing it,” while criticizing Western governments such as Canada, Britain, and members of the EU for complicity in the aggression.

Together, these statements highlight a growing chorus of African voices rejecting the strikes and warning of their destabilizing consequences for both the Middle East and Africa.

Implications and Context

These condemnations reflect Africa’s broader concerns over global stability. Many responses also highlight the need for adherence to international norms, amid fears of a wider regional conflict.

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