ABSTRACT

This book examines Afro-Israeli relations from about 1958, when Israel launched its diplomatic initiative in Africa, to 1973, when most African states severed their diplomatic ties. It investigates post-1973 ties and provides case studies on Israel's relations with South Africa and Nigeria.

chapter One|6 pages

Introduction

chapter Two|25 pages

Foundation and Growth of Relations, 1985-1969

chapter Three|21 pages

The October 1973 War and Afro-Israeli Relations

chapter Four|29 pages

The Era of Non-Formal Relations, 1973-1978

chapter Five|26 pages

The Period of Gradual Rapprochement, 1979-1985

chapter Six|28 pages

Israel and South Africa

chapter Seven|23 pages

Nigeria and Israel

chapter Eight|8 pages

Conclusions