Share FacebookTwitterPinterestLinkedinWhatsappTelegramEmail 130 Pharrel Williams is said to be on the wrong side of the South African branch of Boycott, Divestment and Sanctions against Israel (BDS) — a movement opposed to the Israeli occupation of Palestine, as the RollingStones magazine reported last tuesday. The group is highly upset with his involvement with the clothes label Woolworths in a project entitled “Are You With Us”. The project is a fundraiser centered around education for children and promoting sustainability. Despite the good intent of his purpose of visit members of the group are not holding back and siezing the opportunity to capitalize of the struggle against Isreali’s occupation and maltreatment of Palestinians. More Articles You Would Love See All The Best And Outrageous Red Carpet Looks From The 2018 Billboard Music Awards REAL OR FAKE? Popular Kenyan Vera Sidika Stops Bleaching & Returns To Dark Skin; See Internet Reaction & Read Out Thoughts With the intent to block roads to the venues on concert nights, delay proceedings or even gather within the venue, a member of the organization stated “He is about to face the biggest backlash any artist has faced in South Africa in over 30 years, since the days of apartheid,” Hanekom said. “He is walking into a very angry, unhappy environment because he has chosen to walk with Woolworths.” Woolworths happened to be the target of this group due to the trading ties with the Isreali state as reported by Reuters. Woolworths previously announced that it did not source produce from Palestinian territories occupied by Israel, and that less than 0.1 percent of its food came from Israel. Nevertheless, the BDS protests are expected to draw large numbers, especially in Cape Town, where a large Muslim community resides. It seems despite the artist releasing his new track freedom, his ties with the clothing label is not going to free him from the BDS group. Pharrell is not the first musician to be targeted by BDS, and the movement’s previous campaigns have been successful. In May, Lauryn Hill canceled a concert in Tel Aviv, Israel at the behest of BDS and other Palestine solidarity organizations; and last year Sinead O’Connor withdrew from her show in Israel under similar circumstances. Other musicians, including Thurston Moore and Roger Waters, have spoken against the Israeli occupation and refused to perform in the country, as well, citing their support of BDS. – As reported by RollingStones Read More Poliitcal and Gvt related Articles Here Socio-Politics Read More On South Africa creative directorfashionisrealipalestinepharrell williamsSouth Africawoolworths Share FacebookTwitterPinterestLinkedinWhatsappTelegramEmail FashionGHANA Admin FashionGHANA.com is a Fashion PR Company, Events planning & management team as well as Africa's leading Fashion Media House. Get Intouch with us and let's see how we can help you grow. info@FashionGHANAcom More For You #OOTD: Crochet Like You’ve Never Seen; Witness The Stunning Crochet/Kente Print Look By... #BIKINIBAE: Cute Grenadian Beauty Reysher Is Serving Stunning Swimwear With Unparalleled Grace &... VIDEO: Rihanna Promises Ayra Starr A Verse After Rick Ross Failed To Create... PICS: Top Influencer Krisline Stars in Fabulous ‘SISTERHOOD’ Images Featuring Sierra Leone Influencer... VIDEO: Watch Rihanna Take A Shot At Learning Congolese Language Lingala Hemadé Unveils ‘SWEET FAMILY’ Collection: A Nostalgic Blend Of Modernity And Vintage Elegance VIDEO: “Indians Used To Burn Their Hair Until They Realized Stupid African Women... VIDEOS: Dubai Loses Tourism Points as City Struck by Disastrous Floods! From Airport... Ugandan Designer Wyne Kirabo Unveils “ROOTS” Collection Featuring East African “Kikoy” Style Lauren Haute Couture Takes Formal Wear To The Next Level In Stunning New... Leave a Comment Cancel ReplyYou must be logged in to post a comment. This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.