This compelling anthology is a diverse collection of essays and poetry emerging from South Africa in response to the painful realities and deep suffering caused by the ongoing war in Gaza. It brings together the voices of students, writers, activists and scholars who confront the harsh truths of a genocide. Through different personal stories, historical insights and reflections on religion, the contributors examine the intersection of humanity, identity and faith, amid violence, destruction and despair.

As South Africans who are deeply familiar with the struggle against apartheid, the writers draw parallels between their past and the current plight of the Palestinian people. Each piece stands as a reminder of the enduring spirit of resistance and the importance of global solidarity. Loud Explosions, Silenced Cries invites readers to engage with the moral questions of conflict; it challenges their perspectives and aims to cultivate empathy in a world torn apart by this tragedy.