South Africa is once again facing rising xenophobic tensions, with protests in Durban targeting foreign nationals – many of whom are legally in the country. Authorities have relocated hundreds to safety as police try to contain the situation. The developments raise broader questions about migration, economic pressure, and political rhetoric in the country. We examine whether this is part of a recurring pattern – and what is driving hostility toward foreigners.
Chapters:
0:00 Days of anti-migrant tension in South Africa
4:13 Nomathamsanqa Masiko-Mpaka, Human Rights Watch
5:43 Why the recent upswing in hostilities?
9:43 The Nigerians caught up in South Africa’s violence
10:04 Ninikanwa Okey-Uche, Nigerian Consul General
11:54 Nigerian government repatriating its citizens
13:49 Why is South African govt failing to act?
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Rise Zulus, rise!
00:42 i did not expect to laugh this hard today🤣🤣
I’m sorry, but this “Xenophobic” statement is incorrect! Illegal immigrants entering our country by violating our borders is a problem, and we’re tired of people not following the law. Is ICE in the USA “Xenophobic”? Please educate yourselves and stop spreading this nonsense rhetoric!
STOP LYING…. THIS IS IRRESPOSIBLE REPORTING!!!!!!
It is heartbreaking and difficult to understand why some South Africans are attacking fellow African brothers and sisters from other countries. How did we get to a point where Africans are turning against Africans? Disagreements, frustrations, or economic challenges should never lead to harassment, violence, or the loss of innocent lives.
South Africa is home to people from many African nations, just as many South Africans also live peacefully in other African countries and are treated with dignity and respect. Why can’t the same respect and humanity be shown to fellow Africans living in South Africa?
Many South African companies have established operations in Ghana across sectors such as telecommunications, mining, banking, retail, and hospitality, using the country as an important gateway into West Africa. Despite the tensions and unfortunate incidents occurring elsewhere, Ghanaians continue to coexist peacefully with South Africans and their businesses, demonstrating tolerance, maturity, and respect for African unity.
If retaliation were ever to take its course, what should happen to the many South African companies operating in Ghana? Should Ghanaians also respond by mistreating South Africans and their businesses? Certainly not. Two wrongs do not make a right. Violence, hatred, and retaliation against innocent people or businesses will only deepen division and weaken African unity. Instead, the focus should be on justice, responsible leadership, lawful action, accountability, and peaceful coexistence among Africans.
Are foreigners truly the problem, or are deeper issues such as unemployment, poverty, corruption, and failed leadership being ignored? We must ask ourselves whether these tensions are fueled by economic hardship, misinformation, jealousy, or hatred toward fellow Africans.
Sometimes, it is deeply troubling to see some police officers marching alongside vigilante groups while fellow Africans are being assaulted and brutalized. How on earth can this be happening? In countries such as the United States or Australia, police officers would not join vigilante groups to attack foreign nationals; rather, they would arrest those engaging in violence and unlawful acts.
If no arrests are being made and such actions continue openly, people are bound to question whether the authorities are truly doing enough to stop these attacks or whether there is silence and tolerance toward what is being meted out to other African nationals. Law enforcement agencies are supposed to protect lives, uphold justice, and maintain order — not appear to side with intimidation, lawlessness, or mob actions.
No individual or vigilante group has the right to take the law into their own hands. Immigration and security matters should be handled by the proper authorities, not through violence, intimidation, or mob actions.
What are politicians, community leaders, and law enforcement agencies doing to stop this growing menace against foreigners? Africa must stand for unity, peace, justice, and mutual respect — not division, hatred, and bloodshed among brothers and sisters.
— Wofa Yaw-Abban, Austin, Texas.
Ghana . leaders have stolen everything. nothing left for the citizens
What goes around, comes around
Hating your own kind. So much for pan-African Unity.
Bob Marley said Africa Unite. Concept just as dead as he is.
I think this report isn't providing allot of context. They are upset because foreign nationals do have a reputation by selling drugs, scamming and intimidating communities. This is very real. Also add in really bad leadership by the ANC, High levels of unemployment which further compounds the fear of ''Foreigners are taking our jobs''… However the reaction itself isn't justified and also very ignorant. Because generalising, labelling and normalising hate towards every foreign national is not only unintelligent, but it deepens division instead of addressing the real problems. So yeah, the thinking, let's find a scapegoat and it will solve our problems. This isn't smart, it's just dumb.
I’m curious. How many white immigrants have expired visas in South Africa? Is that being addressed?
Indians, chinese not the same treatment 🤔🤔🤔
4days ago and nigeria has not done anything .Ghana has now repatriated its citizens .Giant of africa stil sleepimg
Is it Xenophobic to want your government to care for you as a citizen?
Mass immigration is an issue in a lot of countries.
Of all countries, as a non-african, of all countries, I would not imagine South Africa becoming a racist and xenophobic country, given its history…
This is not journalism
This is not journalism
I wanted to send my sister to study at a university in South Africa, but no thanks.
Well i dont know why thier racist agianst thier own race 144 000 germans and a 188 000 brits and a million ukrianes live in Poland and everythings fine dont repeat white peoples mistakes and fight.
Such bad reporting… Wow, DW.
They don't care if you're legal or illegal. They just like to pretend it's about legality.
"Why is Nigerian government failing" He is finished 😅
Follow the money.
We will never forget… South Africa 🇰🇪🇰🇪🇰🇪🇰🇪🇰🇪
@dwnews, if Germany believes it should provide greater support for asylum seekers from Nigeria and Ghana, then perhaps it should take a leading role by accepting and resettling more of them. That would demonstrate Germany's commitment to addressing the challenges faced by those seeking asylum, rather than expecting other countries to bear the responsibility alone.
This reporter is a liar. Its like she doesn't even live here.
290 of 300 Ghana people flown out were in the country illegal
Nigerian Embassy in lying — they are not arrested.
They are given a travel ban.
From AI
Overstaying your visa in South Africa automatically results in being declared an "undesirable person" by the Department of Home Affairs (DHA). You will be issued a travel ban preventing you from re-entering the country. South Africa does not allow you to pay a fine in lieu of this ban.The length of your ban depends on the duration of your overstay:Overstay of 30 days or less: You will receive a 12-month travel ban.Overstay of more than 30 days: You will receive a 5-year travel ban.
Second overstay: If you overstay twice within a 24-month period, you face a 2-year ban.What to know if you have overstayed:Immediate action upon departure: Upon exiting at the port of entry, immigration officials will stamp your passport and issue a Declaration of Undesirability (DHA-Form 19).Appealing the ban: If you have extenuating circumstances (such as medical emergencies), you can appeal the "undesirable" status to the Department of Home Affairs. However, the appeal process can be lengthy and must typically be submitted according to the official Dirco
Overstay Appeal Procedure.
Pending extensions: If you applied to extend your visa before it expired but the DHA has not yet processed your application, you are generally considered legally compliant until the outcome is decided, though it is highly recommended to have proof of your pending application.
30% (1 in 3) UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
MOST UNEQUAL COUNTRY ON 🌎
CORRUPT GOVERNMENT
ZIMBABWE COLLAPSED
TARIFFS KILLED LESOTHO ECONOMY
This is what people need to know. Simple. Terrible news report from DW. The expectation that the entire continent of Africa (A Billion people) should be able to just walk into South Africa, with 30% unemployment rate, without angering the local population.
What a joke from the Nigerian Consul General "we doing everything we can to help". This is why people are moving away from legacy media. Nobody wants violence and the majority of South Africans want criminals prosecuted and imprisoned.